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Film and TV set catering in Capel, Surrey
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for the crew in Capel and the surrounding area.
- Stills shoots
- Crew lunches at base
- Period dramas on location
Fresh fish and chips in Capel
Film set catering for your shoot in Capel
Shoot days are long, and a hot lunch on time matters. A fish and chip van parks at the unit base and fries to order. Popular choices include mushy peas, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and we are frequently booked for music video shoots and treat days on a long shoot.
For a shoot in a place like Capel, tracks and soft ground need checking. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Capel
How far is Capel from London?
Roughly 26 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Capel?
Ockley station, about 0.6 miles west of the centre.
Can you feed supporting artists too?
Yes, include them in numbers. Tell us the day before.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so it is fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Where does the van go on location?
Normally, if there’s level, firm ground. We will agree the spot with your location manager.
Takeaway run or book a van?
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.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Towns and villages near Capel
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Location catering around Capel
Capel is about 5 miles south of Dorking, in Surrey. We serve shoots at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Capel and nearby villages. We cover all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 13 miles away.
Capel is roughly 26 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Capel, so check vehicle rules with locations.
We cover shoots in every part of RH5 and the streets around it. We can serve a shoot on streets such as The Street, Laundry Way and Bakers Way or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. For shoots just outside Capel, we cover Ockley (2 miles west), Beare Green (2 miles north), Paynes Green (2 miles south-west), Kingsfold (2 miles south) and Holmwood Corner (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (13 miles north-west), Epsom (13 miles north), Horley (7 miles east), Redhill (9 miles north-east), Ewell (14 miles north) and Reigate (8 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Horsham Hospital (5.6 miles south). The countryside around Capel includes Leith Hill and Warnham LNR.
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your shoot in Capel. Light in Capel lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, use our quote form.
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For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
A chip van compared with other options
For a crew lunch people will remember, a fish and chip van is a great choice. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- All the chip-shop extras
- Bookings across Surrey, including Capel
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
See our prices page and the cost guide.
About the food
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Where the van can park in Capel
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- A clear route to base
- Room for the crew to queue
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Capel
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
Occasions we serve in Capel
Productions book a chip van because crews love it, especially on long shoots.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Capel and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Period dramas on location
- Location filming
- Ad shoots
- Treat days on a long shoot
For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Ockley station, roughly 0.6 miles west of the centre.
Before you book anyone
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Whether there’s a minimum
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- How late numbers can change
What affects the price in Capel
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Any minimum charge
- Parking and the way in
- The length of service
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.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the parking spot
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Your date and serving time
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
- 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