West Berkshire · England
Film Set Catering in Chieveley
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for the crew in Chieveley.
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Ad shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
Fresh fish and chips in Chieveley
Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
How our film set catering works in Chieveley
We work with your location manager or production office on access, parking and timings. We serve haddock and chips, cod and chips and pie and chips, and we are frequently booked for unit base lunches and end-of-shoot parties.
Near Chieveley, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
- Where
- Chieveley (RG20)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The menu and how many choices
- Parking and the way in
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A picture of where the van would go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Name a contact in the production office
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Confirm allergies by email
We take our used oil and waste with us.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
Step by step
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. Light in Chieveley lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Related guides
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Also near Chieveley
What else we do in Chieveley
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Chieveley
What’s the nearest station to Chieveley?
The closest is Newbury Racecourse station, roughly 4.5 miles away.
Is Chieveley too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Do you have documents for productions?
Tell us what the production needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for crew.
Crew catering near Chieveley
Chieveley is about 5 miles north of Newbury, in West Berkshire. In and around Chieveley, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. Chieveley is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Chieveley to Reading (about 15 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Chieveley are Shaw House (3.6 miles south) and Benham Park (4.5 miles south-west). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. Chieveley is about 53 miles from central London. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Chieveley, so check vehicle rules with locations.
We serve shoots across RG20 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include High Street, East Lane and Sowbury Park, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Chieveley, we also cover Downend (1 mile north), North Heath (1 mile west), World's End (2 miles north-east), Winterbourne (2 miles south-west) and Peasemore (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (5 miles south), Thatcham (5 miles south-east), Burghfield Common (12 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles south), Hungerford (9 miles west) and Calcot (12 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Donnington Castle (3.2 miles south) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (4.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Snelsmore Common.
- Local pubs include The Wheatsheaf pub (less than half a mile south)
For event organisers in Chieveley
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
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.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Ordering takeaway to a location is unreliable. The van cooks on site. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
What you get with us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Bookings across West Berkshire, including Chieveley
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
Where the van can park in Chieveley
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
- Lighting for early or late service
- Access checked by locations
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- 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