Buckinghamshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Kingswood, Buckinghamshire
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in Kingswood.
- Photo shoots
- Live events and broadcasts
- Crew lunches at base
Fresh fish and chips in Kingswood
Film set catering in Kingswood, fried fresh
Location shoots, commercials and wrap parties all suit a chip van. We’re frequently asked to cater wrap celebrations and live events and broadcasts, serving mushy peas, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
Near Kingswood, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so a van at base is a big help. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Location
- Kingswood (HP18)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
A chip van compared with other options
For a crew treat, a chip van is hard to beat. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
Why Kingswood hosts choose us
- Quick service from the hatch
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Something for crew to gather round
- Everything cooked to order at your event
Shooting in Kingswood: unit bases and access
Kingswood is about 7 miles east of Bicester, in Buckinghamshire. Around Kingswood, we park wherever there is level, firm ground, close to your crew. We cover 263 places across Buckinghamshire. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 13 miles away.
Historic houses near Kingswood include Waddesdon Manor (3 miles south-east) and Claydon House (4.2 miles north-east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
Here we cover the HP18 postcode area, and we can serve your shoot anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Grendon Road and Kingswood Lane, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Kingswood we cover include Westcott (2 miles south-east), Quainton (3 miles east), Ashendon (3 miles south), Waddesdon (4 miles south-east) and Wormstone (4 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (8 miles south-east), Buckingham (9 miles north), Elmhurst (9 miles east), Southcourt (9 miles south-east), Princes Risborough (12 miles south-east) and Haydon Hill (7 miles south-east).
Within reach you’ll find Upper Ray Meadows.
- Pubs nearby include The Akeman Inn (under half a mile south-east)
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Agree the waste plan with locations
We set up at the unit base ahead of lunch.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
For event organisers in Kingswood
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Kingswood? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
What happens on the day
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss. Daylight is short on winter shoots near Kingswood: sunset is about 3:55pm.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- We check the route and the unit base and send a price.
- We agree the van’s position and arrival with the location manager.
- We set up at the unit base and fry to order for the lunch break.
- We pack up straight after service and leave the base tidy.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Have a level parking spot ready
How to get a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. 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.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The minimum booking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Service time
- The day of the week
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Allergies and diets you know about
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- A queue area clear of trucks
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
FAQs for Kingswood
Do you come out to small places like Kingswood?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Kingswood from London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your shoot and we will send a quote.
Do you cater wrap parties?
We do. It’s a great way to end a shoot.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes. Just tell us who counts.
Can the van come to base?
Yes, on level ground at base.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Other occasions in Kingswood
- 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