Isle of Wight · England
Film and TV set catering in Puckaster, Isle of Wight
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for the crew in Puckaster.
- Location shoots
- Event crews
- Music video shoots
Planning an event in Puckaster?
Why choose a fish and chip van in Puckaster?
For a crew lunch people will remember, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Puckaster. A chip van frequently 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 Puckaster hosts choose us
- Classic food your crew already know
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A clear quote before you book
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
About our film set catering in Puckaster
Food is fried to order, so lunch is hot and fresh. On the menu are cod and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater stills shoots and ad shoots.
For a shoot in a place like Puckaster, tracks and soft ground need checking with locations. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Puckaster (PO38)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Perfect for your shoot in Puckaster
Crews love a chip van day, especially on long shoots.
These are some of the bookings we take around Puckaster:
- Location filming
- Crew lunches at base
- Period dramas on location
- Event crews
What your quote should include
- The van’s size and access needs
- Whether VAT is included
- How late numbers can change
- Any travel, parking or access charges
The process
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot when you’re ready to eat. Long summer days in Puckaster, with light until about 9:20pm, suit evening wraps outdoors, while by late September it is nearer 7:10pm.
- It starts with the unit base, dates and 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 clear up and get out of the way.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Share the timings for the day
How to get a price
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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For event organisers in Puckaster
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
If you are 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.
Where the van can park in Puckaster
If a spot isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and help find another. What matters most:
- Lighting for early or late service
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
Puckaster is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we will plan the journey.
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
Should I sort the food myself?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
What affects the price in Puckaster
We will give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Your choice of menu
- Any minimum charge
- How easy the site is to reach
- Service time
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where you’d like the van to go
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
More for events in Puckaster
Puckaster for film and TV crews
Puckaster is about 6 miles south-west of Shanklin, in the Isle of Wight. Puckaster is well within our area, so your shoot just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. Puckaster is one of 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 24 miles away.
With the sea within about 4 miles, coastal shoots need a sheltered base.
We cover shoots in every part of the PO38 postcode area. Local streets include Puckaster Lane and Undercliff Drive; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to shoots in Niton (1 mile north), Blackgang (1 mile north-west), Bierley (1 mile north), Whitwell (2 miles north-east) and Nettlecombe (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (8 miles north), Ryde (11 miles north-east), Cowes (12 miles north), Sandown (7 miles north-east), Shanklin (6 miles north-east) and Ventnor (3 miles east). For a shoot at a remote spot, tell us early so we can plan the journey.
Well-known places in the area include Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (5.9 miles north-east) and Blackgang Sawmill Museum (1.5 miles north-west). Open spaces near Puckaster include Stenbury Down.
- Local pubs include The Buddle Inn (less than half a mile west)
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Puckaster: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Puckaster?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Can the van come to base?
Yes, on level ground at base; we will check the route.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes, if they’re in your numbers. Confirm numbers the day before.
- 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