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Film and TV set catering in South Hornchurch, Greater London
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in South Hornchurch.
- Ad shoots
- Wrap parties
- Seaside shoots
Film set catering for South Hornchurch events
Film set catering for your shoot in South Hornchurch
A van can get a crew fed quickly within the lunch break, without needing a kitchen on location. Typical bookings include end-of-shoot parties and crew morale days, with haddock and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
Shoots in South Hornchurch often use streets, yards and car parks as unit bases. The location manager will arrange the van’s spot. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet.
- Location
- South Hornchurch (RM13, RM10, RM12)
- County
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we cannot meet
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
Supporting artists and visitors can be included in numbers.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
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A chip van compared with other options
Some locations have nowhere to buy food. The van solves that. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A clear quote before you book
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
See our prices page or the cost guide.
Events we cater in South Hornchurch
It is a morale boost.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around South Hornchurch:
- Fashion shoots on location
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Outside broadcasts
- Wrap parties
For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Rainham (Essex) station, roughly 0.9 miles south of the centre.
What your quote should include
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Whether VAT is included
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The cancellation terms
What the van needs
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- The location’s agreement
- Level, firm ground at base
- Light near the van if needed
South Hornchurch is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
Common questions in South Hornchurch
Which station is closest to South Hornchurch?
Rainham (Essex) station, about 0.9 miles south of the centre.
What about parking in South Hornchurch?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We’ll work around it.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Can the van come to base?
Usually, if there is level, firm ground. Locations will decide where.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is typically simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
What happens on the day
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot at the agreed time. Daylight is short on winter shoots near South Hornchurch: sunset is about 3:50pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Location catering around South Hornchurch
South Hornchurch is about 3 miles south of Romford, in Greater London. Bookings in South Hornchurch come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from South Hornchurch to London (12 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Rainham Hall (0.9 miles south) and Eastbury Manor House (3.7 miles west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
This part of Greater London takes in RM13, RM10 and RM12. Whether your shoot is on Hood Road, Ford Lane and Philip Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Beam Park (1 mile south-west), Rainham (1 mile south-east), Hornchurch Marshes (1 mile south-west), Dagenham (1 mile north-west) and Elm Park (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also take the van to London (12 miles west), City of Westminster (15 miles west), Marylebone (14 miles west), St Pancras (13 miles west), Shoreditch (11 miles west) and Walthamstow (10 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include The Brewery (3.1 miles north) and Erith Museum (3.4 miles south). The countryside around South Hornchurch includes Ingrebourne Marshes.
- Local schools include The Brittons Academy (0.5 miles north) and The Chafford School (1.3 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Bell pub (0.8 miles south)
- Local facilities include River (1.4 miles west)
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
- 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