Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Cufaude, Hampshire
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Cufaude and across Hampshire.
- Location shoots
- Live events and broadcasts
- End-of-shoot parties
A chip van near Cufaude
Step by step
The van turns up at the agreed time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts right on schedule. On a winter shoot near Cufaude, the light goes by about 4:00pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:25pm.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Let us know the serving time
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Cufaude? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
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Film set catering for your shoot in Cufaude
We work with your location manager or production office on access, parking and timings. On the menu are pie and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips, and we’re frequently booked for outside broadcasts and treat days on a long shoot.
Near Cufaude, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
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. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Long shoots usually need a full catering unit. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. There’s 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 Cufaude hosts choose us
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A van that becomes part of the event
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Planning a shoot in Cufaude
Cufaude is about 4 miles north-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We take a fish and chip van for the crew to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Cufaude. We serve all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Cufaude to Reading (about 10 miles away).
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Bramley (Hants) station, about 1.3 miles north. Cufaude is roughly 44 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
This part of Hampshire takes in RG26. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Bramley (1 mile north), Bramley Green (1 mile north-east), Church End (2 miles east), Sherfield on Loddon (2 miles east) and Three Ashes (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (4 miles south-west), Farnborough (13 miles east), Fleet (10 miles east), Aldershot (14 miles east), Alton (12 miles south) and Yateley (10 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Basing House (3.1 miles south) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (2.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Daneshill Park Woods.
- Schools near Cufaude include Everest Community Academy (2.2 miles south-west)
Where the van can park in Cufaude
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Room for the crew to queue
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- Light near the van if needed
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Agree how the base is left
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Put allergy details in writing
We arrive at base in good time and set up.
A chip van wrap party is a great way to finish a shoot.
Who books film set catering in Cufaude?
It lifts the crew.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Fashion shoots on location
- Wrap parties
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Lunch at the unit base
Among the historic houses close to Cufaude are The Vyne (0.9 miles west) and Stratfield Saye House (4 miles north-east). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- VAT, if it applies
Towns and villages near Cufaude
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Common questions in Cufaude
How far is Cufaude from London?
About 44 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Cufaude?
The closest is Bramley (Hants) station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Can the van park on grass?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What a fish and chip van costs
We’ll give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Cod, haddock or both
- Whether a minimum applies
- How many people are eating
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Anything awkward about the way in
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.
- 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