Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Hensting, Hampshire
Film set catering in Hensting: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Seaside shoots
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- Wrap parties
Film set catering for Hensting events
Crew catering near Hensting
Hensting is about 3 miles north-east of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. For shoots in Hensting, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Hensting to Southampton (7 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Shawford station, about 2.2 miles north-west.
Shoots anywhere in SO50 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many crew. If your venue is just outside Hensting, we also cover Owslebury (1 mile north-east), Owslebury Bottom (1 mile north-east), Baybridge (2 miles east), Morestead (2 miles north) and Lane End (4 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (4 miles north), Gosport (15 miles south-east), Eastleigh (3 miles south-west), Fareham (11 miles south), Horndean (14 miles south-east) and Totton (11 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find St John's Rooms And Chapel (4.3 miles north) and Eastleigh Museum (3.5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
- Nearby, you will find Ship Inn (1 mile north-east)
Film set catering in Hensting, fried fresh
We work with your location manager or production office on access, parking and timings. Popular choices include mushy peas, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and we are often booked for location shoots and treat days on a long shoot.
Near Hensting, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Questions from Hensting
How far is Hensting from London?
Roughly 62 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Hensting?
Shawford station, about 2.2 miles north-west of the centre.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Do you cover Hensting?
We do. We serve events in Hensting and across Hampshire. Send us your date to check availability.
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.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A chip van compared with other options
For a crew lunch people will remember, a fish and chip van is a great choice. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We’ll send you a quote.
Why us?
- A menu almost everyone likes
- No surprises in your quote
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Hot food handed straight over
Where the van can park in Hensting
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Room for the crew to queue
- Level, firm ground at base
- The location’s agreement
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
What else we do in Hensting
Step by step
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace. Long summer days in Hensting, with light until about 9:25pm, suit evening wraps outdoors.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- We check access and send a quote.
- Parking and arrival are agreed with locations.
- We set up at the unit base and fry to order for the lunch break.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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About the food
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it is a favourite with children.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Access and parking
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Numbers
- Travel, tolls and road charges
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
The more we know about your shoot, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Your date and serving time
- Expected numbers
- Allergies and diets you know about
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Have a back-up for special diets
Tell us if supporting artists are eating.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
Perfect for your shoot in Hensting
It’s self-contained.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Crew morale days
- Commercials and music videos
- Wrap celebrations
- Crew lunches at base
Hensting is roughly 62 miles from central London.
Comparing caterers
- Whether there’s a minimum
- The deadline for final numbers
- The van’s size and access needs
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- 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