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Film Set Catering for South Merstham events
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Film set catering in South Merstham.
- Outside broadcasts
- Fashion shoots on location
- Music video shoots
A chip van near South Merstham
Location catering around South Merstham
South Merstham is about 2 miles north-east of Redhill, in Surrey. Give us the address of your shoot in South Merstham, and we will plan the route and the parking spot. We cover 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 17 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, there is a station right in South Merstham: Merstham station. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of South Merstham, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
We take the van to shoots all over RH1. From Station Road South, London Road South and Station Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Merstham (1 mile north), Holmethorpe (1 mile south-west), Gatton (1 mile west), Nutfield (2 miles south-east) and Redhill (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Epsom (7 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles south), Ewell (8 miles north-west), Reigate (3 miles south-west), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-west) and Caterham (3 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Bletchingley Castle (2.3 miles south-east) and The Belfry (1.7 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Colley Hill and Mercers Lake.
- Local schools include Merstham Park School (within half a mile south-east) and East Surrey College (0.8 miles south-west)
Film set catering in South Merstham, fried fresh
Location shoots, commercials and wrap parties all suit a chip van. Typical bookings include fashion shoots on location and seaside and period locations, with haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
Shoots around South Merstham frequently use houses, farms and lanes. Tell us about the route to base. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
Planning for dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Name a contact in the production office
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Update numbers if they change
We clear up quickly after lunch.
Plan bins at the unit base.
The process
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Crew will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. On a winter shoot near South Merstham, the light goes by about 3:55pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. In summer, light lasts until about 9:20pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Before we arrive
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
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Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in South Merstham
Can the van go to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Can the van park in Nutfield Marshes?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Can the van come to our wrap?
We do. It is a great way to end a shoot.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can you park at the unit base?
Normally, with a level spot. Locations will decide where.
Perfect for your shoot in South Merstham
Productions book a chip van because crews love it, especially on long shoots.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in South Merstham and Surrey:
- Photo shoots
- Period dramas on location
- Ad shoots
- Shoots on location
Central London is about 17 miles from South Merstham, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What your quote should include
- The cancellation terms
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How much space the van takes up
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
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.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- Lighting for early or late service
- Clear of the shot and sound
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
Towns and villages near South Merstham
Other occasions in South Merstham
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
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.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A full location catering unit suits long shoots with three meals a day. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why South Merstham hosts choose us
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- A van that becomes part of the event
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Everything cooked to order at your event
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
- 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