Greater London · England
Film Set Catering for Monks Orchard events
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew across Monks Orchard and Greater London, cooking to order on site.
- End-of-shoot parties
- Live events and broadcasts
- Location filming
A chip van near Monks Orchard
Planning a shoot in Monks Orchard
Monks Orchard is about 2 miles north-east of Croydon, in Greater London. We take a fish and chip van for the crew to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Monks Orchard and nearby villages. Monks Orchard is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our bookings stretch from Monks Orchard to London (about 8 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Addington Palace (1.8 miles south) and Kingswood House (3.6 miles north). Period locations like these generally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Anywhere in CR0, SE25 and CR9, we can fry fresh for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Long Lane, Poppy Lane and Homer Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Shirley (1 mile south), Shirley Oaks (1 mile west), Addiscombe (1 mile west), Ashburton (1 mile north-west) and Woodside (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as London (8 miles north), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (10 miles north-west), Kensington (10 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north) and Shoreditch (10 miles north).
A little further out are Addiscombe (1.2 miles west) and Crystal Palace Museum (2.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Bramley Bank and Duppas Hill.
- Nearby schools include Orchard Way Primary School (0.6 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Cricketers pub (less than half a mile west)
How our film set catering works in Monks Orchard
The van needs level, firm ground at the unit base, and a route the van can manage. On the menu are cod and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for shoots on location and fashion shoots on location.
In Monks Orchard, access to base can be tight, so send us the route and restrictions. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Location
- Monks Orchard (CR0, SE25, CR9)
- County
- Greater London
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Also near Monks Orchard
What else we do in Monks Orchard
Who books film set catering in Monks Orchard?
It needs no kitchen on location, just a spot at the unit base.
In Monks Orchard and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Shoots on location
- Period dramas on location
- Fashion shoots on location
- Crew lunches at base
For crew arriving by train, Elmers End station, about 1.2 miles north, is the nearest station.
Comparing caterers
- Whether VAT is included
- How many hours the van serves
- Allergen information for each item
- Whether there’s a minimum
What happens on the day
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your crew can wander over to the hatch once service starts. Winter shoots near Monks Orchard chase the light, which goes at about 3:55pm in December.
- You share 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.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Planning help
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- Level, firm ground at base
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
As a London location, Monks Orchard is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about off-street space or permits.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Monks Orchard
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Parking and the way in
- The minimum booking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Numbers
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the event is
- Where the van would park
- A picture of the space and the way in
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Update numbers if they change
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Let us know about coeliac disease
A short menu keeps the line moving in a lunch break.
A gazebo by the van keeps the line dry.
FAQs for Monks Orchard
Can the van park in Ashburton Park?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What’s the nearest station to Monks Orchard?
Elmers End station, about 1.2 miles north of the centre.
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.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before booking.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We will talk it through when we quote.
What about crew who do not eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Ordering takeaway to a location is unreliable. A van cooks at the unit base. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book our van in Monks Orchard
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No surprises in your quote
- Quick service from the hatch
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Organising for someone else?
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
- 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