Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Hythe, Hampshire
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for the crew in Hythe and the surrounding area.
- Crew lunches at base
- Wrap parties
- Ad shoots
Planning an event in Hythe?
Film set catering for your shoot in Hythe
Locations and the production office can deal with us directly. For event crews and unit base lunches, we can cook sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
In Hythe, send us the base location, and we will plan the route. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Crew catering near Hythe
Hythe is about 4 miles south of Southampton, in Hampshire. From the centre of Hythe to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Hythe is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the closest railway station is Southampton Town Quay station, roughly 2.3 miles north of the centre. The New Forest National Park is within about 4 miles of Hythe, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles. The coast is within about 3 miles of Hythe, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
For shoots in SO45, we just need to know where the van can park. We can serve a shoot on streets such as High Street, Deerleap Close and Langdown Lawn, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Dibden Purlieu (1 mile south-west), Dibden (1 mile west), Marchwood (3 miles north-west), The Hummicks (4 miles south-west) and Beaulieu (4 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (14 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 Netley Castle (2.1 miles north-east) and Westquay (2.9 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Mercury Marshes.
- Schools near Hythe include Noadswood School (0.8 miles west) and Testwood School (1.3 miles west)
- Local pubs include No.5 (The Lord Nelson Public House) (0.6 miles north)
Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Agree the waste plan with locations
- Update numbers if they change
- Send the unit base address and directions
We arrive at base in good time and set up.
Plan bins at the unit base.
Also in Hythe
Questions from Hythe
Which station is closest to Hythe?
The closest is Southampton Town Quay station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
Can you serve near the sea around Hythe?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, Hampshire included. Find your area.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is generally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we’ll explain the options.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
What the van needs
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Next to a sandwich lunch, a chip van gives the crew a proper hot meal. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Why us?
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Classic food your crew already know
- No surprises in your quote
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Distance and any road charges
- The number of meals
- Your choice of menu
- The minimum booking
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
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 anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
Why choose film set catering in Hythe?
It’s ideal for short jobs.
In Hythe and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Lunch at the unit base
- Photo shoots
- Location shoots
- Outside broadcasts
Within reach of Hythe are historic houses such as Medieval Merchant's House (2.6 miles north) and Southampton Tudor House and Garden (2.6 miles north). Period locations like these normally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Questions to ask before booking
- Payment terms and deposit
- How late numbers can change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
The process
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. Long summer days in Hythe, with light until about 9:25pm, suit evening wraps outdoors.
- We start with the location, call times and crew numbers.
- You get an access check and a quote.
- Parking and arrival are agreed with locations.
- We serve hot from the hatch when lunch is called.
- We pack up straight after service and leave the base tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, use our quote form.
Planning help
- 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