Oxfordshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Catslip, Oxfordshire
Looking for a fish and chip van for the crew in Catslip? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Photo shoots
- Crew morale days
- Live events and broadcasts
Film set catering for Catslip events
Film set catering in Catslip, fried fresh
Fried-to-order service suits a lunch break, with no kitchen needed on site. For event crews and lunch at the unit base, we’ll put together a menu of haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas for your guests.
For a shoot in a place like Catslip, tracks and soft ground need checking with locations. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Location
- Catslip (RG9)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
How it works
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. Winter shoots near Catslip chase the light, which goes at about 3:55pm in December, so lunch at base is often in daylight but a wrap meal isn’t.
- We start with the location, call times and crew numbers.
- We check access and send a quote.
- We arrange the van’s spot at the unit base with locations.
- We set up at the unit base and fry to order for the lunch break.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
Before we arrive
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Share the timings for the day
- Clear the route for the van
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What a fish and chip van costs
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Access and parking
- Distance and any road charges
- How long we serve
- The minimum booking
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Your date and serving time
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The spot you have in mind for the van
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. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Location catering around Catslip
Catslip is about 7 miles north of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Give us the address of your shoot in Catslip, and we will plan the route and the parking spot. Catslip is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Catslip to Reading (9 miles away).
Within reach of Catslip are historic houses such as Greys Court (2.2 miles south-east) and Stonor Park (2.7 miles north-east). Period locations like these normally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Catslip is about 38 miles from central London. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Catslip, so check vehicle rules with locations.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in RG9, and we can serve your shoot anywhere in it. For shoots just outside Catslip, we cover Nettlebed (1 mile north-west), Highmoor (1 mile south-west), Highmoor Cross (1 mile south), Bix (2 miles south-east) and Middle Assendon (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Didcot (12 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles north-west), Thame (12 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (4 miles south-east), Benson (6 miles north-west) and Chinnor (9 miles north).
Within reach you will find Warburg Nature Reserve.
- Local pubs include The Sun Inn Public House (0.5 miles west)
Why choose a fish and chip van in Catslip?
Long shoots normally need a full catering unit. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What you get with us
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Take a look at our prices page or what a fish and chip van costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planning for dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Agree the waste plan with locations
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Confirm allergies by email
- Make sure we can reach locations on the day
A short menu keeps the line moving in a lunch break.
A chip van wrap party is a great way to finish a shoot.
Events we cater in Catslip
It lifts the crew.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- End-of-shoot parties
- Music video shoots
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Location filming
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Henley-On-Thames station, about 4.4 miles south-east.
Before booking anyone
- Allergen information for each item
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Payment terms and deposit
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Catslip questions
How far is Catslip from London?
About 38 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Catslip?
The closest is Henley-On-Thames station, roughly 4.4 miles away.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we will advise.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
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.
Also in Catslip
Where the van can park in Catslip
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Lighting for early or late service
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
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.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
- 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