Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Itchen Abbas, Hampshire
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for the crew in Itchen Abbas.
- Outside broadcasts
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Shoots on location
Planning an event in Itchen Abbas?
Itchen Abbas for film and TV crews
Itchen Abbas is about 4 miles north-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. Bookings in Itchen Abbas 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 683 places across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 14 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Winchester station, about 4.2 miles south-west.
Shoots anywhere in SO21 start with a parking spot for the van. Streets in the area include Little Hayes Lane, Northington Road and Station Hill, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Itchen Abbas, we also cover Martyr Worthy (1 mile west), Itchen Stoke (1 mile east), Ovington (2 miles south-east), Easton (2 miles west) and Temple Valley (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (13 miles north-east), Winchester (4 miles south-west), Eastleigh (10 miles south-west), Andover (13 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (10 miles south-west) and Alton (12 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include St John's Rooms And Chapel (3.9 miles south-west) and Wolvesey Castle (4.1 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
- Pubs nearby include The Plough pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Film set catering in Itchen Abbas, fried fresh
On a long job, a chip van day is a morale boost, alongside regular catering. We serve cod and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and we’re frequently booked for end-of-shoot parties and crew lunches at base.
Near Itchen Abbas, check tracks and ground for the van with locations. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Places near Itchen Abbas
Also in Itchen Abbas
Occasions we serve in Itchen Abbas
Productions book a chip van because crews love it.
Whatever the occasion in Itchen Abbas, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Live events and broadcasts
- Seaside and period locations
- End-of-shoot parties
- Location filming
Central London is about 57 miles from Itchen Abbas.
What to look for in a quote
- When final numbers are due
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The van’s size and access needs
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Itchen Abbas
Which station is closest to Itchen Abbas?
The closest is Winchester station, roughly 4.2 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Itchen Abbas?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
How long will the queue be?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We will talk it through when we quote.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Itchen Abbas.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
What about crew who do not eat fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
What affects the price in Itchen Abbas
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The minimum booking
- How easy the site is to reach
- How many people are eating
- Your choice of menu
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- A photo of the parking spot
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
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.
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Agree how the base is left
- Name a contact in the production office
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
Supporting artists and visitors can be included in numbers.
Bins at base keep the location clean.
How the day works
There is very little for you to do on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your shoot. We handle the cooking and serving. Sunset in Itchen Abbas is about 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or SO21 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
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DIY versus a fish and chip 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.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Where the van can park in Itchen Abbas
If a spot isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- A queue area clear of trucks
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Itchen Abbas
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- 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