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Film and TV set catering in Bisley, Surrey
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Bisley and the surrounding area.
- Photo shoots
- Seaside shoots
- Wrap celebrations
Fresh fish and chips in Bisley
Film set catering in Bisley, cooked to order
Locations and the production office can deal with us directly. Popular choices include cod and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas, and we are regularly asked to cater music video shoots and outside broadcasts.
Shoots around Bisley frequently use houses, farms and lanes. Let us know about access. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what we can do.
Crew catering near Bisley
Bisley is about 3 miles west of Woking, in Surrey. For a shoot in Bisley, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Bisley is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Bisley to Guildford (about 6 miles away).
The A322 give trucks and the van a straightforward route to Bisley. Central London is about 26 miles from Bisley, within easy reach for London-based crews.
For shoots in GU24, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. From Hawthorn Way, Germander Drive and Wilcot Close or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. You will find Bisley on the A322, so it is easy for us to reach with the van. For shoots just outside Bisley, we cover Lucas Green (1 mile north-west), West End (1 mile north), Knaphill (1 mile south-east), Sheet's Heath (1 mile south) and Penny Pot (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (6 miles south-east), Woking (3 miles east), Camberley (4 miles west), Farnham (11 miles south-west), Egham (8 miles north-east) and Walton-on-Thames (11 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include The Peacocks (3.3 miles east) and The Museum of The National Rifle Association (1.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Bisley includes Brookwood Lye.
- Local schools include Gordon's School (1.3 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Crown pub (0.9 miles south-east)
More for events in Bisley
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
The process
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Light in Bisley lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- Send us 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.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Getting ready for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Many locations are miles from shops. The van solves that. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book our van in Bisley
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- A quote that spells everything out
- Something for crew to gather round
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Take a look at how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Name a contact in the production office
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Flag any coeliac crew
A short menu keeps the line moving.
A gazebo by the van keeps the line dry.
FAQs for Bisley
Can the van park in Bisley and West End Commons?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Which station is closest to Bisley?
Brookwood station, about 1.6 miles south of the centre.
Do you have documents for productions?
Tell us what the production needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We will talk it through when we quote.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac crew in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can the van come to base?
Typically, if there is level, firm ground. We’ll agree the spot with your location manager.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your shoot and we will send a quote.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
What affects the price in Bisley
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The date and time of year
- Numbers
- Any minimum charge
- Service time
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Who books film set catering in Bisley?
It’s ideal for short jobs.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Bisley, people book us for events such as:
- Music video shoots
- Photo shoots
- Shoots on location
- Seaside shoots
For crew arriving by train, Brookwood station, about 1.6 miles south, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What happens if plans change
- Any minimum charge
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- Clear of the shot and sound
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- 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