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Film and TV set catering in Seven Dials, Greater London
Film set catering in Seven Dials: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Location shoots
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Wrap parties
Film set catering for Seven Dials events
Film set catering in Seven Dials, cooked to order
We work with your location manager or production office on access, parking and timings. Whether it is end-of-shoot parties and location filming, we’ll put together a menu of mushy peas, haddock and chips and sausage and chips and more.
In Seven Dials, unit bases are often in car parks or yards. The location manager will arrange the van’s spot. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Location
- Seven Dials (W1F, W1D, W1T)
- County
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
- Space in front of the hatch
As a London location, Seven Dials is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
How it works
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace. Winter shoots near Seven Dials chase the light, which goes at about 3:55pm in December.
- We start with the location, call times and crew numbers.
- We check the route and the unit base and send a price.
- Parking and arrival are agreed with locations.
- We serve hot from the hatch when lunch is called.
- We pack up straight after service and leave the base tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Share the timings for the day
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we will check the date and send a price.
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Perfect for your shoot in Seven Dials
It’s quick to serve within a lunch break.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Seven Dials and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Unit base lunches
- Location shoots
- Event crews
- Period dramas on location
The A301 and A400 give trucks and the van a straightforward route to Seven Dials.
What to look for in a quote
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- A clear list of what’s included
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- What happens if plans change
Shooting in Seven Dials: unit bases and access
Seven Dials is about 1 mile east of City of Westminster, in Greater London. Seven Dials is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We cover 764 places across Greater London.
For crew arriving by train, Tottenham Court Road station is in Seven Dials itself. Nearby historic houses include Benjamin Franklin House (within half a mile south) and Burlington House (0.6 miles south-west). Period locations like these generally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Wherever your shoot is in W1F, W1D and W1T, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can serve a shoot on streets such as Duck Lane, Drury Lane and Bridle Lane or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Seven Dials is on the A301 and A400, so it is easy for us to reach with the van. Other places close to Seven Dials we cover include St Giles (1 mile north), West End (1 mile west), Soho (1 mile west), Covent Garden (1 mile east) and Chinatown (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Kensington (3 miles west), Walthamstow (7 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (13 miles west), Stockwell (3 miles south) and Orpington (13 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Metropolitan Borough of Holborn (under half a mile north-east) and Kingly Court (0.5 miles west). Open spaces near Seven Dials include Barnsbury Wood and Ludgate Hill.
- Local schools include Mercers' School (0.8 miles east) and London Nautical School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find Two Brewers pub (within half a mile south-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include LSE Shaw Library (within half a mile east)
Questions from Seven Dials
Could you trade in St Anne's Churchyard?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Check with them first.
What about parking in Seven Dials?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We will plan around it.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
Can the van come to our wrap?
We do. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
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 picture if you’re not sure.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can you park at the unit base?
Yes, wherever locations agree.
A chip van compared with other options
Ordering takeaway to a location is unreliable. The van cooks on site. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Why Seven Dials hosts choose us
- No surprises in your quote
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Bookings across Greater London, including Seven Dials
Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.
Nearby places to Seven Dials
What else we do in Seven Dials
For event organisers in Seven Dials
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. It’s battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The minimum booking
- The number of meals
- How easy the site is to reach
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The address or venue name
- Where the van would park
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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