West Berkshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Fair Cross, West Berkshire
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Fair Cross and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Photo shoots
- Wrap celebrations
- Outside broadcasts
Fresh fish and chips in Fair Cross
Looking after everyone
Most events have a few crew with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Update numbers if they change
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
We arrive at base in good time and set up, out of the way.
A chip van wrap party is a great way to finish a shoot.
How our film set catering works in Fair Cross
The van needs level, firm ground at the unit base, and a route the van can manage. For lunch at the unit base and seaside and period locations, we will put together a menu of haddock and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips and more.
Near Fair Cross, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. We cook inside the van, right where your crew are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
- Location
- Fair Cross (RG7)
- County
- West Berkshire
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
For event organisers in Fair Cross
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Fair Cross? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Occasions we serve in Fair Cross
It is ideal for short jobs.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Fair Cross and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Photo shoots
- Outside broadcasts
- Wrap parties
- Location shoots
Historic houses near Fair Cross include Stratfield Saye House (0.7 miles south). Period locations like these typically keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
What to look for in a quote
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The cancellation terms
- How many hours the van serves
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Fair Cross questions
Do you come out to small places like Fair Cross?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Fair Cross from London?
About 40 miles from central London, and well within our area.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Do you do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including West Berkshire. Find your area.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we will advise.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for crew.
What happens on the day
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Crew will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Light in Fair Cross lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
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. Here’s what we look for:
- Lighting for early or late service
- A clear route to base
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
A chip van compared with other options
A full location catering unit suits long shoots with three meals a day. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A quote that spells everything out
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Shooting in Fair Cross: unit bases and access
Fair Cross is about 6 miles east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Around Fair Cross, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground. Fair Cross is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 6 miles away.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the closest railway station is Mortimer station, roughly 1.7 miles north-west of the centre. Fair Cross is about 40 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
We take the van to shoots all over the RG7 postcode area. We also bring the van to shoots in Stratfield Saye (1 mile south-west), West End Green (2 miles west), Stratfield Mortimer (2 miles north-west), Spanish Green (2 miles south) and Wokefield (3 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Newbury (14 miles west), Thatcham (11 miles west), Burghfield Common (4 miles north-west), Speenhamland (14 miles west), Spencers Wood (3 miles north-east) and Calcot (6 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Beaumys Castle (1.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Fair Cross include Longwater and The Marshes Local Nature Reserve.
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What affects the price in Fair Cross
These are the factors that matter most:
- Distance and any road charges
- The menu and how many choices
- Parking and the way in
- The number of meals
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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