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Film Set Catering for Botany Bay events
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Botany Bay and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Ad shoots
- Outside broadcasts
Film set catering in Botany Bay
How our film set catering works in Botany Bay
A chip van fits right in at seaside locations. On the menu are pie and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater fashion shoots on location and outside broadcasts.
In Botany Bay, access to base can be tight, so send us the route and restrictions. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
- Location
- Botany Bay (EN2)
- County
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How the day works
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Your crew can wander over to the hatch once service starts. Winter shoots near Botany Bay chase the light, which goes at about 3:50pm in December, so lunch at base is frequently in daylight but a wrap meal isn’t.
- It starts with the unit base, dates and numbers.
- We check the route and the unit base and send a price.
- We arrange the van’s spot at the unit base with locations.
- We cook to order through the crew’s lunch break.
- Afterwards we pack up and leave the unit base clean.
Preparing for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Have a level parking spot ready
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
What affects the price in Botany Bay
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Cod, haddock or both
- Whether a minimum applies
- The date and time of year
- The length of service
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The address or venue name
- Expected numbers
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where you’d like the van to go
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Botany Bay? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Shooting in Botany Bay: unit bases and access
Botany Bay is in Greater London. Whether your shoot is in the middle of Botany Bay or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We serve 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Botany Bay to London (12 miles away).
Historic houses near Botany Bay include Forty Hall (2.5 miles east) and Wyllyotts Manor (3.2 miles north-west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. Botany Bay is on or near the A1005, good for unit base access.
We serve shoots across the EN2 postcode area and the streets around it. From The Ridgeway and East Lodge Lane or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Being close to the A1005, Botany Bay is simple for us to get to for your shoot. Other places close to Botany Bay we cover include Cockfosters (2 miles south-west), Grange Park (2 miles south-east), Hadley Wood (2 miles south-west), World's End (2 miles south) and Oakwood (2 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to London (12 miles south), City of Westminster (11 miles south), Marylebone (11 miles south), Kensington (13 miles south), St Pancras (10 miles south) and Shoreditch (11 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Museum of Enfield (2.7 miles south-east) and Chase Farm Hospital (1.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Fir and Pond Woods and Bowyer's Water.
- Nearby schools include Highlands School (2.1 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Robin Hood pub (within half a mile south)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Enfield (1.6 miles east)
A closer look at the menu
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Looking after everyone
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Make sure we can reach locations on the day
We work to the lunch time on the call sheet, and a contact keeps us updated.
A gazebo by the van keeps the line dry.
Events we cater in Botany Bay
It works in any weather, which matters on location.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Botany Bay and Greater London:
- Crew lunches at base
- Event crews
- Location shoots
- Treat days on a long shoot
For crew arriving by train, Crews Hill station, about 1 mile north-east, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- If the price includes VAT
- Any minimum charge
- How many hours the van serves
Common questions in Botany Bay
Can the van park in Trent Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What’s the nearest station to Botany Bay?
Crews Hill station, about 1 mile north-east of the centre.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for crew are worth planning.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a picture if you can.
Do you do wrap parties?
We do. It’s a great way to end a shoot.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can you feed supporting artists too?
Of course. Just tell us who counts.
Where the van can park in Botany Bay
If a spot is not suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Space in front of the hatch
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- Light near the van if needed
Botany Bay is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
- 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