Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Harbridge, Hampshire
Looking for a fish and chip van for the crew in Harbridge? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your crew queue at the hatch.
- Stills shoots
- Unit base lunches
- Crew morale days
Book the van in Harbridge
About our film set catering in Harbridge
Locations and the production office can deal with us directly. We’re frequently asked to cater wrap celebrations and crew treats on long shoot days, with mushy peas, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
Rural locations near Harbridge can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will be straight with you about what we can do before you book.
What affects the price in Harbridge
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- How far we travel
- The menu and how many choices
- The length of service
- The minimum booking
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The address or venue name
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The spot you have in mind for the van
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Harbridge, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
How the day works
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. Winter shoots near Harbridge chase the light, which goes at about 4:05pm in December.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Make sure the van can get in
How to get a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Planning help
Crew catering near Harbridge
Harbridge is about 3 miles north of Ringwood, in Hampshire. People in Harbridge book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We cover 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 18 miles away.
Harbridge is within about 7 miles of the New Forest National Park, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles.
Anywhere in BH24, we can bring the van to you. Whether your shoot is on Kent Lane and Churchfield Lane or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Close by, we cover shoots in Ibsley (1 mile south-east), Mockbeggar (1 mile east), Ellingham (1 mile south), South Gorley (1 mile east) and Rockford (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Totton (13 miles east), Lymington (14 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles north-east), New Milton (11 miles south-east), Ringwood (3 miles south) and Barton on Sea (12 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Fordingbridge Doll Museum (2.6 miles north) and St Leonard's Hospital (5.7 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
- Local pubs include The Old Beams Inn (0.5 miles south-east)
Events we cater in Harbridge
Productions book a chip van because crews love it.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Seaside shoots
- Live events and broadcasts
- Ad shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
What to look for in a quote
- When payment is due
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The van’s size and access needs
- A clear list of what’s included
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- A clear route to base
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
Places near Harbridge
More for events in Harbridge
What comes out of the fryer
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Name a contact in the production office
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Confirm numbers the day before
Used oil leaves with the van.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
Harbridge: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Harbridge?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you come to venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac crew when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
What will the production need?
Send us your supplier requirements.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Harbridge?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
- 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