West Berkshire · England
Film and TV set catering in Stockcross, West Berkshire
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for the crew makes the food a highlight of your shoot in Stockcross.
- Live events and broadcasts
- Crew lunches at base
- Crew morale days
Book the van in Stockcross
Should I sort the food myself?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
How our film set catering works in Stockcross
The van needs level, firm ground at the unit base, and a route the van can manage. We are frequently asked to cater crew lunches at base and commercials and music videos, serving mushy peas, pie and chips and cod and chips.
For a shoot in a place like Stockcross, tracks and soft ground need checking. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Area
- Stockcross (RG20)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Towns and villages near Stockcross
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Planning a shoot in Stockcross
Stockcross is about 3 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. For shoots in Stockcross, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Stockcross. Stockcross is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Stockcross to Reading (17 miles away).
Central London is about 55 miles from Stockcross, within easy reach for London-based crews. Crew coming by rail can use the station: Newbury station is about 2.6 miles away.
This part of West Berkshire takes in RG20, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. From Ermin Street, Chapel Road and Glebe Lane or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Marsh Benham (1 mile south-west), Wickham Heath (1 mile north-west), Bagnor (1 mile east), Speen (1 mile south-east) and Boxford (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Newbury (3 miles south-east), Thatcham (5 miles east), Burghfield Common (14 miles east), Hungerford (6 miles west), Calcot (14 miles east) and Lambourn (9 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (2.5 miles east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.7 miles east). Within reach you will find Rack Marsh.
- Nearby schools include Trinity School (2.4 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Rising Sun pub (less than half a mile west)
Why choose film set catering in Stockcross?
It is quick to serve within a lunch break with a short menu.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Crew lunches at base
- End-of-shoot parties
- Shoots on location
- Music video shoots
Among the historic houses close to Stockcross are Benham Park (0.6 miles south-east) and Shaw House (2.6 miles east). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether travel is included
- When final numbers are due
- Whether VAT is included
- The cancellation terms
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- A queue area clear of trucks
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Stockcross
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
What a fish and chip van costs
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The minimum booking
- Your choice of menu
- Parking and the way in
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Your date and serving time
- The address or venue name
Send us the date, the address or RG20 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. To get started, use our quote form.
Stockcross questions
Which station is closest to Stockcross?
The closest is Newbury station, roughly 2.6 miles away.
Is Stockcross close to London?
About 55 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van park on grass?
Typically, if it is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do.
Do you come to Stockcross?
Yes, we do. Stockcross is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
A closer look at the menu
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Send final numbers the day before
- Put allergy details in writing
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
Lunch is planned around the call sheet, and a contact keeps us updated.
Plan bins at the unit base.
How the day works
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you’re ready to eat. Daylight is short on winter shoots near Stockcross: sunset is about 4:00pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Ensure the van can get in
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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