Greater London · England
Film and TV set catering in Barking Riverside, Greater London
Treat your crew to fresh fish and chips at your shoot in Barking Riverside. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- End-of-shoot parties
- Stills shoots
- Period dramas on location
Film set catering for Barking Riverside events
What the van needs
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space in front of the hatch
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- Permission for the van at base
As a London location, Barking Riverside is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about off-street space or permits.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
Film set catering for your shoot in Barking Riverside
The van needs level, firm ground at the unit base, and a route the van can manage. Whether it’s unit base lunches and wrap celebrations, we will put together a menu of cod and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips for your guests.
London locations around Barking Riverside can have tight access, so tell us the route and any height limits. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
- Location
- Barking Riverside (IG11, RM9)
- County
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Share the base location and route
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
After service, we pack up and get out of the way.
A dining area at base helps.
The process
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. In December, daylight in Barking Riverside ends around 3:50pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. In summer, light lasts until about 9:20pm.
- 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.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Ask for a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Barking Riverside? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. Just use our quote form.
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How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Cod, haddock or both
- The length of service
- How far we travel
- The number of meals
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where the event is
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Your date and serving time
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Barking Riverside, and we will check the date and send a price.
Planning a shoot in Barking Riverside
Barking Riverside is about 1 mile south-east of Barking, in Greater London. People in Barking Riverside book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Barking Riverside is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. Our bookings stretch from Barking Riverside to London (9 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, Barking Riverside station serves Barking Riverside directly.
Anywhere in IG11 and RM9, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your shoot is on Minter Road, Thames Road and Hugget Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to Barking Riverside we cover include Thames View Estate (1 mile north-west), Castle Green (1 mile north-east), Dagenham Dock (1 mile east), Thamesmead (1 mile south-east) and Dagenham Green (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as London (9 miles west), City of Westminster (11 miles west), Marylebone (11 miles west), Kensington (14 miles west), St Pancras (10 miles west) and Shoreditch (8 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Barking Community Hospital (1.2 miles north-west) and East End Women's Museum (1.8 miles north-west). Open spaces near Barking Riverside include Ripple Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Riverside School (less than half a mile east)
- Local facilities include River (1.8 miles east)
Towns and villages near Barking Riverside
More for events in Barking Riverside
Barking Riverside questions
Can the van park in Mayesbrook Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Is parking a problem for the van in Barking Riverside?
London parking needs planning: let us know about off-street space or permits. We’ll plan around it.
Can you feed supporting artists too?
Yes, include them in numbers. Tell us the day before.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
What paperwork do you provide?
Send us your supplier requirements.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Occasions we serve in Barking Riverside
It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Barking Riverside book the van for events such as:
- Wrap celebrations
- Outside broadcasts
- Seaside and period locations
- Lunch at the unit base
Nearby historic houses include Eastbury Manor House (1 mile north-west) and Rainham Hall (3.4 miles east). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
Before booking anyone
- When final numbers are due
- The deposit and payment dates
- The cancellation terms
- Any travel, parking or access charges
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Many locations are miles from shops. A van brings lunch to base. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book our van in Barking Riverside
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- A clear quote before you book
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.
For event organisers in Barking Riverside
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.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
- 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