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Film and TV set catering in Kennington, Greater London
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in Kennington.
- Location filming
- Music video shoots
- Unit base lunches
A chip van near Kennington
How it works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your shoot in Kennington. In December, daylight in Kennington ends around 3:55pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:20pm.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- We check access and send a quote.
- We arrange the van’s spot at the unit base with locations.
- We serve hot from the hatch when lunch is called.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Give us a contact for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Get a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Kennington? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
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Film set catering in Kennington, fried fresh
Schedules move, so give us a contact on the day and we’ll work around it. Popular choices include pie and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for crew treats on long shoot days and crew lunches at base.
In Kennington, access to base can be tight, so tell us the route and any height limits. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Location
- Kennington (SW8, SW1P, SE11)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Why choose a fish and chip van in Kennington?
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Events in Kennington and across Greater London
- No surprises in your quote
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Quick service from the hatch
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Should I sort the food myself?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Who books film set catering in Kennington?
Crews love a chip van day.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Crew morale days
- Seaside and period locations
- Location filming
- Ad shoots
Kennington is on or near the A203 and A3204, good for unit base access.
What your quote should include
- The cancellation terms
- What the price includes, item by item
- VAT, if it applies
- The service time, and the cost of running over
Shooting in Kennington: unit bases and access
Kennington is about 2 miles south-west of London, in Greater London. Kennington is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We serve 764 places in Greater London.
Among the historic houses close to Kennington are Buckingham Palace (1.7 miles north-west) and Clarence House (1.8 miles north-west). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. For crew arriving by train, there is a station right in Kennington: Vauxhall station.
Anywhere in SW8, SW1P and SE11, we can fry fresh for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your shoot could be at a house on Kay Road, Lett Road and Rita Road, wherever the van can park. Being close to the A203 and A3204, Kennington is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Oval (1 mile north), South Lambeth (1 mile south-west), Little Portugal (1 mile south), North Brixton (1 mile south-east) and Vauxhall (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include City of Westminster (3 miles north-west), Marylebone (3 miles north-west), Kensington (4 miles west), St Pancras (3 miles north), Shoreditch (4 miles north-east) and Walthamstow (8 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Type Museum (0.5 miles south) and The Gordon Hospital (1 mile north-west). The countryside around Kennington includes Bellenden Road Nature Garden and Ludgate Hill.
- Nearby schools include Archbishop Tenison's Church of England School (less than half a mile north-east) and St Peter's School (less than half a mile north)
- Pubs nearby include Crown and Thistle pub (under half a mile south-west)
- Other local spots include Lambeth Palace Library (1.1 miles north) and City and Liberty of Westminster (1.3 miles north)
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What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Any minimum charge
- Parking and the way in
- The number of meals
- The date and time of year
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A photo of the parking spot
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Permission for the van at base
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
Kennington is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
FAQs for Kennington
What about parking in Kennington?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We’ll work around it.
What’s the nearest station to Kennington?
Vauxhall station, in Kennington itself.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Where does the van go on location?
Yes, on level ground at base; we’ll check the route.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Is grass a problem?
Normally, if it is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we’ll reply with a price.
- 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