Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Egypt, Hampshire
Bring the chip shop to your shoot in Egypt. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Fashion shoots on location
- Period dramas on location
Film set catering for Egypt events
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. Larger groups usually cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why Egypt hosts choose us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No surprises in your quote
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Egypt
- Quick service from the hatch
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
Film set catering in Egypt, cooked to order
A van can get a crew fed quickly within the lunch break, without needing a kitchen on location. We serve cod and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips, and we are often booked for wrap parties and lunch at the unit base.
For a shoot in a place like Egypt, tracks and soft ground need checking. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
Other occasions in Egypt
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
FAQs for Egypt
Is Egypt 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.
What’s the nearest station to Egypt?
Micheldever station, about 3.5 miles north-east of the centre.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac crew when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
What do you bring?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Egypt?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
What’s on the menu?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Where does the van go on location?
Yes, on level ground at base; we’ll check the route.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for crew are worth planning.
Shooting in Egypt: unit bases and access
Egypt is about 7 miles north of Winchester, in Hampshire. People in Egypt book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 17 miles away.
Central London is about 58 miles from Egypt, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Anywhere in SO21, we can bring the van to you. Your shoot could be at a house on Alexandria Road and Stockbridge Road East or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Sutton Scotney (1 mile south-west), Hunton (1 mile east), Stoke Charity (1 mile south-east), Barton Stacey (2 miles north-west) and South Wonston (3 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (12 miles north-east), Winchester (7 miles south), Eastleigh (13 miles south), Andover (7 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (12 miles south) and Alton (15 miles east).
- Pubs nearby include Coach And Horses pub (0.5 miles south-west)
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Send final numbers the day before
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
Tell us if supporting artists are eating.
Plan bins at the unit base.
The process
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss. Light in Egypt lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- 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.
- We cook to order on the day for the crew.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Ensure the van can get in
Ask for a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
Related guides
What affects the price in Egypt
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Your choice of menu
- How many people are eating
- Distance and any road charges
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
The more we know about your shoot, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The venue or postcode
- Your date and serving time
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Egypt, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Events we cater in Egypt
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re often booked for:
- End-of-shoot parties
- Ad shoots
- Crew morale days
- Crew lunches at base
For cast and crew travelling by train, Micheldever station, about 3.5 miles north-east, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- The deposit and payment dates
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Any travel, parking or access charges
For planners, venues and organisers
Organising a club, school or community event in Egypt? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
- 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