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Film and TV set catering in Bishopsgate, Greater London
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Bishopsgate and the surrounding area.
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Live events and broadcasts
- Commercials and music videos
A chip van near Bishopsgate
Film set catering in Bishopsgate, cooked to order
Fried-to-order service suits a lunch break, with no kitchen needed on site. Typical bookings include event crews and ad shoots, with mushy peas, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
Shoots in Bishopsgate often use streets, yards and car parks as unit bases. Locations will have the parking arrangements, often with council permission. We cook inside the van, right where your crew are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
- Where
- Bishopsgate (E1, EC2A, EC1Y)
- Region
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Why choose film set catering in Bishopsgate?
It’s ideal for short jobs.
In Bishopsgate and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Fashion shoots on location
- Outside broadcasts
- Shoots on location
- Crew treats on long shoot days
With the A3 and A10 nearby, Bishopsgate is easy for the van and the trucks to reach.
Before booking anyone
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- How much space the van takes up
Shooting in Bishopsgate: unit bases and access
Bishopsgate is about 1 mile north-east of London, in Greater London. We park up at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Bishopsgate and nearby villages. We serve 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
Historic houses near Bishopsgate include Mansion House (under half a mile south-west) and Dr Johnson's House (1.1 miles west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. For cast and crew travelling by train, London Liverpool Street station serves Bishopsgate directly.
Shoots anywhere in E1, EC2A and EC1Y start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many crew. From Bush Lane, Swan Lane and Love Lane or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. You’ll find Bishopsgate on the A3 and A10, so it is easy for us to reach with the van. If your venue is just outside Bishopsgate, we also cover Aldgate (1 mile south-east), Spitalfields (1 mile east), City of London (1 mile west), Tower Hill (1 mile south) and Whitechapel (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include City of Westminster (3 miles west), Marylebone (3 miles west), Kensington (5 miles west), Walthamstow (5 miles north-east), Hampstead (5 miles north-west) and Ruislip (15 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Gabriel's Wharf (1.2 miles south-west) and Tower of London (0.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include St. James's Park Lake and Tower Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Aldgate School (under half a mile south-east) and Central Foundation Boys' School (0.7 miles north)
- Local pubs include White Hart pub (under half a mile north-east)
- Other local spots include Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives (within half a mile north-east) and County of London (within half a mile west)
What happens on the day
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we’ve agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. Daylight is short on winter shoots near Bishopsgate: sunset is about 3:55pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Agree how the base is left
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
A short menu keeps the line moving.
Plan bins at the unit base.
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- The minimum booking
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How long we serve
- The menu and how many choices
Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The venue or postcode
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Bishopsgate, and we will check the date and send a price.
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Towns and villages near Bishopsgate
Other occasions in Bishopsgate
FAQs for Bishopsgate
Is parking a problem for the van in Bishopsgate?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We will work around it.
Which station is closest to Bishopsgate?
Bishopsgate has its own station: London Liverpool Street station.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes, include them in numbers. Confirm numbers the day before.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Is grass a problem?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
For a crew lunch people will remember, a chip van is hard to beat in Bishopsgate. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
Why book with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- No kitchen needed
- Hot food handed straight over
See our pricing and the cost guide.
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
- 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