Oxfordshire · England
Film Set Catering in Henwood
Bring the chip shop to your shoot in Henwood. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Live events and broadcasts
- Ad shoots
Planning an event in Henwood?
Should I sort the food myself?
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 cooks in front of your crew instead.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Film set catering in Henwood, cooked to order
Call times change, so a contact on the day helps and we’ll work around it. Typical bookings include music video shoots and event crews, with mushy peas, pie and chips and cod and chips.
For a shoot in a place like Henwood, tracks and soft ground need checking with locations. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Location
- Henwood (OX1)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Plan an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
After service, we pack up and get out of the way.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
Occasions we serve in Henwood
It’s a morale boost.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Henwood and Oxfordshire:
- Wrap parties
- Photo shoots
- Event crews
- Seaside and period locations
For cast and crew travelling by train, Oxford station, about 3.4 miles north-east, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before you book
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- What happens if plans change
- A clear list of what’s included
Henwood for film and TV crews
Henwood is about 3 miles north-west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Tell us where your shoot in Henwood will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We serve all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire.
Within reach of Henwood are historic houses such as Appleton Manor (1.7 miles west) and Holywell Manor, Oxford (4.2 miles north-east). Period locations like these typically keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Central London is about 55 miles from Henwood, within easy reach for London-based crews.
We take the van to shoots all over the OX1 postcode area. From Cumnor Road, Hill View Lane and White Hill Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Wootton (1 mile south), Cumnor (1 mile north-west), Chawley (1 mile north), Appleton (2 miles west) and Dean Court (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Oxford (5 miles north-east), Didcot (8 miles south-east), Bicester (15 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles south-east), Witney (9 miles north-west) and Carterton (12 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Westgate Shopping Centre (3.5 miles north-east) and The Story Museum (3.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Henwood include Cumnor Hill and Lashford Lane Fen.
- Nearby schools include Matthew Arnold School (2.1 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Bystander pub (0.6 miles south)
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, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why Henwood hosts choose us
- No kitchen needed
- Events in Henwood and across Oxfordshire
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
Henwood questions
Is Henwood too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Henwood from London?
About 55 miles from central London.
Do you come to Henwood?
We do. Henwood is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is typically simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
What if lunch moves?
We expect changes. Keep us updated and we will adapt.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Can you park at the unit base?
Yes, on level ground at base.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan service around it.
Before you choose a spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Level, firm ground at base
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- The location’s agreement
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- The minimum booking
- Your choice of menu
- The date and time of year
- Parking and the way in
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A picture of the parking spot
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Expected numbers
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we will quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your shoot. In December, daylight in Henwood ends around 3:55pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:25pm.
- We start with the location, call times and crew numbers.
- You get an access check and a quote.
- We agree the van’s position and arrival with the location manager.
- We cook to order through the crew’s lunch break.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Give us a contact for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we will check the date and send a price.
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For event organisers in Henwood
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
- 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