Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering in Steep Marsh
Film set catering in Steep Marsh: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Location shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
- Seaside and period locations
A chip van near Steep Marsh
The process
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, timed around your shoot. On a winter shoot near Steep Marsh, the light goes by about 4:00pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:20pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo 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.
Before we arrive
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Ask for a quote
Still finalising the details? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Film set catering in Steep Marsh, fried fresh
Seaside and period locations suit a fish and chip van perfectly. We are frequently asked to cater stills shoots and crew lunches at base, serving haddock and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
For a shoot in a place like Steep Marsh, tracks and soft ground need checking. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Confirm allergies by email
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
We work to the lunch time on the call sheet, and a contact keeps us updated.
Plan bins at the unit base.
Places near Steep Marsh
What else we do in Steep Marsh
Perfect for your shoot in Steep Marsh
It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.
These are some of the bookings we take in Steep Marsh and Hampshire:
- Ad shoots
- Location filming
- Lunch at the unit base
- Crew treats on long shoot days
For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Petersfield station, roughly 1.7 miles south of the centre.
Questions to ask before booking
- If the price includes VAT
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Whether travel is included
- What they can offer for dietary needs
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
- Access and parking
- Cod, haddock or both
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- The venue or postcode
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Rough numbers for adults and children
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. To send your details, use our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- Light near the van if needed
- A queue area clear of trucks
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
Planning a shoot in Steep Marsh
Steep Marsh is about 2 miles north of Petersfield, in Hampshire. People in Steep Marsh book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We cover all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 21 miles away.
Central London is about 49 miles from Steep Marsh, within easy reach for London-based crews. The South Downs National Park is within about 2 miles of Steep Marsh, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles.
Shoots anywhere in GU32 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many crew. Other places close to Steep Marsh we cover include Steep (1 mile south), Oakshott (1 mile north), Sheet (1 mile south-east), Petersfield (2 miles south) and Hawkley (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (12 miles south), Horndean (9 miles south), Alton (8 miles north), Waterlooville (11 miles south), Purbrook (12 miles south) and Bordon (7 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Bear Museum (2 miles south) and Petersfield Community Hospital (1.8 miles south). The countryside around Steep Marsh includes Wheatham Hill and Liss Riverside Railway Walk South.
- Nearby schools include The Petersfield School (2.1 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find The Cricketers Inn (0.7 miles south-west)
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Takeaway run or book a van?
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? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Steep Marsh?
Wrap parties add up. A van makes a relaxed wrap. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
What you get with us
- We cover Steep Marsh and the whole of Hampshire
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Hot food handed straight over
Questions from Steep Marsh
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Which station is closest to Steep Marsh?
Petersfield station, about 1.7 miles south of the centre.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
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 we’ll advise.
Can the van come to Steep Marsh?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Steep Marsh is within our area. For a quote, use our quote form.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac crew in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
What can crew choose from?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
- 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