Buckinghamshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Chesham, Buckinghamshire
Looking for a fish and chip van for the crew in Chesham? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Location filming
- Wrap celebrations
- Crew morale days
Film set catering in Chesham
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
How our film set catering works in Chesham
Seaside and period locations suit a fish and chip van perfectly. For shoots on location and music video shoots, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips for your guests.
Shoots in Chesham frequently base in car parks. The van suits any of them. You’ll know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Chesham (HP5)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Towns and villages near Chesham
What else we do in Chesham
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Send final numbers the day before
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Agree the waste plan with locations
We work to the lunch time on the call sheet, and a contact keeps us updated.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The number of meals
- Service time
- Access and parking
- The day of the week
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A photo of the space and the way in
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A clear route to base
- Room for the crew to queue
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
Why choose film set catering in Chesham?
It is ideal for short jobs.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Seaside shoots
- Music video shoots
- Live events and broadcasts
- Location filming
Central London is about 27 miles from Chesham, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Before you book anyone
- How much space the van takes up
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether there is a minimum
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Planning a shoot in Chesham
Chesham is in Buckinghamshire. We serve shoots at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Chesham and nearby villages. We serve all 263 towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Milton Keynes, about 23 miles away.
With the A416 and B485 nearby, Chesham is easy for the van and the trucks to reach. Historic houses near Chesham include Cholesbury Manor House (3.5 miles north-west) and Chenies Manor House (4.3 miles south-east). Period locations like these usually keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Chesham, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
Anywhere in HP5, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your shoot could be at a house on High Street, Station Road and Sunnyside Road or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Being close to the A416 and B485, Chesham is easy for us to reach. For shoots just outside Chesham, we cover Pond Park (1 mile north), Chartridge (2 miles north-west), Hundridge (2 miles west), Asheridge (2 miles north-west) and Bellingdon (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (11 miles north-west), High Wycombe (8 miles south-west), Marlow (12 miles south-west), Amersham (3 miles south), Beaconsfield (7 miles south) and Chalfont St Peter (8 miles south). Chesham is among the bigger towns we cover in Buckinghamshire, with plenty of venues for shoots.
Nearby you’ll also find Amersham Hospital (3.4 miles south) and Hawridge Court (2.2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Sands Bank.
- Schools near Chesham include Chiltern Hills Academy (0.5 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Jolly Sportsman pub (within half a mile east)
How the day works
We need a level, firm place to park the van, close to where people will eat, which we agree with you beforehand. Light in Chesham lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- You get an access check and a quote.
- We agree the van’s position and arrival with the location manager.
- We serve hot from the hatch when lunch is called.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Chesham? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Chesham questions
Can the van go to venues in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is Chesham close to London?
Roughly 27 miles from the centre of London.
Where does the van go on location?
Normally, with a level spot. Locations will decide where.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will tell you what’s in each item.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Do you do wrap parties?
Yes, and crews love it. Send us the date and place.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
- 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