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Film and TV set catering in South Hampstead, Greater London
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for the crew makes the food a highlight of your shoot in South Hampstead.
- Location shoots
- Live events and broadcasts
- Commercials and music videos
Film set catering for South Hampstead events
Film set catering in South Hampstead, fried fresh
Fried-to-order service suits a lunch break, with no kitchen needed on site. We serve sausage and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas, and we are regularly asked to cater outside broadcasts and crew morale days.
In South Hampstead, unit bases are frequently in car parks or yards. Locations will have the parking arrangements. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- South Hampstead (NW3, NW8, NW6)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
For planners, venues and organisers
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. 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.
Common questions in South Hampstead
Can the van park in Primrose Hill?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Which station is closest to South Hampstead?
South Hampstead has its own station: South Hampstead station.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Can you work to the call sheet?
We can. Give us a contact for changes, and we will work around changes where we can.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including South Hampstead.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac crew when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book our van in South Hampstead
- No surprises in your quote
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Quick service from the hatch
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Read how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Where the van can park in South Hampstead
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space in front of the hatch
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- Permission for the van at base
South Hampstead is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in South Hampstead
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
About the food
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.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Put allergy details in writing
- Send the unit base address and directions
We arrive at base in good time and set up, out of the way.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
South Hampstead for film and TV crews
South Hampstead is about 1 mile south of Hampstead, in Greater London. For shoots in South Hampstead, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. South Hampstead is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
Among the historic houses close to South Hampstead are Winfield House (0.9 miles south-east) and Keats House (0.9 miles north). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
This part of Greater London takes in NW3, NW8 and NW6, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. From Avenue Road, Acacia Road and Harben Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to South Hampstead we cover include Swiss Cottage (1 mile north), St John's Wood (1 mile south), Haverstock (1 mile east), Belsize Park (1 mile east) and Primrose Hill (1 mile east). Further out, we also take the van to London (4 miles south-east), Kensington (3 miles south-west), St Pancras (3 miles south-east), Shoreditch (4 miles east), Walthamstow (7 miles north-east) and Hoxton (4 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth (0.7 miles south) and Metropolitan Borough of Hampstead (0.7 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Adelaide Nature Reserve and The Long Water.
- Schools near South Hampstead include Holy Trinity CofE Primary School (within half a mile north-west) and St. Mary's Town and Country School (within half a mile north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Cafe Med pub (less than half a mile south-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Cecil Sharp House (1.1 miles east)
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What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. In December, daylight in South Hampstead ends around 3:55pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:20pm.
- We start with the location, call times and crew numbers.
- You get an access check and a quote.
- We agree the van’s position and arrival with the location manager.
- We set up at the unit base and fry to order for the lunch break.
- We pack up straight after service and leave the base tidy.
How to prepare
- Clear the route for the van
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Distance and any road charges
- How many people are eating
- Cod, haddock or both
- Access and parking
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your shoot, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
- 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