Oxfordshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Crawley, Oxfordshire
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in Crawley.
- Crew lunches at base
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Seaside shoots
A chip van near Crawley
Space, access and the venue
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Room for the crew to queue
- Access checked by locations
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
About our film set catering in Crawley
A chip van fits right in at seaside locations. For wrap parties and crew treats on long shoot days, we can cook mushy peas, haddock and chips and cod and chips.
Rural locations near Crawley can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Area
- Crawley (OX29)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Crawley
What’s the nearest station to Crawley?
The closest is Finstock station, roughly 3.6 miles away.
How far is Crawley from London?
Roughly 64 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Can you feed supporting artists too?
Yes. Just tell us who counts.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
Where does the van go on location?
Yes, wherever locations agree; we will check the route.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We will talk it through when we quote.
Planning a shoot in Crawley
Crawley is about 1 mile north-west of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Crawley is well within our area, so your shoot just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. Crawley is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 12 miles away.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Finstock station is about 3.6 miles away. Crawley is about 64 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
We serve shoots across OX29. From Witney Hill, Farm Lane and Foxburrow Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Close by, we cover shoots in Leafield (2 miles north-west), Swinbrook (4 miles west), Ascott d'Oyley (4 miles north-west), Ascott-under-Wychwood (5 miles north-west) and Ascott Earl (5 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Oxford (12 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles south-east), Carterton (5 miles south-west), Wantage (15 miles south), Grove (14 miles south) and Faringdon (11 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Cogges Manor Farm Museum (1.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Crawley include Blenheim Farm.
- Schools near Crawley include Wood Green School (1.8 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Lamb Inn (within half a mile north)
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Agree how the base is left
We arrive at base in good time and set up.
A gazebo by the van keeps the line dry.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a crew treat, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Crawley. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
Why book with us
- No surprises in your quote
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Bookings across Oxfordshire, including Crawley
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
More for events in Crawley
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How long we serve
- The day of the week
- Distance and any road charges
- How many people are eating
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and serving time
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
Still finalising the details? No problem: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
For event organisers in Crawley
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
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.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
The process
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace. Long summer days in Crawley, with light until about 9:30pm, suit evening wraps outdoors.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- 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