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Film Set Catering for Shipton Green events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for the crew in Shipton Green.
- Location shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
- Treat days on a long shoot
Book the van in Shipton Green
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Film set catering in Shipton Green, fried fresh
Shoot days are long, and a hot lunch on time matters. A fish and chip van parks at the unit base and fries to order. Popular choices include haddock and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips, and we are frequently booked for end-of-shoot parties and crew treats on long shoot days.
Near Shipton Green, check tracks and ground for the van. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Area
- Shipton Green (PO20)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Events we cater in Shipton Green
It is self-contained, just a spot at the unit base.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We are frequently booked for:
- Music video shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
- Seaside and period locations
- Location shoots
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Bosham station, about 3.6 miles north.
Before booking anyone
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Whether VAT is included
- What the price includes, item by item
Shipton Green for film and TV crews
Shipton Green is about 5 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. For shoots in Shipton Green, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Shipton Green is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 25 miles away.
Shipton Green is roughly 59 miles from central London. With the sea within about 6 miles, coastal shoots need a sheltered base, so plan where crew will queue.
Here we cover the PO20 postcode area, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. Whether your shoot is on Shipton Green Lane and Itchenor Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. For shoots just outside Shipton Green, we cover Somerley (1 mile south-east), Birdham (1 mile east), Almodington (2 miles south-east), Earnley (2 miles south) and East Wittering (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (7 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (5 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (5 miles north-west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Chichester Castle (4.9 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (5.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Pilsey Island.
The process
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we are there in good time before you want to eat. Light in Shipton Green lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- 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.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
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A fish and chip van or other catering?
Some locations have nowhere to buy food. The van solves that. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
Why us?
- Classic food your crew already know
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- We cover Shipton Green and the whole of West Sussex
See our pricing or the cost guide.
For event organisers in Shipton Green
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
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What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it’s a favourite with children.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The day of the week
- Distance and any road charges
- Numbers
- Access and parking
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Expected numbers
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
FAQs for Shipton Green
Is Shipton Green too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Shipton Green?
The closest is Bosham station, roughly 3.6 miles away.
Do you cater wrap parties?
We do. It’s a great way to end a shoot.
Where does the van go on location?
Yes, wherever locations agree; we’ll check the route.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Children normally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac crew when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Clear of the shot and sound
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- Lighting for early or late service
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Shipton Green
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- 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