Oxfordshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Middleton Stoney, Oxfordshire
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for the crew makes the food a highlight of your shoot in Middleton Stoney.
- Commercials and music videos
- Period dramas on location
- Photo shoots
Film set catering in Middleton Stoney
How the day works
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it is needed. Winter shoots near Middleton Stoney chase the light, which goes at about 3:55pm in December.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Name one person we can call on the day
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
How our film set catering works in Middleton Stoney
We need a level, firm spot at base, and a clear route in. We serve sausage and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips, and we are often booked for treat days on a long shoot and wrap parties.
Rural locations near Middleton Stoney can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Location
- Middleton Stoney (OX25)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Also near Middleton Stoney
What else we do in Middleton Stoney
Before you choose a spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- Light near the van if needed
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Allergies and dietary needs
Most events have a few crew with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Ensure we can reach locations on the day
- Flag any coeliac crew
Used oil leaves with the van.
A gazebo by the van keeps the line dry.
Middleton Stoney: your questions answered
Is Middleton Stoney close to London?
Roughly 56 miles from the centre of London.
Do you come out to small places like Middleton Stoney?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we will say what we need.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes. Just tell us who counts.
Which areas do you serve?
We take the van across London and the South East, Oxfordshire included. Find your area.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What affects the price in Middleton Stoney
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The length of service
- The date and time of year
- The minimum booking
- How many people are eating
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Where the event is
- Your date and serving time
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Roughly how many people, including children
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
For a crew treat, a fish and chip van is a great choice. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Why Middleton Stoney hosts choose us
- A clear quote before you book
- Events in Middleton Stoney and across Oxfordshire
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Rain does not stop the fryers
See our prices page or the cost guide.
Working with your venue
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
About the food
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Planning a shoot in Middleton Stoney
Middleton Stoney is about 3 miles west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Tell us where your shoot in Middleton Stoney will be, and we will plan the route and the parking spot before the day. We take the van to 443 places in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 11 miles away.
Central London is about 56 miles from Middleton Stoney, within easy reach for London-based crews.
We serve shoots across the OX25 postcode area. Local streets include Heyford Road, Park Close and Ardley Road; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Caulcott (2 miles west), Upper Heyford (2 miles north-west), Ardley (2 miles north), Fewcott (3 miles north) and Lower Heyford (3 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Oxford (11 miles south), Banbury (12 miles north-west), Bicester (3 miles east), Witney (14 miles south-west), Kidlington (7 miles south-west) and Headington Quarry (10 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Bicester Community Hospital (3 miles east) and Bicester Avenue (3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Graven Hill and Woodsides Meadow.
- 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