West Berkshire · England
Film Set Catering for Wickham Heath events
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for the crew turns food into part of your shoot in Wickham Heath.
- End-of-shoot parties
- Stills shoots
- Location filming
Fresh fish and chips in Wickham Heath
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Film set catering for your shoot in Wickham Heath
A chip van fits right in at seaside locations. For event crews and stills shoots, we can cook sausage and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips for your guests.
For a shoot in a place like Wickham Heath, tracks and soft ground need checking with locations. You’ll know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Area
- Wickham Heath (RG20)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
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Wickham Heath: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Wickham Heath?
Kintbury station, about 2.7 miles south-west of the centre.
How far is Wickham Heath from London?
Roughly 56 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van come to base?
Yes, wherever locations agree.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do you come to Wickham Heath?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Wickham Heath. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac crew in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
How long will the queue be?
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 to keep the queue moving.
Perfect for your shoot in Wickham Heath
It works in any weather.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Seaside and period locations
- Location filming
- Music video shoots
Central London is about 56 miles from Wickham Heath.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Allergen information for each item
- When payment is due
Planning the van’s spot
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- The location’s agreement
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Step by step
The first sign we have arrived is typically the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. At midsummer, Wickham Heath has light until about 9:25pm, while by late September it is nearer 7:10pm.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- We check access and send a quote.
- Parking and arrival are agreed with locations.
- We set up at the unit base and fry to order for the lunch break.
- Afterwards we pack up and leave the unit base clean.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or RG20 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you’ll get a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
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About the food
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van makes a relaxed wrap. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No kitchen needed
- We cover Wickham Heath and the whole of West Berkshire
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
What affects the price in Wickham Heath
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The date and time of year
- How long we serve
- How easy the site is to reach
- Any minimum charge
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The address or venue name
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability right away.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we cannot meet
- Share the base location and route
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
We clear up quickly after lunch.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
Planning a shoot in Wickham Heath
Wickham Heath is about 4 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. In and around Wickham Heath, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your crew. Wickham Heath is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading, about 18 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, Kintbury station, about 2.7 miles south-west, is the nearest station. Historic houses near Wickham Heath include Benham Park (1.8 miles south-east) and Shaw House (3.5 miles east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
This part of West Berkshire takes in RG20, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. If your venue is just outside Wickham Heath, we also cover Stockcross (1 mile south-east), Boxford (1 mile north-east), Marsh Benham (2 miles south), Bagnor (2 miles south-east) and Winterbourne (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (4 miles south-east), Thatcham (6 miles east), Burghfield Common (14 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles south-east), Hungerford (5 miles west) and Calcot (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (3.5 miles south-east) and Hamstead Marshall 3 (1.9 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Sole Common Pond.
- Pubs nearby include The Bell pub (0.9 miles north)
- 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