Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering in Lychpit
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for the crew in Lychpit.
- Location shoots
- Period dramas on location
- Music video shoots
Film set catering for Lychpit events
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
For a crew lunch people will remember, a chip van is hard to beat in Lychpit. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book our van in Lychpit
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Something for crew to gather round
- A clear quote before booking
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Film set catering in Lychpit, fried fresh
A van can get a crew fed quickly within the lunch break, with no kitchen needed on site. Typical bookings include seaside and period locations and outside broadcasts, with haddock and chips, pie and chips and mushy peas.
For a shoot in a place like Lychpit, tracks and soft ground need checking with locations. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
How the day works
Because we cook inside the van, rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Sunset in Lychpit is about 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- 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
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we will quote on that. To start, use our quote form.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Lychpit
Could you trade in Eastrop Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first.
Is Lychpit 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.
Can you park at the unit base?
Yes, on level ground at base.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is usually simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Lychpit?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for crew.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Perfect for your shoot in Lychpit
It’s quick to serve within a lunch break.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Unit base lunches
- Period dramas on location
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Fashion shoots on location
For cast and crew travelling by train, the closest railway station is Basingstoke station, roughly 1.6 miles west of the centre.
Questions to ask before you book
- How allergens are handled
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether there’s a minimum
- What happens if plans change
Crew catering near Lychpit
Lychpit is about 2 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We cover Lychpit as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We serve all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Lychpit to Reading (13 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Lychpit are The Vyne (3 miles north-west). Period locations like these typically keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Lychpit is about 44 miles from central London.
For shoots in RG24, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Local streets include Park Lane, Crown Lane and Manor Lane; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Other places close to Lychpit we cover include Old Basing (1 mile east), Eastrop (1 mile west), Chineham (1 mile north), Oakridge (2 miles west) and Mapledurwell (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Farnborough (12 miles east), Fleet (9 miles east), Aldershot (13 miles east), Alton (9 miles south), Yateley (11 miles north-east) and Tadley (7 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (2.6 miles west) and Basing House (under half a mile south). The countryside around Lychpit includes Farleigh Hill and The Mill Field.
- Nearby schools include The Costello School (1.3 miles south-west) and The Costello School (1.3 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Crown Public House (less than half a mile east)
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:
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- A clear route to base
- Room for the crew to queue
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Cod, haddock or both
- The number of meals
- Service time
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
There is 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. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Your date and serving time
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Make sure we can reach locations on the day
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
We clear up quickly after lunch.
A dining area at base helps.
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Lychpit? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
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Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
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.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
- 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