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Film and TV set catering in Hayes, Greater London
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Film set catering in Hayes.
- Live events and broadcasts
- Shoots on location
- Commercials and music videos
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Hayes for film and TV crews
Hayes is about 2 miles south of Bromley, in Greater London. For a shoot in Hayes, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. We serve 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 10 miles away.
Historic houses near Hayes include Bromley Palace (2 miles north) and Addington Palace (2.3 miles south-west). Period locations like these generally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Here we cover the BR4 and BR2 postcode area. That could mean a shoot at a home on Hawes Lane, Crest Road and Keswick Road, wherever the van can park. Nearby, we also serve shoots in West Wickham (1 mile west), Coney Hall (1 mile west), Bromley Common (1 mile north-east), Nash (1 mile south) and Eden Park (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also take the van to London (10 miles north-west), City of Westminster (12 miles north-west), Marylebone (12 miles north-west), Kensington (12 miles north-west), St Pancras (12 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (11 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Bethlem Museum of the Mind (1.1 miles east) and The Mall (1.9 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Summer Hill and Hutchinson's Bank.
- Schools near Hayes include Hayes School (0.6 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find New Inn (under half a mile east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Bromley (1.8 miles north)
Film set catering in Hayes, cooked to order
On a long job, a chip van day is a morale boost, alongside regular catering. We serve sausage and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for location shoots and outside broadcasts.
London locations around Hayes can have tight access, so tell us the route and any height limits. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
- Area
- Hayes (BR4, BR2)
- Region
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
For event organisers in Hayes
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Make sure we can reach locations on the day
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
Fewer choices mean faster service.
Plan bins at the unit base.
What a fish and chip van costs
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How far we travel
- The minimum booking
- Numbers
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The address or venue name
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- Clear of the shot and sound
- Level, firm ground at base
As a London location, Hayes is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
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 a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
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What happens on the day
Service is quick: everything is handed over hot from the hatch. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. Light in Hayes lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Occasions we serve in Hayes
It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Seaside and period locations
- Wrap parties
- Ad shoots
- Event crews
For crew arriving by train, there is a station right in Hayes: Hayes (Kent) station.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the price includes, item by item
- The cancellation terms
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- How much space the van takes up
Why choose a fish and chip van in Hayes?
Compared with sandwiches on set, a chip van gives the crew a proper hot meal. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
Why us?
- All the chip-shop extras
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Bookings across Greater London, including Hayes
- Something for crew to gather round
See our prices page or the cost guide.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Hayes
Could you trade in Coney Hall Recreation Ground?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
What’s the nearest station to Hayes?
Hayes has its own station: Hayes (Kent) station.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so it is fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan service around it.
Can you feed supporting artists too?
Yes. Let us know total numbers.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your crew, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Children generally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
When do you arrive?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
- 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