Oxfordshire · England
Film Set Catering in Wantage
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Wantage? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your crew queue at the hatch.
- Ad shoots
- Fashion shoots on location
- Wrap parties
A chip van near Wantage
How our film set catering works in Wantage
The van needs level, firm ground at the unit base, and a clear route in. For commercials and music videos and live events and broadcasts, we will put together a menu of haddock and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips and more.
Shoots in Wantage often base in car parks. The van suits any of them. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Wantage (OX12)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
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.
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Your choice of menu
- How easy the site is to reach
- How long we serve
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of the parking spot
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and time of the event
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Crew catering near Wantage
Wantage is about 8 miles west of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Wantage is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We serve 443 places across Oxfordshire. We serve events right across the region, from Wantage to Oxford (14 miles away).
Wantage is about 57 miles from central London. Wantage is within about 8 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, so check vehicle rules with locations.
We cover shoots in every part of the OX12 postcode area. Streets in the area include Market Place, Limborough Road and Humber Close, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. You will find Wantage on the A338 and A417, which makes the journey straightforward. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Charlton (1 mile east), East Challow (1 mile west), Letcombe Regis (2 miles south-west), West Challow (2 miles west) and Childrey (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Oxford (14 miles north-east), Didcot (8 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles north-east), Witney (14 miles north), Carterton (14 miles north-west) and Faringdon (8 miles north-west). Wantage is among the bigger towns we cover in Oxfordshire, with lots of choice for shoots.
Well-known places in the area include Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection (1.9 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Letcombe Valley and Chain Hill.
- Local schools include King Alfred's (within half a mile south-west) and Wantage Church of England Primary School (0.5 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find The Abingdon Arms (under half a mile south-east)
Occasions we serve in Wantage
Crews love a chip van day.
In Wantage and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Crew morale days
- End-of-shoot parties
- Shoots on location
- Commercials and music videos
Wantage is on or near the A338 and A417, good for unit base access.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deposit and payment dates
- How allergens are handled
- How much space the van takes up
FAQs for Wantage
How far is Wantage from London?
Roughly 57 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Could you trade in Betjeman Millennium Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you cater wrap parties?
Yes, it is a popular wrap. Tell us the details.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll plan for them.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can the van come to Wantage?
Yes, we do. Wantage is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan service around it.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. 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.
What happens on the day
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we’ll adjust start times and pace to suit your shoot. Daylight is short on winter shoots near Wantage: sunset is about 4:00pm.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Give us a contact for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Get a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Planning help
A chip van compared with other options
Some locations have nowhere to buy food. A van brings lunch to base. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why Wantage hosts choose us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Hot food handed straight over
- A clear quote before you book
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Places near Wantage
What else we do in Wantage
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Agree how the base is left
- Confirm allergies by email
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Give us a map or what3words for base
Fewer choices mean faster service.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
- 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