Isle of Wight · England
Film Set Catering for Steephill events
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Film set catering in Steephill.
- Commercials and music videos
- Location filming
- Fashion shoots on location
Planning an event in Steephill?
Film set catering in Steephill, fried fresh
Location shoots, commercials and wrap parties all suit a chip van. Typical bookings include end-of-shoot parties and crew lunches at base, serving sausage and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips.
For a shoot in a place like Steephill, tracks and soft ground need checking with locations. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Where
- Steephill (PO38)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a crew treat, a chip van is hard to beat. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Why book our van in Steephill
- All the chip-shop extras
- Classic food your crew already know
- Events in Steephill and across the Isle of Wight
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Access checked by locations
- The location’s agreement
- A queue area clear of trucks
For somewhere as remote as Steephill, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
Steephill for film and TV crews
Steephill is about 3 miles south-west of Shanklin, in the Isle of Wight. In and around Steephill, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your crew. Steephill is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Steephill to Southampton (24 miles away).
The A3055 give trucks and the van a straightforward route to Steephill. Crew coming by rail can use the station: Shanklin station, about 3.5 miles north-east, is the nearest station. The coast is within about 2 miles of Steephill, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
Anywhere in PO38, we can fry fresh for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can serve a shoot on streets such as Love Lane, Steephill Road and Castle Court or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Steephill sits on or near the A3055, so getting the van to your shoot is simple. Other places close to Steephill we cover include Ventnor (1 mile north-east), St Lawrence (1 mile west), Nettlecombe (2 miles north-west), Wroxall (2 miles north) and Bonchurch (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Newport (8 miles north-west), Ryde (10 miles north), Cowes (12 miles north), Sandown (5 miles north-east), Shanklin (3 miles north-east) and East Cowes (12 miles north). Some remote sites need extra planning, so ask early about your shoot.
Other landmarks nearby include Longshoremans Museum (0.6 miles east) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (3.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Steephill include St Boniface Down.
- Nearby schools include The Island Free School (0.7 miles north) and St Catherine's School (0.8 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Rose Inn (0.8 miles east)
- Other local spots include South Wight (1.2 miles north-east)
Places near Steephill
More for events in Steephill
Perfect for your shoot in Steephill
Crews love a chip van day, especially on long shoots.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Live events and broadcasts
- Seaside shoots
- Stills shoots
- Lunch at the unit base
Historic houses near Steephill include Rylstone Manor (3.2 miles north-east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
What your quote should include
- How much space the van takes up
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deposit and payment dates
- The cancellation terms
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
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.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
What affects the price in Steephill
We will give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Any minimum charge
- Your choice of menu
- Distance and any road charges
- The number of meals
Larger groups normally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A picture of the space and the way in
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
The process
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we hold off cooking until you’re ready, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. At midsummer, Steephill has light until about 9:20pm, while by late September it is nearer 7:10pm.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
How to prepare
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Ask for a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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FAQs for Steephill
Do you come out to small places like Steephill?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Steephill?
Shanklin station, about 3.5 miles north-east of the centre.
Can the van come to base?
Usually, with a level spot. We’ll agree the spot with your location manager.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
Do you come to Steephill?
We do. Steephill is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for crew are worth planning.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before booking.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Allergies and dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
- Ensure we can reach locations on the day
- Put allergy details in writing
After service, we pack up and get out of the way.
A dining area at base helps.
- 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