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Film Set Catering for Walderton events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for the crew turns food into part of your shoot in Walderton.
- Wrap parties
- Shoots on location
- Treat days on a long shoot
Film set catering for Walderton events
How our film set catering works in Walderton
We need a level, firm spot at base, and a clear route in. Popular choices include pie and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips, and we’re often booked for live events and broadcasts and music video shoots.
For a shoot in a place like Walderton, tracks and soft ground need checking with locations. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Where
- Walderton (PO18)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
What the van needs
We’ll be honest if a spot won’t work, and help find another. What matters most:
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Permission for the van at base
- A queue area clear of trucks
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Walderton
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
Working with your venue
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Towns and villages near Walderton
Also in Walderton
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few crew with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Plan an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
Supporting artists and visitors can be included in numbers.
Bins at base keep the location clean.
Perfect for your shoot in Walderton
It is self-contained.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Live events and broadcasts
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Music video shoots
- Location shoots
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Nutbourne station, about 3.1 miles south.
Before you book anyone
- How many hours the van serves
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- VAT, if it applies
- What the price includes, item by item
Crew catering near Walderton
Walderton is about 5 miles east of Havant, in West Sussex. Bookings in Walderton come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We take the van to all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 22 miles away.
Walderton is roughly 54 miles from central London. Among the historic houses close to Walderton are Uppark (4.3 miles north) and West Dean House (4.7 miles east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Walderton, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
Shoots anywhere in PO18 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Lordington (1 mile south-west), Racton (1 mile south-west), Funtington (2 miles south-east), Hambrook (2 miles south) and West Ashling (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (11 miles south-east), Chichester (6 miles south-east), Selsey (12 miles south), Emsworth (4 miles south-west), Portfield (6 miles south-east) and Yapton (13 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Havant War Memorial Hospital (5.3 miles south-west) and Warblington Castle (4.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Walderton include Walderton Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The length of service
- Distance and any road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
- The day of the week
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The address or venue name
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Walderton: your questions answered
How far is Walderton from London?
About 54 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van park in Stansted Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What if lunch moves?
We can. Tell us the lunch time and a contact on the day, and we will work around changes where we can.
What’s on the menu?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do you cater wrap parties?
We do. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
Do you do anything other than fish?
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.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
The process
We don’t cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. Daylight is short on winter shoots near Walderton: sunset is about 4:00pm, so lunch at base is often in daylight but a wrap meal is not.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Share the timings for the day
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
- 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