Oxfordshire · England
Film Set Catering for Little Heath events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Little Heath and the surrounding area.
- Location filming
- End-of-shoot parties
- Crew morale days
Film set catering for Little Heath events
Film set catering in Little Heath, cooked to order
A chip van fits right in at seaside locations. Typical bookings include crew lunches at base and seaside and period locations, with haddock and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips.
Shoots around Little Heath often use houses, farms and lanes. Tell us about the route to base. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Little Heath (RG31, RG30)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- The location’s agreement
- Space in front of the hatch
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Little Heath
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Why choose film set catering in Little Heath?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, which matters on location.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Location filming
- Live events and broadcasts
- End-of-shoot parties
- Seaside and period locations
Within reach of Little Heath are historic houses such as Mapledurham House (2 miles north-east) and Basildon Park (4 miles north-west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
Before booking anyone
- When final numbers are due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Any minimum charge
- How much space the van takes up
Crew catering near Little Heath
Little Heath is about 3 miles west of Reading, in Oxfordshire. In and around Little Heath, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your crew. We take the van to 443 places in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
For crew arriving by train, Tilehurst station is about 1.4 miles away. Central London is about 41 miles from Little Heath, within easy reach for London-based crews.
We cover shoots in every part of RG31 and RG30 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include City Road, Kiln Lane and Back Lane, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Little Heath we cover include Tilehurst (1 mile east), Sulham (1 mile north-west), Tilehurst Within (1 mile east), Calcot (1 mile south) and Norcot (1 mile east). We also serve nearby towns such as Didcot (13 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (8 miles north-east), Benson (11 miles north), Wallingford (10 miles north), Great Western Park (14 miles north-west) and Watlington (13 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Broad Street Mall (3.4 miles east) and Battle Hospital (2.5 miles east). Open spaces near Little Heath include Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
- Nearby schools include Little Heath School (less than half a mile south-west)
- Nearby, you will find Fox and Hounds pub (under half a mile south)
How it works
We work to your timings. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you’re ready, so the food is still fresh when it is served. Sunset in Little Heath is about 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Clear the route for the van
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can fill in our quote form.
Planning help
FAQs for Little Heath
Is Little Heath close to London?
Roughly 41 miles from the centre of London.
Could you trade in Calcot Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes, if they’re in your numbers. Confirm numbers the day before.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Do you come to Little Heath?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Little Heath and across Oxfordshire. Send us your date to check availability.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your crew, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Can the van come to our wrap?
We do. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Confirm allergies by email
- Update numbers if they change
- Let us know about coeliac disease
Tell us if supporting artists are eating.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
Also near Little Heath
More for events in Little Heath
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The length of service
- The minimum booking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Parking and the way in
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Expected numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Little Heath? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is generally simpler.
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
- 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