Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Farringdon, Hampshire
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Farringdon and across Hampshire.
- Music video shoots
- Stills shoots
- Event crews
A chip van near Farringdon
How our film set catering works in Farringdon
We cater location shoots, unit bases, commercials, music videos and wrap parties. On the menu are haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips, and we’re frequently booked for end-of-shoot parties and live events and broadcasts.
Near Farringdon, check tracks and ground for the van. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
What happens on the day
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Sunset in Farringdon 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.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Make sure the van can get in
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Questions from Farringdon
How far is Farringdon from London?
About 47 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Farringdon?
The closest is Alton station, roughly 3 miles away.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Farringdon.
Where does the van go on location?
Generally, if there is level, firm ground. We will agree the spot with your location manager.
Do we need to provide anything?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
Do you have documents for productions?
Send us your supplier requirements.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Farringdon?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you come to Farringdon?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Farringdon and across Hampshire. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
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Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
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.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
About the food
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Send final numbers the day before
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
Used oil leaves with the van.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
- The date and time of year
- The number of meals
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Your date and serving time
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The address or venue name
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Working with your venue
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Farringdon for film and TV crews
Farringdon is about 3 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. Bookings in Farringdon come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Farringdon is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 20 miles away.
Within reach of Farringdon are historic houses such as Bentworth Hall (3.7 miles north-west) and Hall Place (4.2 miles north-west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. Central London is about 47 miles from Farringdon, within easy reach for London-based crews. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Farringdon, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Wherever your shoot is in GU34, we can fry fresh for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your shoot could be at a house on Hall Lane, Crows Lane and Gaston Lane or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Farringdon we cover include Upper Farringdon (1 mile north-east), Lower Farringdon (1 mile west), Chawton (2 miles north), Hartley Mauditt (2 miles east) and Alton (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Winchester (15 miles west), Fleet (13 miles north-east), Horndean (14 miles south), Aldershot (14 miles north-east) and Petersfield (8 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find The Romany Museum (2.3 miles south-east) and Alton Community Hospital (2 miles north). The countryside around Farringdon includes Selborne Hill.
- Local pubs include Rose and Crown Inn (within half a mile east)
Who books film set catering in Farringdon?
It is ideal for short jobs.
These are some of the bookings we take in Farringdon and Hampshire:
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- End-of-shoot parties
- Unit base lunches
- Stills shoots
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Alton station, about 3 miles north.
What to look for in a quote
- The van’s size and access needs
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- If the price includes VAT
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Many locations are miles from shops. A van brings lunch to base. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why us?
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Events in Farringdon and across Hampshire
- Something for crew to gather round
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
- 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