Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Totford, Hampshire
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for the crew makes the food a highlight of your shoot in Totford.
- Location shoots
- Crew lunches at base
- Event crews
Film set catering for Totford events
Who books film set catering in Totford?
Service is quick from the hatch with a short menu.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Totford and Hampshire:
- Wrap celebrations
- Live events and broadcasts
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Unit base lunches
Totford is about 53 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What to look for in a quote
- How allergens are handled
- Any minimum charge
- Whether travel is included
- How late numbers can change
How our film set catering works in Totford
Food is fried to order, so lunch is hot and fresh. Whether it is seaside shoots and location shoots, we’ll put together a menu of pie and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips.
Rural locations near Totford can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
About the food
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
More for events in Totford
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Step by step
The first sign we’ve arrived is normally the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. On a winter shoot near Totford, the light goes by about 4:00pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. In summer, light lasts until about 9:25pm.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Have a level parking spot ready
How to get a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Totford, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Planning help
Planning the van’s spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A queue area clear of trucks
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- The location’s agreement
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Service time
- How easy the site is to reach
- The day of the week
- Distance and any road charges
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Where the event is
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Confirm numbers the day before
We arrive at base in good time and set up.
A chip van wrap party is a great way to finish a shoot.
Planning a shoot in Totford
Totford is about 8 miles north-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. Across the SO24 area, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. Totford is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 18 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, the closest railway station is Micheldever station, roughly 4.5 miles north-west of the centre.
Wherever your shoot is in SO24, we can fry fresh for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. For shoots just outside Totford, we cover Northington (1 mile south-west), Brown Candover (1 mile north-east), Old Alresford (3 miles south-east), Preston Candover (3 miles north-east) and Bighton (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (10 miles north), Winchester (8 miles south-west), Eastleigh (14 miles south-west), Andover (14 miles west), Chandler's Ford (14 miles south-west) and Alton (9 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Barton Castle (3 miles east).
- Local pubs include The Woolpack Inn (within half a mile north-west)
Totford questions
Which station is closest to Totford?
The closest is Micheldever station, roughly 4.5 miles away.
How far is Totford from London?
Roughly 53 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Where does the van go on location?
Yes, wherever locations agree.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before booking.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan service around it.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Can you feed visitors on set?
Of course. Let us know total numbers.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Ordering takeaway to a location is unreliable. The van cooks on site. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Events in Totford and across Hampshire
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
- 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