Oxfordshire · England
Film Set Catering in Charlton-on-Otmoor
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for the crew in Charlton-on-Otmoor.
- Event crews
- Lunch at the unit base
- Ad shoots
A chip van near Charlton-on-Otmoor
Events we cater in Charlton-on-Otmoor
Productions book a chip van because crews love it.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Charlton-on-Otmoor, people book us for occasions like:
- Outside broadcasts
- Location shoots
- Treat days on a long shoot
- End-of-shoot parties
For cast and crew travelling by train, Islip station is about 2.3 miles away.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Whether there’s a minimum
- Whether VAT is included
- A clear list of what’s included
How our film set catering works in Charlton-on-Otmoor
Locations and the production office can deal with us directly. Whether it is wrap celebrations and seaside and period locations, we can cook sausage and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips.
Rural locations near Charlton-on-Otmoor can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Location
- Charlton-on-Otmoor (OX5)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Agree how the base is left
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Name a contact in the production office
Used oil leaves with the van.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
Shooting in Charlton-on-Otmoor: unit bases and access
Charlton-on-Otmoor is about 5 miles south of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Give us the address of your shoot in Charlton-on-Otmoor, and we will plan access and set-up. Charlton-on-Otmoor is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 6 miles away.
Within reach of Charlton-on-Otmoor are historic houses such as Boarstall Tower (4 miles east). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. Charlton-on-Otmoor is about 52 miles from central London.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX5, and we can serve your shoot anywhere in it. Local streets include High Street, Blacksmiths Lane and Church Lane; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. If your venue is just outside Charlton-on-Otmoor, we also cover Fencott (1 mile east), Murcott (1 mile east), Merton (1 mile north-east), Wendlebury (2 miles north) and Horton-cum-Studley (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (6 miles south), Bicester (5 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south), Witney (13 miles west), Thame (11 miles south-east) and Kidlington (4 miles west).
A little further out are Bicester Community Hospital (4.2 miles north) and Bicester Avenue (3.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Graven Hill and Otmoor RSPB reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Crown pub (within half a mile east)
DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
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.
Planning the van’s spot
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Room for the crew to queue
- Clear of the shot and sound
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Charlton-on-Otmoor
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
How it works
Serving is straightforward: everything is handed over hot from the hatch. Afterwards we pack up. Light in Charlton-on-Otmoor lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- First, tell us about your shoot.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can use our quote form.
Planning help
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Working with your venue
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
A chip van compared with other options
Some locations have nowhere to buy food. The van solves that. 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.
Why book with us
- A clear quote before you book
- Bookings across Oxfordshire, including Charlton-on-Otmoor
- Quick service from the hatch
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Places near Charlton-on-Otmoor
Other occasions in Charlton-on-Otmoor
Common questions in Charlton-on-Otmoor
Is Charlton-on-Otmoor close to London?
Roughly 52 miles from the centre of London.
Which station is closest to Charlton-on-Otmoor?
Islip station, about 2.3 miles west of the centre.
Do you cater wrap parties?
Yes, it is a popular wrap. Tell us the details.
What happens if it rains?
The weather does not stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, Oxfordshire included. See all areas.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for crew are worth planning.
Can you feed supporting artists too?
Of course. Just tell us who counts.
- 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