Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Old Alresford, Hampshire
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for the crew in Old Alresford and across Hampshire.
- Location filming
- Music video shoots
- Period dramas on location
Film set catering in Old Alresford
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Long shoots generally need a full catering unit. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. 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.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Old Alresford
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A van that becomes part of the event
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
How our film set catering works in Old Alresford
A van can get a crew fed quickly within the lunch break, without needing a kitchen on location. Whether it is location filming and wrap parties, we can cook cod and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips for your guests.
Near Old Alresford, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so a van at base is a big help. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the service time and the menu.
Places near Old Alresford
Other occasions in Old Alresford
Who books film set catering in Old Alresford?
It needs no kitchen on location, just a spot at the unit base.
Whatever the occasion in Old Alresford, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re frequently booked for:
- Lunch at the unit base
- Location filming
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Live events and broadcasts
Old Alresford is about 54 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How much space the van takes up
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- When payment is due
Step by step
On the day, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we are hot, we cook to order, timed around your shoot. Light in Old Alresford lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for the crew.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Old Alresford, and we will check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Location catering around Old Alresford
Old Alresford is about 7 miles north-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Old Alresford. Old Alresford is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 16 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Old Alresford are Hinton Ampner House (4.1 miles south). Period locations like these generally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Anywhere in SO24, we can fry fresh for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Kiln Lane, Colden Lane and The Brook; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Close by, we cover shoots in Bighton (1 mile east), Northington (2 miles north-west), Totford (3 miles north-west), Brown Candover (3 miles north) and Upper Wield (4 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (11 miles north), Winchester (7 miles south-west), Eastleigh (12 miles south-west), Horndean (15 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (13 miles south-west) and Alton (9 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Barton Castle (3.1 miles north-east).
- Local pubs include The Globe Inn (0.7 miles south)
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
FAQs for Old Alresford
Do you come out to small places like Old Alresford?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Old Alresford from London?
Roughly 54 miles from the centre of London.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes, include them in numbers. Tell us the day before.
Can you park at the unit base?
Normally, with a level spot. Locations will decide where.
Do you take everything away?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Can you work to the call sheet?
We expect changes. Keep us updated and we will adapt.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is typically simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
What the van needs
We’ll be honest if a spot won’t work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Clear of the shot and sound
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- Access checked by locations
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
For event organisers in Old Alresford
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Organising a club, school or community event in Old Alresford? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Confirm allergies by email
- Share the base location and route
Fewer choices mean faster service.
Bins at base keep the location clean.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
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 cooks in front of your crew instead.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and 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