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Film Set Catering for Eltham events
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for the crew turns food into part of your shoot in Eltham.
- Seaside and period locations
- Location filming
- Crew treats on long shoot days
Book the van in Eltham
Why choose film set catering in Eltham?
It works in any weather, which matters on location.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Shoots on location
- Stills shoots
- Event crews
Crew coming by rail can use the station: there’s a station right in Eltham: Mottingham station.
Questions to ask before you book
- How many hours the van serves
- Allergen information for each item
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether there is a minimum
Film set catering for your shoot in Eltham
A chip van is a popular crew treat on a long shoot, alongside regular catering. For fashion shoots on location and seaside shoots, we can cook mushy peas, cod and chips and haddock and chips for your guests.
Shoots in Eltham frequently use streets, yards and car parks as unit bases. The location manager will arrange the van’s spot. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Location
- Eltham (SE9, SE12, DA15, BR7)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
More for events in Eltham
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- The location’s agreement
- A clear route to base
- A queue area clear of trucks
As a London location, Eltham 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 will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Eltham
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Distance and any road charges
- The date and time of year
- The length of service
- How many people are eating
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Where the van would park
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the parking spot
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Share the base location and route
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Agree the waste plan with locations
We work to the lunch time on the call sheet, and a contact keeps us updated.
A gazebo by the van keeps the line dry.
How it works
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we are hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. At midsummer, Eltham has light until about 9:20pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Get permission for the van from the venue
How to get a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Eltham? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. Just use our quote form.
Planning help
Common questions in Eltham
Which station is closest to Eltham?
Eltham has its own station: Mottingham station.
What about parking in Eltham?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We’ll plan around it.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Do you cater wrap parties?
Yes, it’s a popular wrap. Tell us the details.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Eltham.
Shooting in Eltham: unit bases and access
Eltham is about 7 miles west of Dartford, in Greater London. We cover Eltham 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. You can also see our page for London, about 8 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Eltham Palace (under half a mile north-west) and Danson House (2.8 miles east). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. The A20 and B263 give trucks and the van a straightforward route to Eltham.
Anywhere in SE9, SE12, DA15 and BR7, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your shoot could be at a house on Eltham High Street, Tarnwood Park and Elmslie Court or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Being close to the A20 and B263, Eltham is simple for us to get to for your shoot. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Middle Park (1 mile west), New Eltham (1 mile south-east), Well Hall (1 mile north), Coldharbour (1 mile south) and Avery Hill (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also take the van to London (8 miles north-west), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (10 miles north-west), Kensington (12 miles west), St Pancras (9 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (8 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Eltham Community Hospital (less than half a mile north) and Metropolitan Police Museum (2.1 miles east). The countryside around Eltham includes The Tarn and Summer Hill.
- Schools near Eltham include Eltham Church of England Primary School (0.5 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Greyhound Public House (within half a mile north)
Should I sort the food myself?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. It’s battered and fried to order.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
For event organisers in Eltham
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
- 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