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Film Set Catering in Cranford
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Cranford? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Stills shoots
- Ad shoots
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Film set catering for your shoot in Cranford
On a long job, a chip van day is a morale boost, alongside regular catering. On the menu are mushy peas, pie and chips and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for event crews and shoots on location.
In Cranford, unit bases are frequently in car parks or yards. Locations will have the parking arrangements, often with council permission. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Area
- Cranford (TW4, TW5, UB3)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Where the van can park in Cranford
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Permission for the van at base
- A clear route to base
- Room for the crew to queue
As a London location, Cranford is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
Also in Cranford
Planning a shoot in Cranford
Cranford is about 2 miles north of Feltham, in Greater London. We cover Cranford as standard, so your shoot just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We take the van to all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Cranford to London (about 14 miles away).
Within reach of Cranford are historic houses such as Osterley House (2.6 miles east) and Boston Manor (4 miles east). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
This part of Greater London takes in TW4, TW5 and UB3, and we can serve your shoot anywhere in it. Whether your shoot is on Ely Road, Park Lane and The Avenue or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Hatton (1 mile south-west), Harlington (1 mile north-west), Heathrow (2 miles west), Feltham (2 miles south) and Sipson (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also take the van to London (14 miles east), City of Westminster (11 miles east), Marylebone (12 miles east), Kensington (9 miles east), St Pancras (13 miles east) and Shoreditch (15 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Treaty Centre (2 miles east) and Municipal Borough of Heston and Isleworth (2.5 miles east). Open spaces near Cranford include Garden Lake and Northala Fields.
- Local schools include Cranford Community College (0.8 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Queen's Head pub (0.6 miles north)
Why choose a fish and chip van in Cranford?
A full location catering unit suits long shoots with three meals a day. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
What you get with us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Something for crew to gather round
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Why choose film set catering in Cranford?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We are frequently booked for:
- Commercials and music videos
- Seaside shoots
- Event crews
- Crew lunches at base
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Hayes & Harlington station is about 1.9 miles away.
Before you book anyone
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Any minimum charge
- The deposit and payment dates
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Send the unit base address and directions
We take our used oil and waste with us.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Cranford questions
Can the van park in Hounslow Heath?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Check with them first.
What’s the nearest station to Cranford?
Hayes & Harlington station, about 1.9 miles north of the centre.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for crew.
Can you feed supporting artists too?
Yes, include them in numbers. Tell us the day before.
What paperwork do you provide?
Productions vary, so send us the list and we will go through it.
What if lunch moves?
Yes. Give us a contact for changes, and we will work around changes where we can.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The number of meals
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Your choice of menu
- The minimum booking
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
The more we know about your shoot, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Your date and serving time
- Roughly how many people, including children
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. To get started, use our quote form.
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
Step by step
Here’s how the day normally runs: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and we serve hot from the hatch at the agreed time. Winter shoots near Cranford chase the light, which goes at about 3:55pm in December.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, use our quote form.
Read more
- 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