Greater London · England
Film Set Catering for Catford events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Catford and across Greater London.
- Period dramas on location
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Event crews
Fresh fish and chips in Catford
About our film set catering in Catford
Locations and the production office can deal with us directly. For stills shoots and crew morale days, we can cook pie and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas.
Shoots in Catford frequently use streets, yards and car parks as unit bases. The location manager will arrange the van’s spot, frequently with council permission. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
- Where
- Catford (SE6, BR1)
- Region
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- The location’s agreement
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
Catford 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 before booking.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Why choose film set catering in Catford?
Crews love a chip van day, especially on long shoots.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Outside broadcasts
- Wrap celebrations
- Crew morale days
- Ad shoots
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Catford Bridge station is about 0.5 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- When payment is due
- When final numbers are due
- A clear list of what’s included
- The cancellation terms
Step by step
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we’ve agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. On a winter shoot near Catford, the light goes by about 3:55pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. In summer, light lasts until about 9:20pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Plan where the queue will stand
How to get a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Location catering around Catford
Catford is about 5 miles east of Streatham, in Greater London. From the centre of Catford to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London.
Nearby historic houses include Eltham Palace (2.8 miles east) and Queen's House (2.8 miles north). Period locations like these normally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Shoots anywhere in SE6 and BR1 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. From Bargery Road, Penerley Road and Inchmery Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to Catford we cover include Bellingham (1 mile south-west), Southend (1 mile south-west), Ladywell (1 mile north), Hither Green (1 mile north-east) and Bell Green (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (5 miles north-west), City of Westminster (8 miles north-west), Marylebone (8 miles north-west), Kensington (9 miles north-west), St Pancras (7 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (6 miles north-west).
A little further out are Prefab Museum (0.7 miles south-east) and Lewisham Shopping Centre (1.4 miles north). Within reach you will find Downham Woodland Walk and Knight's Hill.
- Nearby schools include Conisborough College (0.5 miles south) and Trinity Church of England School (1.4 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The London & Rye pub (within half a mile north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Nunhead (2.5 miles north-west)
Why choose a fish and chip van in Catford?
Wrap parties add up. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. Larger groups generally 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.
Why Catford hosts choose us
- We cover Catford and the whole of Greater London
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Hot food handed straight over
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
What affects the price in Catford
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- How easy the site is to reach
- How far we travel
- The length of service
- The date and time of year
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and when you’d like to eat
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Catford: your questions answered
What about parking in Catford?
London parking needs planning: let us know about off-street space or permits. We’ll plan around it.
Which station is closest to Catford?
The closest is Catford Bridge station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
Do you do wrap parties?
We do. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
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.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Catford.
Can the van come to base?
Yes, wherever locations agree; we’ll check the route.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Confirm allergies by email
- Plan an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
We work to the lunch time on the call sheet, and a contact keeps us updated.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
- 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