West Sussex · England
Film Set Catering in Racton
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Racton and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Wrap celebrations
- Music video shoots
- Treat days on a long shoot
A chip van near Racton
How our film set catering works in Racton
We cater location shoots, unit bases, commercials, music videos and wrap parties. Whether it is live events and broadcasts and lunch at the unit base, we will put together a menu of cod and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas.
Near Racton, check tracks and ground for the van. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Racton (PO18, PO10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Location catering around Racton
Racton is about 3 miles north-east of Emsworth, in West Sussex. Shoots in Racton are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Racton is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from Racton to Southampton (22 miles away).
Central London is about 55 miles from Racton, within easy reach for London-based crews. For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Southbourne station, roughly 2.1 miles south of the centre. Racton is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park, so check vehicle rules with locations.
We cover shoots in every part of PO18 and PO10. For shoots just outside Racton, we cover Lordington (1 mile north), Walderton (1 mile north-east), Funtington (1 mile east), Hambrook (2 miles south) and West Ashling (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (11 miles south-east), Chichester (6 miles south-east), Selsey (11 miles south-east), Emsworth (3 miles south-west), Portfield (6 miles south-east) and Yapton (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Emsworth Museum (2.8 miles south-west) and Havant War Memorial Hospital (4.4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Walderton Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Agree how the base is left
Lunch is planned around the call sheet, and a contact keeps us updated.
A gazebo by the van keeps the line dry.
What else we do in Racton
For event organisers in Racton
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Racton: your questions answered
Is Racton too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Racton?
Southbourne station, about 2.1 miles south of the centre.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
Can the van come to base?
Yes, on level ground at base.
Do you do wrap parties?
Yes, it is a popular wrap. Send us the date and place.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
What affects the price in Racton
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Your choice of menu
- The number of meals
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A picture of the space and the way in
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Racton? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. Just use our quote form.
Who books film set catering in Racton?
It needs no kitchen on location, just a spot at the unit base.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- End-of-shoot parties
- Music video shoots
- Photo shoots
- Event crews
Nearby historic houses include Warblington Castle (3.9 miles south-west). Period locations like these generally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Before you book anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- When payment is due
- How late numbers can change
- How allergens are handled
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Step by step
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. Long summer days in Racton, with light until about 9:20pm, suit evening wraps outdoors, while by late September it is nearer 7:05pm.
- It starts with the unit base, dates and numbers.
- We check access and send a quote.
- We arrange the van’s spot at the unit base with locations.
- We set up at the unit base and fry to order for the lunch break.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Let us know the serving time
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Level, firm ground at base
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- 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