Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Farnborough, Hampshire
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Farnborough and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- Stills shoots
- Commercials and music videos
- Wrap celebrations
Film set catering in Farnborough
Film set catering in Farnborough, fried fresh
Location shoots, commercials and wrap parties all suit a chip van. Typical bookings include unit base lunches and shoots on location, with mushy peas, cod and chips and pie and chips.
For a shoot in Farnborough, tell us where base is and how to reach it. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
Should I sort the food myself?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Farnborough
Which station is closest to Farnborough?
The closest is Farnborough Main station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
Is Farnborough close to London?
Roughly 32 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you do wrap parties?
Yes, and crews love it. Tell us the details.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we will explain the options.
Can you work to the call sheet?
Yes. Tell us the lunch time and a contact on the day, and we’ll adjust where possible.
Planners, venues and businesses
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
What happens on the day
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Sunset in Farnborough is about 8:55pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- We check access and send a quote.
- We arrange the van’s spot at the unit base with locations.
- We cook to order through the crew’s lunch break.
- Afterwards we pack up and leave the unit base clean.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Ordering takeaway to a location is unreliable. A van cooks at the unit base. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book with us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- No surprises in your quote
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Farnborough
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- The location’s agreement
- Light near the van if needed
- Access checked by locations
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Farnborough
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
Planning a shoot in Farnborough
Farnborough is about 31 miles south-west of City of Westminster, in Hampshire. Give us the address of your shoot in Farnborough, and we will plan the route and the parking spot. Farnborough is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 9 miles away.
The A325 and A327 give trucks and the van a straightforward route to Farnborough. Farnborough is about 32 miles from central London.
This part of Hampshire takes in GU14, GU11 and GU17. Whether your shoot is on Wallis Square, Church Road West and Longleat Square or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. With the A325 and A327 close by, Farnborough is simple for us to get to with the van. Other places close to Farnborough we cover include Cove (1 mile west), North Camp (1 mile south-east), Southwood (1 mile west), Mytchett (2 miles east) and Ash Vale (3 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (15 miles west), Fleet (3 miles south-west), Alton (13 miles south-west), Yateley (4 miles north-west), Bordon (13 miles south) and Hook (8 miles west). As one of the bigger places in Hampshire, Farnborough has lots of places where the van can park.
Nearby you will also find Frimley Park Hospital (2 miles north-east) and Hart Shopping Centre (3.3 miles west). The countryside around Farnborough includes Aunt's Pool and Ball Hill.
- Local schools include Cove School (0.6 miles north-west) and Henry Tyndale School (1.1 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Tilly Shilling pub (within half a mile east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include National Aerospace Library (0.8 miles south-east)
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How easy the site is to reach
- The menu and how many choices
- The number of meals
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What we need to know
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Your date and serving time
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Perfect for your shoot in Farnborough
Productions book a chip van because crews love it, especially on long shoots.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Farnborough book the van for events such as:
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Ad shoots
- Lunch at the unit base
- Location shoots
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Farnborough Main station, about 0.5 miles east, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- How much space the van takes up
- The deadline for final numbers
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- A clear list of what’s included
Places near Farnborough
What else we do in Farnborough
- 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