Oxfordshire · England
Film Set Catering in Cumnor
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew across Cumnor and Oxfordshire, frying fresh at your venue.
- End-of-shoot parties
- Outside broadcasts
- Shoots on location
A chip van near Cumnor
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Film set catering in Cumnor, cooked to order
Fried-to-order service suits a lunch break, without needing a kitchen on location. Popular choices include pie and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for music video shoots and crew morale days.
For a shoot in a place like Cumnor, tracks and soft ground need checking. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Location
- Cumnor (OX2)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
How it works
The first sign we’ve arrived is generally the smell, about the time the first crew wander across. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. At midsummer, Cumnor has light until about 9:25pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Why choose a fish and chip van in Cumnor?
Next to a sandwich lunch, a chip van gives the crew a proper hot meal. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book with us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- No surprises in your quote
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The length of service
- Distance and any road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
- Parking and the way in
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A photo of the parking spot
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Perfect for your shoot in Cumnor
Productions book a chip van because crews love it, especially on long shoots.
In Cumnor and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Seaside and period locations
- Shoots on location
- Outside broadcasts
- Lunch at the unit base
Among the historic houses close to Cumnor are Appleton Manor (1.9 miles south-west) and Holywell Manor, Oxford (4 miles north-east). Period locations like these normally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Questions to ask before you book
- How late numbers can change
- The cancellation terms
- How allergens are handled
- How much space the van takes up
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Light near the van if needed
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- The location’s agreement
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Cumnor
Do you come out to small places like Cumnor?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Cumnor?
Oxford station, about 3.1 miles north-east of the centre.
Can the van come to Cumnor?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Cumnor and across Oxfordshire. Send us your date to check availability.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
What will the production need?
Productions vary, so ask your production office for the list and we’ll go through it.
Which areas do you serve?
We take the van across London and the South East, Oxfordshire included. Find your area.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is generally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
Towns and villages near Cumnor
Other occasions in Cumnor
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Organising a club, school or community event in Cumnor? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Cumnor for film and TV crews
Cumnor is about 4 miles north-west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. For a shoot in Cumnor, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Cumnor is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we bring the van.
For crew arriving by train, Oxford station is about 3.1 miles away. Cumnor is about 56 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
For shoots in OX2, we just need to know where the van can park. Local streets include High Street, The Park and The Winnyards; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. If your venue is just outside Cumnor, we also cover Chawley (1 mile north-east), Filchampstead (1 mile north-west), Henwood (1 mile south-east), Dean Court (2 miles north-east) and Botley (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (5 miles east), Didcot (9 miles south-east), Bicester (14 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (4 miles south-east), Witney (8 miles north-west) and Carterton (11 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Westgate Shopping Centre (3.3 miles north-east) and Radcliffe Infirmary (3.6 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Lashford Lane Fen and Cumnor Hill.
- Nearby schools include Matthew Arnold School (1.5 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Vine Inn (within half a mile north-east)
- 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