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Film and TV set catering in Ewhurst Green, Surrey
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Ewhurst Green and across Surrey.
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Ad shoots
- Seaside shoots
Planning an event in Ewhurst Green?
Film set catering in Ewhurst Green, cooked to order
Seaside and period locations suit a fish and chip van perfectly. Whether it is end-of-shoot parties and outside broadcasts, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, pie and chips and mushy peas.
Near Ewhurst Green, check tracks and ground for the van with locations. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Location catering around Ewhurst Green
Ewhurst Green is about 7 miles north-west of Horsham, in Surrey. Bookings in Ewhurst Green come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Ewhurst Green is one of 395 places in Surrey where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Ewhurst Green to Guildford (9 miles away).
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Ockley station, about 4.2 miles east. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Ewhurst Green, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles.
This part of Surrey takes in GU6. We can serve a shoot on streets such as Plough Lane and The Green, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Other places close to Ewhurst Green we cover include Ewhurst (1 mile north-west), Mayes Green (1 mile east), Walliswood (2 miles south-east), Cranleigh (2 miles west) and Ellen's Green (3 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (9 miles north-west), Woking (13 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north-east), Horley (12 miles east), Redhill (13 miles north-east) and Reigate (12 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Abinger Castle (4.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Vann Lake and Leith Hill.
- Schools near Ewhurst Green include Hurtwood House (2 miles north)
- Local pubs include Bulls Head pub (0.9 miles north-west)
A chip van compared with other options
Long shoots usually need a full catering unit. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
Why book our van in Ewhurst Green
- Something for crew to gather round
- Hot food handed straight over
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
What happens on the day
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace. Light in Ewhurst Green lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Ensure the van can get in
Ask for a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Planning for dietary needs
Most events have a few crew with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Update numbers if they change
- Share the base location and route
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Confirm allergies by email
Used oil leaves with the van.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
Perfect for your shoot in Ewhurst Green
It works in any weather, which matters on location.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Lunch at the unit base
- Photo shoots
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Outside broadcasts
Central London is about 28 miles from Ewhurst Green.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether there is a minimum
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- VAT, if it applies
- What happens if plans change
Nearby places to Ewhurst Green
Other occasions in Ewhurst Green
Ewhurst Green questions
What’s the nearest station to Ewhurst Green?
The closest is Ockley station, roughly 4.2 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Ewhurst Green?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Do you come to Ewhurst Green?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Ewhurst Green is within our area and the rest of Surrey. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Do you have allergen information?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
What about crew who do not eat fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Children typically love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Ewhurst Green?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your shoot and we’ll send a quote.
Planning the van’s spot
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Permission for the van at base
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
- Space in front of the hatch
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
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
- 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