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Film Set Catering in Elm Park
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Elm Park and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Seaside and period locations
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Shoots on location
Fresh fish and chips in Elm Park
Film set catering in Elm Park, cooked to order
On a long shoot day, a good hot lunch keeps morale up. We park at the unit base and cook to order. Typical bookings include stills shoots and period dramas on location, with pie and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips.
In Elm Park, access to base can be tight, so tell us the route and any height limits. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Area
- Elm Park (RM12, RM13)
- Region
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Where the van can park in Elm Park
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- Lighting for early or late service
Elm Park 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 picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
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About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Elm Park?
A full location catering unit suits long shoots with three meals a day. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book with us
- A clear quote before you book
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- No kitchen needed
What a fish and chip van costs
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Parking and the way in
- How many people are eating
- The date and time of year
Larger groups typically cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Your date and serving time
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you will get a clear price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
What happens on the day
Nothing is cooked before it is needed. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. Long summer days in Elm Park, with light until about 9:20pm, suit evening wraps outdoors, while by late September it’s nearer 7:05pm.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for the crew.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Getting a price
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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For event organisers in Elm Park
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Organising a club, school or community event in Elm Park? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Who books film set catering in Elm Park?
It lifts the crew.
Whatever the occasion in Elm Park, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re often booked for:
- Seaside shoots
- Live events and broadcasts
- Wrap celebrations
- Crew morale days
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the closest railway station is Emerson Park station, roughly 1.7 miles north-east of the centre.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether there is a minimum
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Allergen information for each item
Shooting in Elm Park: unit bases and access
Elm Park is about 2 miles south of Romford, in Greater London. Elm Park is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We take the van to 764 places in Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 13 miles away.
Historic houses near Elm Park include Rainham Hall (2.1 miles south) and Hare Hall (2.6 miles north). Period locations like these usually keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
For shoots in RM12 and RM13, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Local streets include Park Lane, Wood Lane and Carfax Road; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Other places close to Elm Park we cover include South Hornchurch (1 mile south-west), Rush Green (2 miles north-west), Dagenham (2 miles west), Romford (2 miles north) and Rainham (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include London (13 miles west), City of Westminster (15 miles west), Marylebone (15 miles west), St Pancras (14 miles west), Shoreditch (12 miles west) and Walthamstow (10 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include St George's Hospital (0.9 miles east) and Hornchurch Urban District (1.5 miles north-east). Within reach you will find The Chase Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College (0.5 miles north-east)
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
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. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Common questions in Elm Park
What’s the nearest station to Elm Park?
The closest is Emerson Park station, roughly 1.7 miles away.
Can the van park in Harrow Lodge Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you feed supporting artists too?
Yes, if they’re in your numbers. Confirm numbers the day before.
Is grass a problem?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What areas do you cover?
We take the van across London and the South East, including Greater London. See all areas.
Can you work to the call sheet?
Yes. Give us a contact for changes, and we’ll work around changes where we can.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
- 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