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Film and TV set catering in Puddledock, Greater London
Looking for a fish and chip van for the crew in Puddledock? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your crew queue at the hatch.
- Photo shoots
- Outside broadcasts
- Crew lunches at base
Book the van in Puddledock
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce and it is on the menu.
Film set catering in Puddledock, fried fresh
Everything is cooked as crew come up, so lunch is hot and fresh. Popular choices include cod and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips, and we’re often booked for treat days on a long shoot and lunch at the unit base.
Shoots in Puddledock often use streets, yards and car parks as unit bases. The location manager will arrange the van’s spot, often with council permission. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Where
- Puddledock (TN16)
- Region
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
We will give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Your choice of menu
- The date and time of year
- Whether a minimum applies
- How far we travel
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- The venue or postcode
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Where you’d like the van to go
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Perfect for your shoot in Puddledock
It’s self-contained, just a spot at the unit base.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Puddledock, people book us for occasions like:
- Lunch at the unit base
- Fashion shoots on location
- Crew morale days
- Event crews
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Edenbridge station, about 2.5 miles south-west.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Allergen information for each item
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- VAT, if it applies
Shooting in Puddledock: unit bases and access
Puddledock is about 4 miles east of Oxted, in Greater London. For shoots in Puddledock, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London. We serve events right across the region, from Puddledock to London (20 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Chartwell (0.6 miles north-west) and Quebec House (2.1 miles north). Period locations like these typically keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Puddledock, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Shoots anywhere in TN16 start with a parking spot for the van. Other places close to Puddledock we cover include Pootings (1 mile south-west), Crockham Hill (1 mile west), Goodley Stock (2 miles west), Four Elms (2 miles south) and Mowshurst (2 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Orpington (10 miles north), Thornton Heath (14 miles north-west), Croydon (12 miles north-west), Bromley (12 miles north), West Norwood (15 miles north-west) and Beckenham (13 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Tandridge Priory (3 miles west) and Hever Castle (3.7 miles south). Open spaces near Puddledock include Betsom's Hill and Dryhill Nature Reserve.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we cannot meet
After service, we pack up and get out of the way.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
What the van needs
We will be honest if a spot won’t work, and help find another. The main points are:
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- Light near the van if needed
- Permission for the van at base
As a London location, Puddledock is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Wrap parties add up. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
Why us?
- Hot food handed straight over
- A clear quote before booking
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Puddledock
Is parking a problem for the van in Puddledock?
London parking needs planning: let us know about off-street space or permits. We will plan around it.
Which station is closest to Puddledock?
The closest is Edenbridge station, roughly 2.5 miles away.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we will explain the options before you book.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Can the van come to Puddledock?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Puddledock and across Greater London. Send us your date to check availability.
Do numbers include extras?
Of course. Let us know total numbers.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
Is grass a problem?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
The process
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace. Sunset in Puddledock is about 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or TN16 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
- 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