Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Stroud, Hampshire
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for the crew in Stroud and across Hampshire.
- Outside broadcasts
- Ad shoots
- Shoots on location
Film set catering in Stroud
Film set catering in Stroud, fried fresh
We work with your location manager or production office on access, parking and timings. Typical bookings include live events and broadcasts and photo shoots, with pie and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas.
Near Stroud, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so a van at base is a big help. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Numbers
- Access and parking
- Any minimum charge
- The menu and how many choices
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and time of the event
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The address or venue name
- Roughly how many people, including children
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Who books film set catering in Stroud?
Productions book a chip van because crews love it, especially on long shoots.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Wrap celebrations
- Crew morale days
- Photo shoots
- Period dramas on location
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Petersfield station, about 1.3 miles east.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- How much space the van takes up
- Whether travel is included
- The cancellation terms
What happens on the day
Here’s how the day usually runs: we arrive, park up and set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot at the agreed time. Light in Stroud lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Plan where the queue will stand
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
FAQs for Stroud
Is Stroud too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a picture if you can.
Can the van come to our wrap?
Yes, and crews love it. Send us the date and place.
What paperwork do you provide?
Productions vary, so ask your production office for the list.
Where does the van go on location?
Usually, if there’s level, firm ground. We will agree the spot with your location manager.
Can you cater for allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Stroud.
Places near Stroud
Other occasions in Stroud
Shooting in Stroud: unit bases and access
Stroud is about 2 miles west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. People in Stroud book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 19 miles away.
Central London is about 51 miles from Stroud, within easy reach for London-based crews. Stroud is within about 2 miles of the South Downs National Park, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
We cover shoots in every part of the GU32 postcode area. Whether your shoot is on Winchester Road, Stroudfields and Ramsdean Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. For shoots just outside Stroud, we cover Langrish (1 mile west), Petersfield (2 miles east), Froxfield Green (2 miles north-west), Steep (2 miles north-east) and High Cross (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (15 miles west), Havant (10 miles south), Fareham (15 miles south-west), Horndean (7 miles south), Alton (10 miles north) and Waterlooville (9 miles south).
A little further out are Petersfield Community Hospital (1.3 miles east) and Clanfield Earthwork (4.2 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Liss Riverside Railway Walk South and Pidham Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Petersfield School (1.4 miles east) and Morton House School (1.4 miles east)
- Local pubs include Seven Stars pub (under half a mile south-east)
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:
- Clear of the shot and sound
- A clear route to base
- Permission for the van at base
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
A chip van compared with other options
For a crew lunch people will remember, a fish and chip van is a great choice. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book our van in Stroud
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Something for crew to gather round
- Classic food your crew already know
- A clear quote before booking
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Confirm numbers the day before
We work to the lunch time on the call sheet, with a contact for changes.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
- 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