Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Trotton, Hampshire
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 Trotton.
- Commercials and music videos
- Wrap parties
- Crew lunches at base
Planning an event in Trotton?
Film set catering in Trotton, fried fresh
Seaside and period locations suit a fish and chip van perfectly. For seaside shoots and stills shoots, we can cook pie and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips and more.
Near Trotton, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what we can do before booking.
Shooting in Trotton: unit bases and access
Trotton is about 6 miles east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. We serve shoots at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Trotton and the surrounding area. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Trotton to Guildford (about 20 miles away).
Trotton is roughly 46 miles from central London. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Trotton, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
Wherever your shoot is in GU31, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Other places close to Trotton we cover include Dumpford (1 mile south-west), Elsted Marsh (1 mile south), Ingrams Green (1 mile south), Elsted (2 miles south-west) and Didling (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (12 miles south-west), Horndean (11 miles south-west), Alton (13 miles north-west), Waterlooville (13 miles south-west), Petersfield (6 miles west) and Purbrook (13 miles south-west).
A little further out are Midhurst Community Hospital (3 miles east) and Midhurst Museum (2.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Iping and Stedham Commons and Wheeler's Down.
- Nearby, you will find The Keeper's Arms Public House (within half a mile south-west)
FAQs for Trotton
How far is Trotton from London?
About 46 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
Do you do wrap parties?
Yes, and crews love it. Tell us the details.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we will plan for them.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Where does the van go on location?
Yes, on level ground at base.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Confirm allergies by email
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
Lunch is planned around the call sheet, and a contact keeps us updated.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The minimum booking
- The number of meals
- Service time
- The date and time of year
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.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Trotton? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
How the day works
We don’t cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it’s ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. Winter shoots near Trotton chase the light, which goes at about 4:00pm in December.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
Events we cater in Trotton
It is self-contained.
Whatever the occasion in Trotton, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Ad shoots
- Outside broadcasts
- Location shoots
- Stills shoots
Within reach of Trotton are historic houses such as Cowdray House (3.2 miles east) and Uppark (4.8 miles south-west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
Before booking anyone
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When final numbers are due
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Towns and villages near Trotton
More for events in Trotton
Working with your venue
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Takeaway run or book a van?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
- 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