Isle of Wight · England
Film and TV set catering in Sandford, Isle of Wight
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew across Sandford and the Isle of Wight, cooking to order on site.
- Fashion shoots on location
- Shoots on location
- Seaside shoots
Planning an event in Sandford?
About our film set catering in Sandford
Fried-to-order service suits a lunch break, with no kitchen needed on site. Whether it is seaside shoots and crew treats on long shoot days, we can cook sausage and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips for your guests.
Near Sandford, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Where
- Sandford (PO38)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The minimum booking
- Your choice of menu
- How far we travel
- How many people are eating
Larger groups typically cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Where the event is
- Where the van would park
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Rough numbers for adults and children
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
The process
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. Winter shoots near Sandford chase the light, which goes at about 4:00pm in December.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the serving time
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Plan where the queue will stand
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
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 normally simpler.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Wrap parties add up. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- A van that becomes part of the event
See how we price and the cost guide.
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
Sandford questions
What’s the nearest station to Sandford?
Shanklin station, about 2.5 miles east of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like Sandford?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
How fast is service?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes, if they’re in your numbers. Confirm numbers the day before.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Do you cater wrap parties?
Yes, and crews love it. Send us the date and place.
Also near Sandford
What else we do in Sandford
Who books film set catering in Sandford?
Productions book a chip van because crews love it.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Event crews
- Shoots on location
- Crew lunches at base
- Fashion shoots on location
For cast and crew travelling by train, Shanklin station is about 2.5 miles away.
Before booking anyone
- The cancellation terms
- How late numbers can change
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The deposit and payment dates
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Sandford? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Space, access and the venue
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Level, firm ground at base
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
For somewhere as remote as Sandford, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
Location catering around Sandford
Sandford is about 5 miles south-east of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We cover Sandford as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We cover 125 places across the Isle of Wight. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 21 miles away.
Historic houses near Sandford include Haseley Manor (2.3 miles north) and Rylstone Manor (2.8 miles east). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. The coast is within about 3 miles of Sandford, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
Anywhere in PO38, we can fry fresh for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Shanklin Road and Redhill Lane; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to shoots in Whiteley Bank (1 mile east), Godshill (1 mile west), Princelett (1 mile north-east), Wroxall (1 mile south-east) and Hale Common (1 mile north). We also serve nearby towns such as Newport (5 miles north-west), Ryde (7 miles north-east), Cowes (9 miles north), Sandown (4 miles north-east), Shanklin (3 miles east) and Ventnor (3 miles south-east). Remote sites take a little more planning, so contact us in good time.
A little further out are Museum of Country And Agriculture (2.4 miles north) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (2.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Stenbury Down and Alverstone Mead.
- Nearby schools include The Island Free School (2.5 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find The Griffin Public House (0.6 miles west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include South Wight (2.9 miles south-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