West Berkshire · England
Film Set Catering for Ecchinswell events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for the crew makes the food a highlight of your shoot in Ecchinswell.
- Photo shoots
- Unit base lunches
- Location shoots
A chip van near Ecchinswell
Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
About our film set catering in Ecchinswell
Location shoots, commercials and wrap parties all suit a chip van. For end-of-shoot parties and photo shoots, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips and more.
Rural locations near Ecchinswell can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
- Area
- Ecchinswell (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Crew catering near Ecchinswell
Ecchinswell is about 5 miles south of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Ecchinswell. Ecchinswell is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 15 miles away.
Ecchinswell is roughly 53 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Thatcham station, about 4.6 miles north.
Here we cover the RG20 postcode area, and we can serve your shoot anywhere in it. Local streets include Mill Lane, Oakfields Close and Ecchinswell Road; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Kingsclere (2 miles east), Bishop's Green (2 miles north), Headley (2 miles north-east), Plastow Green (2 miles north-east) and Mill Green (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (5 miles north), Thatcham (5 miles north), Burghfield Common (11 miles north-east), Speenhamland (5 miles north), Hungerford (12 miles north-west) and Spencers Wood (14 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find West Berkshire Community Hospital (5.1 miles north) and Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.8 miles north). Open spaces near Ecchinswell include Ladle Hill and Audrey's Meadow.
- Schools near Ecchinswell include The Clere School (2 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Royal Oak pub (within half a mile west)
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Ecchinswell
Which station is closest to Ecchinswell?
The closest is Thatcham station, roughly 4.6 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Ecchinswell?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What areas do you cover?
We take the van across London and the South East, West Berkshire included. See all areas.
Can you work to the call sheet?
Yes. Tell us the lunch time and a contact on the day, and we will work around changes where we can.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll plan for them.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
Can you cook in the rain?
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.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your shoot and we will send a quote.
What affects the price in Ecchinswell
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Parking and the way in
- Whether a minimum applies
- The menu and how many choices
- Distance and any road charges
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the parking spot
- Your date and serving time
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A full location catering unit suits long shoots with three meals a day. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Classic food your crew already know
- A quote that spells everything out
- Quick service from the hatch
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How it works
There’s very little for you to do on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your shoot. The frying and serving are down to us. In December, daylight in Ecchinswell ends around 4:00pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight 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.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Plan where the queue will stand
Getting a price
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
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Events we cater in Ecchinswell
Productions book a chip van because crews love it.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Shoots on location
- Event crews
- Seaside shoots
- Photo shoots
Historic houses near Ecchinswell include Highclere Castle (3.4 miles west). Period locations like these usually keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
What your quote should include
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- What happens if plans change
- If the price includes VAT
Takeaway run or book a van?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Send final numbers the day before
- Confirm allergies by email
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Share the base location and route
We arrive at base in good time and set up, out of the way.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
- 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