Hampshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Upper Farringdon, Hampshire
Treat your crew to fresh fish and chips at your shoot in Upper Farringdon. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Music video shoots
- Location shoots
- Seaside shoots
A chip van near Upper Farringdon
Planning a shoot in Upper Farringdon
Upper Farringdon is about 3 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. For a shoot in Upper Farringdon, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We take the van to 683 places across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 20 miles away.
Historic houses near Upper Farringdon include Bentworth Hall (3.9 miles north-west) and Hall Place (4.3 miles north-west). Period locations like these usually keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Crew coming by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Alton station, about 2.8 miles north. Upper Farringdon is within about 8 miles of the South Downs National Park, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
Shoots anywhere in GU34 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many crew. From Church Road, Crows Lane and Gaston Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. For shoots just outside Upper Farringdon, we cover Farringdon (1 mile south-west), Lower Farringdon (1 mile west), Chawton (2 miles north), Hartley Mauditt (2 miles east) and Alton (3 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Winchester (15 miles west), Fleet (13 miles north-east), Horndean (14 miles south), Aldershot (13 miles north-east) and Petersfield (8 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include The Romany Museum (2.1 miles south-east) and Alton Community Hospital (1.9 miles north). Open spaces near Upper Farringdon include Selborne Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find Rose and Crown Inn (under half a mile south)
About our film set catering in Upper Farringdon
We work with your location manager or production office on access, parking and timings. We are frequently asked to cater music video shoots and lunch at the unit base, with haddock and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips.
Rural locations near Upper Farringdon can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A full location catering unit suits long shoots with three meals a day. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
Why book our van in Upper Farringdon
- We cover Upper Farringdon and the whole of Hampshire
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A clear quote before booking
Occasions we serve in Upper Farringdon
Productions book a chip van because crews love it, especially on long shoots.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Live events and broadcasts
- End-of-shoot parties
- Shoots on location
- Commercials and music videos
Upper Farringdon is about 47 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Before you book anyone
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for each item
- Whether travel is included
- Any minimum charge
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- 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
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
Upper Farringdon questions
How far is Upper Farringdon from London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is Upper Farringdon too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for crew.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is usually simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
Step by step
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. In December, daylight in Upper Farringdon ends around 4:00pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:20pm.
- We start with the location, call times and crew numbers.
- You get an access check and a quote.
- We arrange the van’s spot at the unit base with locations.
- We cook to order through the crew’s lunch break.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Agree how the base is left
- Have a back-up for special diets
Lunch is planned around the call sheet, with a contact for changes.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
Also near Upper Farringdon
What else we do in Upper Farringdon
Food your guests will love
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
For event organisers in Upper Farringdon
Organising a club, school or community event in Upper Farringdon? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. 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? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. 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