Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Horndean, Hampshire
Film set catering in Horndean: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Wrap celebrations
- Location filming
A chip van near Horndean
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Why book with us
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- A van that becomes part of the event
- We cover Horndean and the whole of Hampshire
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Read our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Film set catering in Horndean, cooked to order
The van needs level, firm ground at the unit base, and a clear route in. Popular choices include mushy peas, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and we’re frequently booked for seaside and period locations and wrap parties.
For a shoot in Horndean, tell us where base is and how to reach it. We cook inside the van, right where your crew are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Who books film set catering in Horndean?
Crews love a chip van day, especially on long shoots.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We are often booked for:
- Treat days on a long shoot
- End-of-shoot parties
- Photo shoots
- Crew lunches at base
Within reach of Horndean are historic houses such as Warblington Castle (4.8 miles south-east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
What to look for in a quote
- The cancellation terms
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- How much space the van takes up
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it is lovely with a pie.
How it works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your shoot in Horndean. In December, daylight in Horndean ends around 4:00pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:20pm.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Horndean, and we will check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Shooting in Horndean: unit bases and access
Horndean is about 7 miles north-east of Portsmouth, in Hampshire. We park up at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Horndean. Horndean is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Horndean to Southampton (about 17 miles away).
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the closest railway station is Rowlands Castle station, roughly 2.6 miles south-east of the centre. Horndean is roughly 57 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. Horndean is within about 8 miles of the South Downs National Park, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Here we cover the PO8 and PO7 postcode area. Local streets include London Road, Kings Mede and Causeway Farm; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Horndean sits on or near the A3 and A3(M), so getting the van to your shoot is simple. Other places close to Horndean we cover include Lovedean (1 mile west), Wecock Farm (1 mile south-west), Catherington (2 miles north), Anmore (2 miles west) and Denmead (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Gosport (9 miles south-west), Havant (3 miles south), Eastleigh (15 miles west), Fareham (9 miles south-west), Hedge End (13 miles west) and Petersfield (7 miles north-east). Being one of Hampshire’s larger places, Horndean has lots of places where the van can park.
Other landmarks nearby include Havant War Memorial Hospital (3.8 miles south) and Clanfield Earthwork (3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Horndean include Windmill Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Horndean include Horndean Infant School (0.5 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Red Lion Inn (0.7 miles north-east)
For event organisers in Horndean
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Confirm numbers the day before
We arrive at base in good time and set up, out of the way.
A chip van wrap party is a great way to finish a shoot.
Nearby places to Horndean
Other occasions in Horndean
Where the van can park in Horndean
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- A queue area clear of trucks
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
Horndean: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Horndean?
The closest is Rowlands Castle station, roughly 2.6 miles away.
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before booking.
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 come to Horndean?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Horndean. For a quote, use our quote form.
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.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for crew.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
- 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