West Berkshire · England
Film Set Catering in Mortimer West End
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Mortimer West End and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Period dramas on location
- Music video shoots
- Event crews
Planning an event in Mortimer West End?
About our film set catering in Mortimer West End
Call times change, so give us a contact on the day and we’ll work around it. Whether it’s seaside shoots and ad shoots, we will put together a menu of haddock and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips.
For a shoot in a place like Mortimer West End, tracks and soft ground need checking with locations. You will know what’s included before you book: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Location
- Mortimer West End (RG7)
- County
- West Berkshire
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Any minimum charge
- The menu and how many choices
- Access and parking
- Numbers
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The date and time of the event
- The spot you have in mind for the van
It’s 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.
Space, access and the venue
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:
- A clear route to base
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Light near the van if needed
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
Why choose a fish and chip van in Mortimer West End?
Many locations are miles from shops. The van solves that. 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.
Why Mortimer West End hosts choose us
- Something for crew to gather round
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Events in Mortimer West End and across West Berkshire
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Take a look at our prices page or what a fish and chip van costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
Towns and villages near Mortimer West End
What else we do in Mortimer West End
Shooting in Mortimer West End: unit bases and access
Mortimer West End is about 2 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Give us the address of your shoot in Mortimer West End, and we will plan the route and the parking spot. Mortimer West End is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Reading, about 7 miles away.
Historic houses near Mortimer West End include Stratfield Saye House (4.3 miles east) and The Vyne (4.4 miles south). Period locations like these usually keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Mortimer West End is about 44 miles from central London.
Here we cover the RG7 postcode area, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Church Road, Back Lane and Chapel Road, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Mortimer West End, we also cover Mortimer (1 mile north-east), Three Ashes (2 miles south), Stratfield Mortimer (2 miles east), Burghfield Common (2 miles north-east) and West End Green (3 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Newbury (10 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles west), Speenhamland (10 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles east), Calcot (5 miles north) and Shaw (10 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Calleva Museum (1.1 miles south) and Beaumys Castle (4.8 miles east). Within reach you will find Hosehill Lake.
- Schools near Mortimer West End include The Willink School (2.1 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Red Lion Public House (less than half a mile south)
Why choose film set catering in Mortimer West End?
It is ideal for short jobs.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Period dramas on location
- Unit base lunches
- Shoots on location
- Outside broadcasts
For cast and crew travelling by train, Mortimer station, about 2.4 miles east, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- Any minimum charge
- If the price includes VAT
- The cancellation terms
- The van’s size and access needs
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Agree how the base is left
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Confirm allergies by email
Lunch is planned around the call sheet, with a contact for changes.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
Mortimer West End questions
Is Mortimer West End close to London?
Roughly 44 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Mortimer West End?
Mortimer station, about 2.4 miles east of the centre.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan service around it.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we’ll explain the options.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
How the day works
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your crew can wander over to the hatch as soon as we open. In December, daylight in Mortimer West End ends around 4:00pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. In summer, light lasts until about 9:25pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
- 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