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Film Set Catering in Hornchurch Marshes
Treat your crew to fresh fish and chips at your shoot in Hornchurch Marshes. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Stills shoots
- Location shoots
- Ad shoots
Book the van in Hornchurch Marshes
About our film set catering in Hornchurch Marshes
Fried-to-order service suits a lunch break, without needing a kitchen on location. On the menu are cod and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips, and we are often booked for commercials and music videos and photo shoots.
In Hornchurch Marshes, unit bases are often in car parks or yards. Locations will have the parking arrangements. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Location
- Hornchurch Marshes (RM13, RM9, RM10)
- Region
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
How it works
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. In December, daylight in Hornchurch Marshes ends around 3:50pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:20pm.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Share the timings for the day
Getting a price
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
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Perfect for your shoot in Hornchurch Marshes
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Ad shoots
- Outside broadcasts
- Stills shoots
- Crew treats on long shoot days
Within reach of Hornchurch Marshes are historic houses such as Rainham Hall (1.1 miles east) and Eastbury Manor House (3 miles west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is included
- How much space the van takes up
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Why choose a fish and chip van in Hornchurch Marshes?
Wrap parties add up. A van makes a relaxed wrap. 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. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book our van in Hornchurch Marshes
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A quote that spells everything out
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Common questions in Hornchurch Marshes
Is parking a problem for the van in Hornchurch Marshes?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We’ll work around it.
Which station is closest to Hornchurch Marshes?
Dagenham Dock station, about 1 mile north-west of the centre.
Can you feed visitors on set?
Yes, include them in numbers. Confirm numbers the day before.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
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.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and it’s a favourite with children.
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Clear of the shot and sound
- Lighting for early or late service
- Space in front of the hatch
Hornchurch Marshes is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
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What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Parking and the way in
- How long we serve
- Whether a minimum applies
- The menu and how many choices
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of where the van would go
- Roughly how many people, including children
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Hornchurch Marshes? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Location catering around Hornchurch Marshes
Hornchurch Marshes is about 2 miles south of Dagenham, in Greater London. Shoots in Hornchurch Marshes are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Hornchurch Marshes is one of 764 places in Greater London where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Hornchurch Marshes to London (about 11 miles away).
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Dagenham Dock station, about 1 mile north-west.
We cover shoots in every part of RM13, RM9 and RM10. From Frog Lane, Consul Avenue and Fairlane Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to Hornchurch Marshes we cover include Beam Park (1 mile north-east), Dagenham Green (1 mile north-west), Dagenham Dock (1 mile west), South Hornchurch (1 mile north-east) and Rainham (1 mile east). We also serve nearby towns such as London (11 miles west), City of Westminster (14 miles west), Marylebone (13 miles west), St Pancras (12 miles west), Shoreditch (10 miles west) and Walthamstow (9 miles north-west).
A little further out are Erith and District Hospital (2.8 miles south) and Gallions Reach Shopping Park (3.7 miles west). The countryside around Hornchurch Marshes includes Crossness Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Beam Primary School (0.7 miles north)
- Other local spots include River (0.6 miles north-west)
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Name a contact in the production office
- Give us a map or what3words for base
A short menu keeps the line moving in a lunch break.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
- 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