Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering for New Forest events
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in New Forest? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your crew queue at the hatch.
- Photo shoots
- Unit base lunches
- Crew treats on long shoot days
Film set catering for New Forest events
Film set catering in New Forest, fried fresh
Seaside and period locations suit a fish and chip van perfectly. On the menu are cod and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for music video shoots and crew treats on long shoot days.
Rural locations near New Forest can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. You will know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Planning the van’s spot
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Permission for the van at base
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- Room for the crew to queue
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van makes a relaxed wrap. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book with us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Bookings across Hampshire, including New Forest
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
What a fish and chip van costs
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Distance and any road charges
- Cod, haddock or both
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The number of meals
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Your date and serving time
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
What happens on the day
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. At midsummer, New Forest has light until about 9:25pm, while by late September it’s nearer 7:10pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Have a level parking spot ready
How to get a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in New Forest, and we will check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Shooting in New Forest: unit bases and access
New Forest is in Hampshire. We serve shoots at drives, car parks, yards and venues around New Forest and nearby villages. We take the van to 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from New Forest to Southampton (about 23 miles away).
Anywhere in SP6, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a shoot at a home on Sillens Lane and Townsend Lane, wherever the van can park. If your venue is just outside New Forest, we also cover Martin (1 mile north-east), Rockbourne (3 miles east) and Damerham (3 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ringwood (11 miles south-east), Fordingbridge (6 miles south-east), St Leonards (11 miles south), Alderholt (6 miles south-east), Poulner (11 miles south-east) and Ashley Heath (10 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Cranborne Castle Hill (4.4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Western Downs.
New Forest questions
Do you come out to small places like New Forest?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
What will the production need?
Every production asks for different things, so ask your production office for the list.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
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.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Who books film set catering in New Forest?
Service is quick from the hatch.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re frequently booked for:
- Crew lunches at base
- Outside broadcasts
- Seaside shoots
- Ad shoots
What to look for in a quote
- Any minimum charge
- Allergen information for each item
- Whether travel is included
- The cancellation terms
Places near New Forest
Other occasions in New Forest
About the food
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
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.
- 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