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Film Set Catering for Earlsfield events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for the crew makes the food a highlight of your shoot in Earlsfield.
- End-of-shoot parties
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Event crews
Planning an event in Earlsfield?
Before you choose a spot
We will be honest if a spot won’t work. The main points are:
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Space in front of the hatch
- Permission for the van at base
Earlsfield 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.
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
How our film set catering works in Earlsfield
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. We are often asked to cater unit base lunches and shoots on location, serving pie and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
Shoots in Earlsfield frequently use streets, yards and car parks as unit bases. 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.
- Where
- Earlsfield (SW18, SW17, SW19)
- Region
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Also near Earlsfield
Other occasions in Earlsfield
Who books film set catering in Earlsfield?
Productions book a chip van because crews love it, especially on long shoots.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Earlsfield, people book us for events such as:
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Live events and broadcasts
- Stills shoots
- Period dramas on location
Historic houses near Earlsfield include Fulham Palace (2.3 miles north-west) and Southside House (2.8 miles south-west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
Questions to ask before booking
- When payment is due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- VAT, if it applies
- What the price includes, item by item
Crew catering near Earlsfield
Earlsfield is about 2 miles north-east of Wimbledon, in Greater London. In and around Earlsfield, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We serve 764 places in Greater London.
For crew arriving by train, Earlsfield station serves Earlsfield directly.
We serve shoots across SW18, SW17 and SW19. We can serve a shoot on streets such as Burr Road, Acuba Road and Mount Road, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Other places close to Earlsfield we cover include Southfields (1 mile north-west), Summerstown (1 mile south), Wandsworth (1 mile north), Tooting Bec (1 mile south-east) and Tooting (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (5 miles north-east), City of Westminster (5 miles north), Marylebone (5 miles north), Kensington (4 miles north), St Pancras (6 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (7 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include St Leonard's (2.6 miles south-east) and London Sewing Machine Museum (1.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Battersea Park Lake and Wandle Meadow Nature Park.
- Nearby schools include Southfields Academy (0.5 miles west) and Hillcroft School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find Leather Bottle pub (0.5 miles south)
The process
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. At midsummer, Earlsfield has light until about 9:20pm.
- First, tell us about your shoot.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Clear the route for the van
Ask for a quote
Still finalising the details? No problem: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Agree the waste plan with locations
- Send final numbers the day before
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
Lunch is planned around the call sheet, with a contact for changes.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
Earlsfield: your questions answered
What about parking in Earlsfield?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We will plan around it.
Can the van park in King George's Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first.
What can crew choose from?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes. Let us know total numbers.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Can the van park on grass?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
A chip van compared with other options
Long shoots typically need a full catering unit. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Classic food your crew already know
- No surprises in your quote
What affects the price in Earlsfield
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The menu and how many choices
- Any minimum charge
- Numbers
- Parking and the way in
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and time of the event
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
Planners, venues and businesses
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
- 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