Greater London · England
Film and TV set catering in Crofton, Greater London
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew across Crofton and Greater London, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Wrap celebrations
- Photo shoots
- Crew morale days
Planning an event in Crofton?
Why choose film set catering in Crofton?
It lifts the crew.
Whatever the occasion in Crofton, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Crew lunches at base
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Ad shoots
- Location filming
Nearby historic houses include Bromley Palace (3.2 miles north-west) and Down House (3.2 miles south). Period locations like these usually keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens if plans change
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Film set catering in Crofton, fried fresh
We need a level, firm spot at base, and a clear route in. Typical bookings include stills shoots and event crews, with pie and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
London locations around Crofton can have tight access, so send us the route and restrictions. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
- Where
- Crofton (BR6, BR5)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Step by step
The first sign we’ve arrived is usually the smell. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. Sunset in Crofton is about 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
How to get a price
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
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What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The minimum booking
- How far we travel
- How many people are eating
- The date and time of year
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- A photo of the parking spot
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Your date and serving time
- Anything awkward about the way in
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Crofton, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Space, access and the venue
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Light near the van if needed
- Room for the crew to queue
- Permission for the van at base
Crofton 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’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
FAQs for Crofton
Can the van park in Jubilee Country Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your crew, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for crew are worth planning.
What will the production need?
Productions vary, so ask your production office for the list and we’ll go through it.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
Do you cover Crofton?
We do. We serve events in Crofton and across Greater London. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Also in Crofton
Crew catering near Crofton
Crofton is about 1 mile south-west of Orpington, in Greater London. We cover Crofton as standard, so your shoot just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 11 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, Orpington station is in Crofton itself. Crofton is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so check vehicle rules with locations.
For shoots in BR6 and BR5, we just need to know where the van can park. From Grange Road, Reed Avenue and Gumping Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Broom Hill (1 mile north-east), Locksbottom (1 mile west), Petts Wood (1 mile north), Farnborough (1 mile south) and Green Street Green (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as London (11 miles north-west), City of Westminster (14 miles north-west), Marylebone (14 miles north-west), Kensington (15 miles north-west), St Pancras (14 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (12 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Orpington Hospital (1.1 miles south-east) and Crofton Roman Villa (within half a mile south-east). Within reach you’ll find Summer Hill and The Warren.
- Schools near Crofton include Newstead Wood School (0.6 miles south) and The Priory School (1.5 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Maxwell pub (0.5 miles south-east)
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger crew and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
A chip van compared with other options
A full location catering unit suits long shoots with three meals a day. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What you get with us
- We cover Crofton and the whole of Greater London
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- A clear quote before booking
Read our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Plan bins and waste at base
We clear up quickly after lunch.
A chip van wrap party is a great way to finish a shoot.
- 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