Oxfordshire · England
Film Set Catering for Marcham events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Marcham and across Oxfordshire.
- End-of-shoot parties
- Commercials and music videos
- Period dramas on location
Book the van in Marcham
About our film set catering in Marcham
On a long job, a chip van day is a morale boost. We’re often asked to cater wrap celebrations and shoots on location, with pie and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
For a location shoot near Marcham, base might be in a field or farmyard, so ground conditions matter. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
- Area
- Marcham (OX13)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Nearby places to Marcham
Also in Marcham
Planning a shoot in Marcham
Marcham is about 3 miles west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Wherever your shoot is in the OX13 area, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. We cover 443 places in Oxfordshire. Our bookings stretch from Marcham to Oxford (7 miles away).
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Radley station is about 4.4 miles away. Central London is about 55 miles from Marcham.
For shoots in OX13, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Whether your shoot is on Haines Court, Orchard Way and Elwes Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Frilford (1 mile west), Frilford Heath (1 mile north-west), Cothill (2 miles north), Tubney (2 miles north-west) and Shippon (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Oxford (7 miles north-east), Didcot (6 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles east), Witney (10 miles north-west), Carterton (13 miles north-west) and Wantage (6 miles south-west).
A little further out are Abingdon Community Hospital (1.7 miles east) and FitzHarris Castle (2.5 miles east). Open spaces near Marcham include Hitchcopse Pit and Cumnor Hill.
- Nearby schools include Larkmead School (1.8 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Crown Public House (under half a mile south-west)
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a crew treat, a fish and chip van is a great choice. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Marcham hosts choose us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Classic food your crew already know
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
We will give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Distance and any road charges
- Access and parking
- How many people are eating
- The minimum booking
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where the van would park
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The venue or postcode
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Still finalising the details? No problem: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we’ll quote on that. To start, use our quote form.
Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Room for the crew to queue
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
Who books film set catering in Marcham?
Crews love a chip van day, especially on long shoots.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Ad shoots
- Lunch at the unit base
- Event crews
- Fashion shoots on location
Among the historic houses close to Marcham are Appleton Manor (3 miles north) and Longworth House (4.8 miles west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
Before booking anyone
- How allergens are handled
- If the price includes VAT
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- A clear list of what’s included
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Marcham
Which station is closest to Marcham?
Radley station, about 4.4 miles east of the centre.
How far is Marcham from London?
About 55 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for crew are worth planning.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your crew, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
What can crew choose from?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will tell you what we can offer.
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
The menu, dish by dish
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
How the day works
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot at the agreed time. In December, daylight in Marcham ends around 3:55pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:25pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Have a level parking spot ready
Get a quote
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.
Read more
- 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