Wokingham · England
Film and TV set catering in Sindlesham, Wokingham
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for the crew in Sindlesham.
- Live events and broadcasts
- Music video shoots
- Location shoots
Book the van in Sindlesham
Film set catering for your shoot in Sindlesham
The van needs level, firm ground at the unit base, and a clear route in. On the menu are haddock and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips, and we’re often booked for seaside shoots and treat days on a long shoot.
Near Sindlesham, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so a van at base is a big help. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- How far we travel
- The menu and how many choices
- The date and time of year
- How long we serve
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The address or venue name
- Expected numbers
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we will quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van makes a relaxed wrap. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- Hot food handed straight over
- All the chip-shop extras
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Everything cooked to order at your event
Read our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Crew catering near Sindlesham
Sindlesham is about 2 miles north-west of Wokingham, in Wokingham. From the centre of Sindlesham to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We cover all 35 towns and villages in Wokingham, from the larger towns to small villages.
For crew arriving by train, Winnersh station, about 0.7 miles north-east, is the nearest station.
Wherever your shoot is in RG41, we can bring the van to you. That could mean a shoot at a home on Mayfield Mews, May Fields and New Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Close by, we cover shoots in Winnersh (1 mile north), Woosehill (1 mile south-east), Emmbrook (1 mile east), Wokingham (2 miles south-east) and Woodley (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Reading (4 miles north-west), Crowthorne (5 miles south-east), Newtown (3 miles north-west), Coley Park (5 miles west), Twyford (4 miles north) and Charvil (4 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (less than half a mile north-west) and Wokingham Hospital (1.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Holt Copse & Joel Park and Sonning Hill.
- Local schools include The Forest School (0.8 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Walters Arms (within half a mile south-east)
Questions from Sindlesham
Is Sindlesham too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Which station is closest to Sindlesham?
Winnersh station, about 0.7 miles north-east of the centre.
Is grass a problem?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a picture if you can.
Do you do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will tell you what we can offer.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it is fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Sindlesham?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your shoot and we’ll send a quote.
Can you adjust to schedule changes?
Schedules move, and we plan for it. A contact on the day is all we need.
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Takeaway run or book a van?
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’s crisp.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
What else we do in Sindlesham
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few crew with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Name a contact in the production office
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
We set up at the unit base ahead of lunch, out of the way.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
For event organisers in Sindlesham
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Step by step
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your crew, which we agree with you beforehand. Sunset in Sindlesham is about 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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Occasions we serve in Sindlesham
It lifts the crew on a tough day.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Sindlesham book the van for events such as:
- Stills shoots
- Location filming
- Period dramas on location
- Lunch at the unit base
Central London is about 35 miles from Sindlesham, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Before you book anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Whether VAT is included
- The cancellation terms
- Allergen information for each item
- 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