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Film and TV set catering in Gatcombe, Isle of Wight
Film set catering in Gatcombe: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Location shoots
- Event crews
- Wrap parties
Film set catering for Gatcombe events
Events we cater in Gatcombe
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Stills shoots
- Live events and broadcasts
- Crew lunches at base
- Crew treats on long shoot days
Historic houses near Gatcombe include Gatcombe House (within half a mile south-east) and Sheat Manor (0.5 miles south-east). Period locations like these normally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Questions to ask before you book
- If the price includes VAT
- The deadline for final numbers
- Payment terms and deposit
- What the van needs: space, access, power
How our film set catering works in Gatcombe
Call times change, so give us a contact on the day and we’ll adjust where we can. We serve cod and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips, and we are frequently booked for event crews and wrap celebrations.
Near Gatcombe, check tracks and ground for the van. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Where
- Gatcombe (PO30)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Questions from Gatcombe
Is Gatcombe too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Do numbers include extras?
Of course. Just tell us who counts.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We will talk it through when we quote.
Can the van come to Gatcombe?
We do. We serve events in Gatcombe and across the Isle of Wight. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you bring everything you need?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we will confirm what we need.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Also near Gatcombe
Also in Gatcombe
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
What happens on the day
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your shoot in Gatcombe. On a winter shoot near Gatcombe, the light goes by about 4:00pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:20pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Lighting for early or late service
- Space in front of the hatch
- Level, firm ground at base
For somewhere as remote as Gatcombe, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
What affects the price in Gatcombe
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Parking and the way in
- The menu and how many choices
- The date and time of year
- How far we travel
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Where the event is
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning a shoot in Gatcombe
Gatcombe is about 2 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Bookings in Gatcombe come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve 125 places in the Isle of Wight. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 18 miles away.
Wherever your shoot is in PO30, we can fry fresh for your crew. We can serve a shoot on streets such as Gatcombe Road, Rectory Lane and Newbarn Lane, wherever the van can park. Close by, we cover shoots in Chillerton (1 mile south), Plaish (2 miles north-west), Clatterford (2 miles north), Bowcombe (2 miles north-west) and Carisbrooke (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Ryde (8 miles north-east), Cowes (6 miles north), Sandown (6 miles east), Shanklin (6 miles east), Ventnor (6 miles south-east) and East Cowes (6 miles north). For a shoot at a remote spot, let us know early and we will plan the trip.
Nearby you’ll also find Carisbrooke Castle (1.6 miles north) and Isle of Wight Music Museum (2.5 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brighstone Down.
- Schools near Gatcombe include Christ The King College (2.1 miles north)
A chip van compared with other options
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van makes a relaxed wrap. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- A quote that spells everything out
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
For planners, venues and organisers
Organising a club, school or community event in Gatcombe? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
- 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