Buckinghamshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Upton, Buckinghamshire
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Upton and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Outside broadcasts
- Fashion shoots on location
Fresh fish and chips in Upton
What happens on the day
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, park on the agreed spot, and get on with frying and serving. In December, daylight in Upton ends around 3:55pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:25pm.
- 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.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Make sure the van can get in
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, fill in our quote form.
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How our film set catering works in Upton
We need a level, firm spot at base, and a clear route in. On the menu are pie and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for wrap parties and seaside shoots.
Rural locations near Upton can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
- Area
- Upton (HP17)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
About the food
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, great with chips and sausages.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
A full location catering unit suits long shoots with three meals a day. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book our van in Upton
- Quick service from the hatch
- All the chip-shop extras
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Classic food your crew already know
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Nearby places to Upton
More for events in Upton
Organising for someone else?
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Flag any coeliac crew
A short menu keeps the line moving.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
Where the van can park in Upton
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. The main points are:
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Cod, haddock or both
- How long we serve
- The date and time of year
- Parking and the way in
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and time of the event
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Common questions in Upton
Which station is closest to Upton?
The closest is Aylesbury Vale Parkway station, roughly 2.5 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Upton?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information.
What about crew who do not eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Can the van come to our wrap?
Yes, and crews love it. Send us the date and place.
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 the van park on grass?
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.
Crew catering near Upton
Upton is about 3 miles south-west of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. For shoots in Upton, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Upton. Upton is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Upton to Oxford (15 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Waddesdon Manor (3.9 miles north-west). Period locations like these normally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Central London is about 40 miles from Upton, within easy reach for London-based crews. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Upton, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Wherever your shoot is in HP17, we can bring the van to you. Streets in the area include Homestead Close, Lower Farm Gate and Upton Road, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Upton we cover include Dinton (1 mile south-west), Ford (1 mile south), Sedrup (2 miles east), Bishopstone (2 miles east) and Walton Court (3 miles east). Further out, we also take the van to Aylesbury (3 miles north-east), High Wycombe (13 miles south-east), Chesham (13 miles south-east), Buckingham (15 miles north), Amersham (15 miles south-east) and Elmhurst (4 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Roald Dahl Children's Gallery (3.2 miles north-east) and St John's Hospital (under half a mile north-east). The countryside around Upton includes Snakemoor.
- Pubs nearby include The Seven Stars Public House (0.8 miles south-west)
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
- 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