Reading · England
Film Set Catering for Norcot events
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew across Norcot and Reading, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Fashion shoots on location
- Shoots on location
- Lunch at the unit base
A chip van near Norcot
Film set catering in Norcot, fried fresh
A chip van fits right in at seaside locations. Typical bookings include location filming and crew morale days, with sausage and chips, cod and chips and pie and chips.
For a location shoot near Norcot, base might be in a field or farmyard. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Step by step
You’ll know we’re ready when the smell of frying drifts over. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Sunset in Norcot 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.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
How to prepare
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A clear route to base
- Light near the van if needed
- Permission for the van at base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
On the menu in Norcot
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
FAQs for Norcot
Can the van park in Round Copse?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Is Norcot close to London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, Reading included. See all areas.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
What will the production need?
Productions vary, so send us the list.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes, include them in numbers. Tell us the day before.
What a fish and chip van costs
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The menu and how many choices
- How many people are eating
- How easy the site is to reach
- The day of the week
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the parking spot
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Towns and villages near Norcot
Also in Norcot
Events we cater in Norcot
It lifts the crew on a tough day.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Seaside shoots
- Unit base lunches
- Photo shoots
- Location shoots
Within reach of Norcot are historic houses such as Mapledurham House (1.8 miles north) and Basildon Park (4.9 miles north-west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether travel is included
- When payment is due
- Allergen information for each item
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Crew catering near Norcot
Norcot is about 2 miles west of Reading, in Reading. Norcot is well within our area, so your shoot just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We cover all 34 towns and villages across Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Tilehurst station, about 0.8 miles north. Norcot is roughly 40 miles from central London.
Anywhere in RG30 and RG31, we can fry fresh for your crew. From Ash Road, Tay Road and Tyle Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Tilehurst Within (1 mile south-west), Tilehurst (1 mile west), Horncastle (1 mile south), Little Heath (1 mile west) and Fords Farm (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Caversham (3 miles north-east), Shinfield (5 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (8 miles south-east), Whitley Wood (4 miles south-east), Sonning Common (4 miles north-east) and Whitley (4 miles south-east). As one of the bigger places in Reading, Norcot has plenty of venues, halls and workplaces.
Nearby you will also find Battle Hospital (1.3 miles east) and Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (1 mile east). The countryside around Norcot includes South Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Prospect School (1 mile south) and Battle School (1.3 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Butchers Arms (0.6 miles north-west)
Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Make sure we can reach locations on the day
- Plan an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Agree the waste plan with locations
We clear up quickly after lunch.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
For event organisers in Norcot
Organising a club, school or community event in Norcot? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
About the food
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and children love it.
- 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