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Film Set Catering in Copse Hill
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Film set catering in Copse Hill.
- Seaside shoots
- Ad shoots
- Photo shoots
A chip van near Copse Hill
Location catering around Copse Hill
Copse Hill is about 1 mile south-west of Wimbledon, in Greater London. For shoots in Copse Hill, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. We take the van to 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 8 miles away.
For crew arriving by train, Raynes Park station is about 0.6 miles away.
For shoots in SW20 and SW19, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many crew. From Camp Road, Almer Road and Mckay Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Close by, we cover shoots in Crooked Billet (1 mile north-east), Bushey Mead (1 mile south-east), Motspur Park (1 mile south-west), Wimbledon (1 mile north-east) and Raynes Park (1 mile south). We also serve nearby towns such as London (8 miles north-east), City of Westminster (7 miles north-east), Marylebone (8 miles north-east), Kensington (6 miles north), St Pancras (9 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-east).
A little further out are Atkinson Morley Hospital (under half a mile west) and Southside Wandsworth (3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Copse Hill include Kew Gardens Lake and Henman Hill.
- Schools near Copse Hill include The Norwegian School in London (less than half a mile east) and Ursuline Preparatory School (0.5 miles east)
- Local pubs include Crooked Billet pub (within half a mile north-east)
- Local facilities include Coombe (1.4 miles west)
Film set catering for your shoot in Copse Hill
Location shoots, commercials and wrap parties all suit a chip van. For lunch at the unit base and photo shoots, we’ll put together a menu of haddock and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips and more.
London locations around Copse Hill can have tight access, so tell us the route and any height limits. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
- Area
- Copse Hill (SW20, SW19)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Long shoots usually need a full catering unit. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Why Copse Hill hosts choose us
- Bookings across Greater London, including Copse Hill
- Hot food handed straight over
- Something for crew to gather round
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
See our prices page or the cost guide.
About the food
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips.
Step by step
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot at the agreed time. At midsummer, Copse Hill has light until about 9:20pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
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Questions from Copse Hill
What about parking in Copse Hill?
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 Copse Hill?
The closest is Raynes Park station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
What will the production need?
Every production asks for different things, so ask your production office for the list.
Can you park at the unit base?
Normally, if there is level, firm ground. We will agree the spot with your location manager.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Usually, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Copse Hill.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
What affects the price in Copse Hill
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Your choice of menu
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Any minimum charge
- The number of meals
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The venue or postcode
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- Clear of the shot and sound
As a London location, Copse Hill is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about off-street space or permits.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Copse Hill
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Looking after everyone
Most events have a few crew with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Update numbers if they change
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
- Flag any coeliac crew
Tell us if supporting artists are eating.
A dining area at base helps.
Working with your venue
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
- 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