West Berkshire · England
Film Set Catering in Stone Copse
Bring the chip shop to your shoot in Stone Copse. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- End-of-shoot parties
- Location shoots
Fresh fish and chips in Stone Copse
Film set catering in Stone Copse, cooked to order
A chip van is a popular crew treat on a long shoot. Whether it is shoots on location and photo shoots, we can cook mushy peas, sausage and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
Near Stone Copse, check tracks and ground for the van with locations. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what we can do before booking.
- Where
- Stone Copse (RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Why choose a fish and chip van in Stone Copse?
For a crew treat, a fish and chip van is a great choice. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
Why Stone Copse hosts choose us
- Hot food handed straight over
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Stone Copse: your questions answered
Do you come to venues in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Could you trade in Victoria Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll plan for them.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes. Just tell us who counts.
What paperwork do you provide?
Every production asks for different things, so send us the list.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Where does the van go on location?
Usually, if there is level, firm ground. Locations will decide where.
Where the van can park in Stone Copse
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 route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- Level, firm ground at base
- Clear of the shot and sound
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Stone Copse
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
How the day works
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, we hold off cooking until you’re ready, so nothing is cooked before it is needed. Winter shoots near Stone Copse chase the light, which goes at about 4:00pm in December, so lunch at base is frequently in daylight but a wrap meal is not.
- Send us 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.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or RG18 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
Who books film set catering in Stone Copse?
It is a morale boost on a tough day.
These are some of the bookings we take in Stone Copse and West Berkshire:
- Seaside and period locations
- Lunch at the unit base
- Live events and broadcasts
- Shoots on location
Stone Copse is roughly 52 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- What the price includes, item by item
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Allergen information for each item
Towns and villages near Stone Copse
More for events in Stone Copse
Looking after everyone
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Update numbers if they change
- Put allergy details in writing
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Have a back-up for special diets
Fewer choices mean faster service in a lunch break.
A chip van wrap party is a great way to finish a shoot.
Shooting in Stone Copse: unit bases and access
Stone Copse is about 2 miles north-east of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Around Stone Copse, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground, close to your crew. Stone Copse is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 14 miles away.
Within reach of Stone Copse are historic houses such as Shaw House (1 mile south-west) and Benham Park (3.3 miles west). Period locations like these usually keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. For crew arriving by train, Newbury Racecourse station, about 1.5 miles south, is the nearest station. Stone Copse is within about 8 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
For shoots in RG18, we just need to know where the van can park. For shoots just outside Stone Copse, we cover Benham Hill (1 mile south), Ashmore Green (1 mile east), Cold Ash (1 mile east), Curridge (2 miles north) and Longlane (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Burghfield Common (10 miles east), Hungerford (10 miles west), Spencers Wood (14 miles east), Calcot (11 miles east), Lambourn (12 miles north-west) and Burghfield Hill (10 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include West Berkshire Community Hospital (0.9 miles south) and British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (1.7 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Nature Discovery Centre.
- Nearby schools include Trinity School (1.1 miles west) and Trinity School (1.1 miles west)
What affects the price in Stone Copse
These are the factors that matter most:
- How far we travel
- Cod, haddock or both
- Service time
- Parking and the way in
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the parking spot
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
- 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