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Film Set Catering for Upper Wield events
Film set catering in Upper Wield: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Crew lunches at base
- Location shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
Planning an event in Upper Wield?
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.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
How our film set catering works in Upper Wield
Seaside and period locations suit a fish and chip van perfectly. On the menu are pie and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for photo shoots and lunch at the unit base.
Rural locations near Upper Wield can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. You will know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
Towns and villages near Upper Wield
Also in Upper Wield
Questions from Upper Wield
Do you come out to small places like Upper Wield?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is Upper Wield close to London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we’ll confirm what we need.
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. What matters most:
- Level, firm ground at base
- Light near the van if needed
- The location’s agreement
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Upper Wield
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Occasions we serve in Upper Wield
It’s quick to serve within a lunch break.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Commercials and music videos
- Unit base lunches
- Location filming
- Event crews
Historic houses near Upper Wield include Hall Place (2.2 miles east) and Bentworth Hall (2.2 miles east). Period locations like these typically keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
What your quote should include
- The van’s size and access needs
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Whether VAT is included
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Share the base location and route
We take our used oil and waste with us.
Bins at base keep the location clean.
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Upper Wield? 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: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Long shoots typically need a full catering unit. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
Why book our van in Upper Wield
- A clear quote before booking
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Quick service from the hatch
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Planning a shoot in Upper Wield
Upper Wield is about 5 miles west of Alton, in Hampshire. People in Upper Wield book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Upper Wield is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 20 miles away.
Central London is about 50 miles from Upper Wield.
Shoots anywhere in SO24 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Close by, we cover shoots in Preston Candover (2 miles north-west), Bighton (3 miles south-west), Brown Candover (3 miles west), Totford (4 miles west) and Old Alresford (4 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (8 miles north), Winchester (11 miles south-west), Fleet (14 miles north-east), Alton (5 miles east), Petersfield (12 miles south-east) and Tadley (15 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Barton Castle (0.7 miles south-west) and Alton Community Hospital (4.8 miles east). Within reach you will find King's Hill.
- Local pubs include The Yew Tree pub (0.7 miles north-east)
How the day works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your shoot in Upper Wield. In December, daylight in Upper Wield ends around 4:00pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:25pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Clear the route for the van
Ask for a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Related guides
- 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