West Berkshire · England
Film Set Catering for Benham Hill events
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in Benham Hill.
- Wrap parties
- Outside broadcasts
- Ad shoots
A chip van near Benham Hill
Film set catering in Benham Hill, cooked to order
Shoot days are long, and a hot lunch on time matters. We park at the unit base and cook to order. Typical bookings include location shoots and music video shoots, with cod and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
Near Benham Hill, base may be a field or yard, so ground conditions matter. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Benham Hill (RG14, RG19, RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning the van’s spot
We’ll be honest if a spot won’t work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Level, firm ground at base
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- The location’s agreement
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Benham Hill
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Places near Benham Hill
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About the food
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
How the day works
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Long summer days in Benham Hill, with light until about 9:25pm, suit evening wraps outdoors.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Benham Hill, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
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Who books film set catering in Benham Hill?
It needs no kitchen on location.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Event crews
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- End-of-shoot parties
- Seaside shoots
Among the historic houses close to Benham Hill are Shaw House (1.2 miles north-west) and Benham Park (3.3 miles west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
Before you book anyone
- When final numbers are due
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether travel is included
- The cancellation terms
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. 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.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Send final numbers the day before
- Agree how the base is left
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Confirm allergies by email
Lunch is planned around the call sheet, with a contact for changes.
A dining area at base helps.
Benham Hill: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Benham Hill?
The closest is Newbury Racecourse station, roughly 0.8 miles away.
How far is Benham Hill from London?
Roughly 52 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you cater wrap parties?
We do. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we will explain the options.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can you feed supporting artists too?
Yes. Just tell us who counts.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we will confirm what we need.
What a fish and chip van costs
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The menu and how many choices
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Any minimum charge
- The number of meals
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and time of the event
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
Location catering around Benham Hill
Benham Hill is about 1 mile east of Newbury, in West Berkshire. In and around Benham Hill, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your crew. Benham Hill is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 14 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, Newbury Racecourse station is about 0.8 miles away. Benham Hill is about 52 miles from central London.
Shoots anywhere in RG14, RG19 and RG18 start with a parking spot for the van. Local streets include Manor Lane, Arkle Avenue and Turnpike Road; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to shoots in Stone Copse (1 mile north), Ashmore Green (1 mile north-east), Thatcham (1 mile east), Cold Ash (2 miles north-east) and Longlane (3 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Burghfield Common (10 miles east), Hungerford (10 miles west), Spencers Wood (14 miles east), Calcot (11 miles east), Lambourn (12 miles north-west) and Burghfield Hill (10 miles east).
Nearby you will also find West Berkshire Community Hospital (less than half a mile north) and Donnington Castle (2.2 miles north-west). Within reach you will find Nature Discovery Centre.
- Nearby schools include Trinity School (1.3 miles north-west) and Trinity School (1.3 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Swan pub (under half a mile west)
Why choose a fish and chip van in Benham Hill?
Takeaway rarely reaches a location hot. A van cooks at the unit base. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book our van in Benham Hill
- Quick service from the hatch
- Bookings across West Berkshire, including Benham Hill
- Classic food your crew already know
- Something for crew to gather round
- 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