Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Woolmer, Hampshire
Film set catering in Woolmer: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Period dramas on location
- Live events and broadcasts
- Unit base lunches
Film set catering in Woolmer
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Plan an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
We clear up quickly after lunch.
Bins at base keep the location clean.
Film set catering in Woolmer, fried fresh
A chip van is a popular crew treat on a long shoot. Typical bookings include event crews and photo shoots, with haddock and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips.
For a shoot in a place like Woolmer, tracks and soft ground need checking. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
A chip van compared with other options
Some locations have nowhere to buy food. A van brings lunch to base. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A quote that spells everything out
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- We cover Woolmer and the whole of Hampshire
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
How the day works
Changes on the day are fine: we will adjust start times and pace. Light in Woolmer lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Make sure the van can get in
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Your choice of menu
- How easy the site is to reach
- The minimum booking
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- The address or venue name
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Towns and villages near Woolmer
Also in Woolmer
Perfect for your shoot in Woolmer
It’s quick to serve within a lunch break with a short menu.
In Woolmer and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Event crews
- Lunch at the unit base
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Stills shoots
Central London is about 44 miles from Woolmer.
Comparing caterers
- How much space the van takes up
- When final numbers are due
- How allergens are handled
- The service time, and the cost of running over
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Woolmer
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 will follow the site rules.
How far is Woolmer from London?
About 44 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Woolmer for film and TV crews
Woolmer is about 2 miles south of Bordon, in Hampshire. Wherever your shoot is in the GU33 area, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. We serve all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 17 miles away.
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Liss station, about 2.8 miles south. Woolmer is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park, so check vehicle rules with locations.
For shoots in GU33, we just need to know where the van can park. We can serve a shoot on streets such as Benhams Lane and Petersfield Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Other places close to Woolmer we cover include Greatham (1 mile south), Blackmoor (1 mile north-west), Longmoor (1 mile south-east), Weavers Down (2 miles east) and Liss Forest (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Farnborough (15 miles north), Fleet (13 miles north), Horndean (13 miles south-west), Aldershot (12 miles north-east), Alton (6 miles north-west) and Waterlooville (15 miles south-west).
A little further out are Chase Community Hospital (1.7 miles north-east) and The Romany Museum (2.8 miles west). The countryside around Woolmer includes Deadwater Valley and Selborne Hill.
- Nearby schools include Mill Chase Academy (2.4 miles north-east)
Planning the van’s spot
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- Room for the crew to queue
- Clear of the shot and sound
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- 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