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Film and TV set catering in Skinners Green, West Berkshire
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Skinners Green? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Photo shoots
- Location filming
- Crew treats on long shoot days
A chip van near Skinners Green
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your shoot. We handle the cooking and serving. Light in Skinners Green lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
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Film set catering for your shoot in Skinners Green
Seaside and period locations suit a fish and chip van perfectly. Popular choices include pie and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for stills shoots and period dramas on location.
Near Skinners Green, check tracks and ground for the van. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
- Where
- Skinners Green (RG14)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Numbers
- Distance and any road charges
- The date and time of year
- The menu and how many choices
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where the van would park
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The date and time of the event
- Anything awkward about the way in
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Skinners Green, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
About the food
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Skinners Green
Is Skinners Green too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can the van park in Hamstead Marshall Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Skinners Green?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a picture if you can.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac crew when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you cater wrap parties?
We do. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
- Update numbers if they change
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Share the base location and route
We clear up quickly after lunch.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Many locations are miles from shops. The van solves that. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A clear quote before booking
- Classic food your crew already know
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
For event organisers in Skinners Green
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Occasions we serve in Skinners Green
It needs no kitchen on location.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Skinners Green and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Crew morale days
- Live events and broadcasts
- Crew lunches at base
- Shoots on location
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the closest railway station is Newbury station, roughly 1.6 miles north-east of the centre.
Comparing caterers
- Whether there is a minimum
- VAT, if it applies
- How late numbers can change
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Also near Skinners Green
More for events in Skinners Green
Crew catering near Skinners Green
Skinners Green is about 2 miles south-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Anywhere in RG14, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. Skinners Green is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Skinners Green to Reading (17 miles away).
Within reach of Skinners Green are historic houses such as Benham Park (1.4 miles north) and Shaw House (2.4 miles north-east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. Skinners Green is about 55 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
We serve shoots across the RG14 postcode area and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Enborne (1 mile west), Wash Common (1 mile south-east), Crockham Heath (1 mile south-west), Enborne Row (1 mile south) and Wash Water (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Thatcham (4 miles east), Burghfield Common (13 miles east), Hungerford (7 miles west), Calcot (14 miles east), Lambourn (11 miles north-west) and Burghfield Hill (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.1 miles north-east) and British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (1.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Rack Marsh and Pilot Hill.
- Schools near Skinners Green include Park House School (0.9 miles south-east) and St Bartholomew's School (1.1 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Gun pub (0.8 miles south-east)
- 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