Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering for Rockbourne events
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew across Rockbourne and Hampshire, frying fresh at your venue.
- Photo shoots
- Outside broadcasts
- Seaside and period locations
Film set catering in Rockbourne
About our film set catering in Rockbourne
Schedules move, so a contact on the day helps and we’ll work around it. We’re frequently asked to cater commercials and music videos and crew treats on long shoot days, serving cod and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas.
Rural locations near Rockbourne can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
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 cooks in front of your crew instead.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Organising for someone else?
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
What else we do in Rockbourne
A closer look at the menu
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. It’s battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Rockbourne?
Long shoots usually need a full catering unit. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We’ll send you a quote.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No kitchen needed
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
The process
Your timings come first. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you’re ready, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. Long summer days in Rockbourne, with light until about 9:25pm, suit evening wraps outdoors.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Give us a contact for the day
- Share the timings for the day
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- Space in front of the hatch
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Events we cater in Rockbourne
It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Seaside and period locations
- Location shoots
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Fashion shoots on location
Historic houses near Rockbourne include Breamore House (2.4 miles east). Period locations like these usually keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for each item
- Whether there is a minimum
Rockbourne questions
Is Rockbourne 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.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
Do you come to Rockbourne?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Rockbourne is within our area. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, Hampshire included. Find your area.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a photo if you can.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Can you park at the unit base?
Yes, on level ground at base; we will check the route.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Make sure we can reach locations on the day
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Agree how the base is left
We arrive at base in good time and set up, out of the way.
Plan bins at the unit base.
Shooting in Rockbourne: unit bases and access
Rockbourne is in Hampshire. For shoots in Rockbourne, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Rockbourne. Rockbourne is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 20 miles away.
For shoots in SP6, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many crew. Other places close to Rockbourne we cover include Whitsbury (1 mile north-east), Damerham (2 miles south), Sandleheath (2 miles south), Ashford (3 miles south-east) and Alderholt (4 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Totton (15 miles east), Ringwood (9 miles south), Fordingbridge (3 miles south-east), St Leonards (9 miles south), Brockenhurst (15 miles south-east) and Poulner (8 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Fordingbridge Museum (3.3 miles south-east) and Godshill Castle Hill (3.5 miles south-east).
- Nearby, you will find The Cart Wheel Public House (0.9 miles east)
- 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