Buckinghamshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Drayton Beauchamp, Buckinghamshire
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Drayton Beauchamp and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- End-of-shoot parties
- Shoots on location
- Crew lunches at base
Film set catering in Drayton Beauchamp
About our film set catering in Drayton Beauchamp
A chip van is a popular crew treat on a long shoot. We are frequently asked to cater crew treats on long shoot days and outside broadcasts, with sausage and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips.
For a shoot in a place like Drayton Beauchamp, tracks and soft ground need checking with locations. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
- Area
- Drayton Beauchamp (HP22, HP23)
- Area hub
- Buckinghamshire
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
How the day works
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. Daylight is short on winter shoots near Drayton Beauchamp: sunset is about 3:55pm.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Planning help
Common questions in Drayton Beauchamp
Is Drayton Beauchamp too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Drayton Beauchamp?
The closest is Tring station, roughly 3 miles away.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, Buckinghamshire included. Find your area.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Where does the van go on location?
Normally, with a level spot. We’ll agree the spot with your location manager.
Can you feed visitors on set?
Yes, include them in numbers. Confirm numbers the day before.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for crew are worth planning.
Perfect for your shoot in Drayton Beauchamp
It’s self-contained, just a spot at the unit base.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Period dramas on location
- Event crews
- End-of-shoot parties
- Photo shoots
Drayton Beauchamp is roughly 33 miles from central London.
Comparing caterers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- A clear list of what’s included
- When final numbers are due
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
For a crew treat, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Drayton Beauchamp. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- A clear quote before you book
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Events in Drayton Beauchamp and across Buckinghamshire
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Put allergy details in writing
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
We clear up quickly after lunch.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
Shooting in Drayton Beauchamp: unit bases and access
Drayton Beauchamp is in Buckinghamshire. Whether your shoot is in the middle of Drayton Beauchamp or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Drayton Beauchamp is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Drayton Beauchamp to Milton Keynes (about 17 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, Tring station, about 3 miles east, is the nearest station. Nearby historic houses include Cholesbury Manor House (3.6 miles south-east). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. Drayton Beauchamp is within about 4 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Wherever your shoot is in HP22 and HP23, we can fry fresh for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Green Path and The Holloway, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (5 miles west), High Wycombe (12 miles south), Chesham (7 miles south-east), Amersham (9 miles south-east), Beaconsfield (13 miles south) and Chalfont St Peter (15 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Hawridge Court (4.9 miles south-east) and Trenchard Museum (2 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Dancersend and Pavis Wood.
- Nearby schools include Tring School (1.7 miles east)
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
What comes out of the fryer
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
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Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The menu and how many choices
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- The date and time of year
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the van would park
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- Permission for the van at base
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- 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