Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Dibden Purlieu, Hampshire
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for the crew makes the food a highlight of your shoot in Dibden Purlieu.
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Ad shoots
- Location shoots
Film set catering in Dibden Purlieu
About our film set catering in Dibden Purlieu
A chip van fits right in at seaside locations. Whether it is period dramas on location and lunch at the unit base, we can cook cod and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas and more.
For a location shoot near Dibden Purlieu, base might be in a field or farmyard, so ground conditions matter. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Location catering around Dibden Purlieu
Dibden Purlieu is about 4 miles south of Southampton, in Hampshire. Whether your shoot is in the middle of Dibden Purlieu or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We take the van to 683 places in Hampshire.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the closest railway station is Southampton Town Quay station, roughly 2.8 miles north of the centre. The New Forest National Park is within about 4 miles of Dibden Purlieu, so check vehicle rules with locations. The coast is within about 4 miles of Dibden Purlieu, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will queue.
We serve shoots across SO45 and the streets around it. Whether your shoot is on Haynes Way, Beaulieu Road and Noads Way or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. For shoots just outside Dibden Purlieu, we cover Hythe (1 mile north-east), Dibden (1 mile north-west), The Hummicks (3 miles south), Beaulieu (3 miles south-west) and Marchwood (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Winchester (15 miles north), Gosport (12 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north), Fareham (9 miles east), Totton (6 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (9 miles north).
A little further out are Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (2.8 miles south-west) and Netley Castle (2.8 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Mercury Marshes.
- Nearby schools include Noadswood School (under half a mile north-west) and Testwood School (0.9 miles north-west)
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
Places near Dibden Purlieu
Other occasions in Dibden Purlieu
Organising for someone else?
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
What a fish and chip van costs
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- The menu and how many choices
- How many people are eating
- How easy the site is to reach
- Any minimum charge
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Roughly how many people, including children
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Dibden Purlieu?
Many locations are miles from shops. A van brings lunch to base. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
Why book our van in Dibden Purlieu
- We cover Dibden Purlieu and the whole of Hampshire
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No surprises in your quote
- Hot food handed straight over
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Step by step
You do not need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your shoot. The frying and serving are down to us. Winter shoots near Dibden Purlieu chase the light, which goes at about 4:00pm in December.
- First, tell us about your shoot.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Dibden Purlieu
Which station is closest to Dibden Purlieu?
The closest is Southampton Town Quay station, roughly 2.8 miles away.
Can you serve near the sea around Dibden Purlieu?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Do you cater wrap parties?
Yes. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
How long are you on site?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Can the van come to base?
Generally, with a level spot. We’ll agree the spot with your location manager.
What if lunch moves?
Yes. Tell us the lunch time and a contact on the day, and we’ll work around changes where we can.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan service around it.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Share the base location and route
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Confirm allergies by email
Supporting artists and visitors can be included in numbers.
Bins at base keep the location clean.
Where the van can park in Dibden Purlieu
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- Access checked by locations
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch