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Film and TV set catering in Lower Green, Surrey
Film set catering in Lower Green: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Unit base lunches
- Shoots on location
- Seaside and period locations
Film set catering for Lower Green events
About our film set catering in Lower Green
A chip van is a popular crew treat on a long shoot, alongside regular catering. On the menu are haddock and chips, cod and chips and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for crew morale days and lunch at the unit base.
Near Lower Green, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Send final numbers the day before
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Send the unit base address and directions
Used oil leaves with the van.
A chip van wrap party is a great way to finish a shoot.
Common questions in Lower Green
How far is Lower Green from London?
About 14 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Lower Green?
The closest is Esher station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
Can you work to the call sheet?
Yes. Give us a contact for changes, and we’ll adjust where possible.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your shoot and we’ll send a quote.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Where the van can park in Lower Green
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- Room for the crew to queue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Lower Green
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
Working with your venue
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.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Light in Lower 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 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.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Share the timings for the day
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Planning a shoot in Lower Green
Lower Green is about 1 mile north of Esher, in Surrey. Give us the address of your shoot in Lower Green, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. Lower Green is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 13 miles away.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Esher station is about 0.6 miles away. Within reach of Lower Green are historic houses such as Hampton Court Palace (1.9 miles north-east) and The Homewood (2.4 miles south-west). Period locations like these generally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
For shoots in KT10 and KT12, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many crew. Whether your shoot is on Farm Road, Douglas Road and Blair Avenue or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Esher (1 mile south), Weston Green (1 mile east), Molesey (1 mile north-east), Hinchley Wood (1 mile east) and West End (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (13 miles south-west), Woking (10 miles south-west), Epsom (5 miles south-east), Redhill (13 miles south-east), Ewell (5 miles south-east) and Egham (8 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Elmbridge Museum (0.9 miles south) and Bentall Centre (3.4 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include The Lake and The Wood.
- Schools near Lower Green include Esher Church of England High School (0.5 miles south-west) and Milbourne Lodge School (1.2 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include Alma Arms Public House (0.8 miles east)
Why choose film set catering in Lower Green?
It’s self-contained, just a spot at the unit base.
These are some of the bookings we take in Lower Green and Surrey:
- Stills shoots
- Seaside and period locations
- Live events and broadcasts
- Location shoots
Lower Green is roughly 14 miles from central London.
What your quote should include
- If the price includes VAT
- How allergens are handled
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Payment terms and deposit
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How easy the site is to reach
- The menu and how many choices
- Service time
- The minimum booking
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Your date and serving time
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the parking spot
- Allergies and diets you know about
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
Nearby places to Lower Green
Other occasions in Lower Green
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. It is battered and fried to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
- 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