Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering for Shobley events
Film set catering in Shobley: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Period dramas on location
- Wrap parties
- Crew treats on long shoot days
Book the van in Shobley
Film set catering in Shobley, fried fresh
On a long job, a chip van day is a morale boost. On the menu are cod and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater commercials and music videos and outside broadcasts.
Near Shobley, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so a van at base is a big help. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
Shooting in Shobley: unit bases and access
Shobley is about 2 miles north-east of Ringwood, in Hampshire. For shoots in Shobley, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Shobley is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 16 miles away.
The New Forest National Park is within about 3 miles of Shobley, so check vehicle rules with locations.
This part of Hampshire takes in BH24, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Forest Corner (1 mile south-west), Hangersley (1 mile west), Foulford (1 mile south), Highwood (1 mile north-west) and Poulner (1 mile west). Further out, we also take the van to Totton (11 miles east), Lymington (11 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles north-east), Hythe (15 miles east), New Milton (8 miles south-east) and Barton on Sea (9 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include St Leonard's Hospital (5.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
- Nearby schools include Ringwood School Academy (1.9 miles west)
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
Supporting artists and visitors can be included in numbers.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a crew lunch people will remember, a chip van is hard to beat in Shobley. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- No surprises in your quote
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Takeaway run or book a van?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
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. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
How the day works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Winter shoots near Shobley chase the light, which goes at about 4:05pm in December, so lunch at base is frequently in daylight but a wrap meal isn’t.
- First, tell us about your shoot.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
What the van needs
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- The location’s agreement
- Level, firm ground at base
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
What a fish and chip van costs
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Any minimum charge
- The length of service
- The day of the week
- How easy the site is to reach
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Who books film set catering in Shobley?
Crews love a chip van day, especially on long shoots.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Crew lunches at base
- Location filming
- Music video shoots
- Event crews
Historic houses near Shobley include Avon Tyrrell House (3.9 miles south). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
What your quote should include
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether travel is included
- How allergens are handled
Towns and villages near Shobley
More for events in Shobley
Shobley questions
Do you come out to small places like Shobley?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can the van go to venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan service around it.
Can you feed supporting artists too?
Yes. Let us know total numbers.
Where does the van go on location?
Normally, if there is level, firm ground. We’ll agree the spot with your location manager.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we will confirm what we need.
- 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