West Berkshire · England
Film Set Catering for Kingsclere events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in Kingsclere.
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Period dramas on location
- Unit base lunches
Film set catering for Kingsclere events
Common questions in Kingsclere
What’s the nearest station to Kingsclere?
Thatcham station, about 4.8 miles north of the centre.
How far is Kingsclere from London?
Roughly 51 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What if the weather’s bad?
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.
Do you cater wrap parties?
Yes. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
Do you come to Kingsclere?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Kingsclere and the rest of West Berkshire. To check your date, use our quote form.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Kingsclere?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Film set catering for your shoot in Kingsclere
Location shoots, commercials and wrap parties all suit a chip van. On the menu are cod and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater unit base lunches and shoots on location.
Around Kingsclere, locations can be rural. Let us know about access. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Area
- Kingsclere (RG20)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Takeaway run or book a van?
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.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Towns and villages near Kingsclere
More for events in Kingsclere
Crew catering near Kingsclere
Kingsclere is about 5 miles south-west of Tadley, in West Berkshire. From the centre of Kingsclere to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Kingsclere is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 14 miles away.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Thatcham station, about 4.8 miles north.
For shoots in RG20, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many crew. From King John Road, George Street and Garden Close or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Kingsclere, we also cover Wolverton (2 miles east), Ecchinswell (2 miles west), Plastow Green (2 miles north), Fair Oak (2 miles north-east) and Headley (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (6 miles north-west), Thatcham (5 miles north), Burghfield Common (9 miles north-east), Speenhamland (7 miles north-west), Hungerford (13 miles north-west) and Spencers Wood (13 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Old Chapel Textile Centre (3.7 miles north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Ladle Hill.
- Local pubs include George And Horne Public House (less than half a mile north-east)
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce and it’s on the menu.
The process
Service is quick: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. Daylight is short on winter shoots near Kingsclere: sunset is about 4:00pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Share the timings for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Kingsclere? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, use our quote form.
Planning help
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- The menu and how many choices
- How easy the site is to reach
- How far we travel
- How many people are eating
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The date and time of the event
- A photo of the parking spot
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Kingsclere, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Who books film set catering in Kingsclere?
It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.
Whatever the occasion in Kingsclere, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are often booked for:
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Crew lunches at base
- Commercials and music videos
- Location filming
Central London is about 51 miles from Kingsclere.
Questions to ask before you book
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- How many hours the van serves
- When final numbers are due
- Whether travel is included
What the van needs
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. The main points are:
- Lighting for early or late service
- Space in front of the hatch
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Update numbers if they change
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Ensure we can reach locations on the day
Used oil leaves with the van.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
- 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