Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering in Sarisbury Green
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for the crew makes the food a highlight of your shoot in Sarisbury Green.
- Shoots on location
- Seaside shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
Film set catering in Sarisbury Green
How our film set catering works in Sarisbury Green
A chip van fits right in at seaside locations. Typical bookings include crew lunches at base and outside broadcasts, with haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
Around Sarisbury Green, locations can be rural. Tell us about the route to base. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
About the food
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Why choose film set catering in Sarisbury Green?
It is self-contained, just a spot at the unit base.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Sarisbury Green book the van for occasions like:
- Period dramas on location
- Wrap parties
- Event crews
- Lunch at the unit base
Central London is about 68 miles from Sarisbury Green, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What to look for in a quote
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The van’s size and access needs
- What the price includes, item by item
Step by step
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, park on the agreed spot, and get on with frying and serving. Long summer days in Sarisbury Green, with light until about 9:20pm, suit evening wraps outdoors, while by late September it’s nearer 7:10pm.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Clear the route for the van
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Sarisbury Green
How far is Sarisbury Green from London?
About 68 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van park in Hamble Common?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan service around it.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we will explain the options before you book.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a picture if you can.
Do you bring everything you need?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The number of meals
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Any minimum charge
- Cod, haddock or both
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Your date and serving time
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the hatch
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
Crew catering near Sarisbury Green
Sarisbury Green is about 1 mile west of Locks Heath, in Hampshire. Sarisbury Green is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. We serve events right across the region, from Sarisbury Green to Southampton (about 6 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Swanwick station, about 1.4 miles north-east. The New Forest National Park is within about 8 miles of Sarisbury Green, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles. With the sea within about a mile, coastal shoots need a sheltered base, so plan where crew will queue.
Shoots anywhere in SO31 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Local streets include Brook Lane, Peters Road and Cumber Road; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to shoots in Warsash (1 mile south), Sarisbury (1 mile north-east), Locks Heath (1 mile east), Swanwick (1 mile north) and Park Gate (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (14 miles north), Gosport (7 miles south-east), Havant (13 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north), Fareham (4 miles east) and Horndean (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Coldeast (0.6 miles north-east) and St Andrew's Castle (1.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Holly Hill Woodland Park.
- Local schools include Brookfield Community School and Language College (within half a mile east)
- Pubs nearby include The King And Queen Public House (1 mile south-west)
Looking after everyone
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Update numbers if they change
- Agree the waste plan with locations
- Share the base location and route
- Ensure we can reach locations on the day
We clear up quickly after lunch.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
A chip van compared with other options
Long shoots typically need a full catering unit. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why book our van in Sarisbury Green
- No surprises in your quote
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- A menu almost everyone likes
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
- 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