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Film Set Catering in South Park
Film set catering in South Park: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Seaside and period locations
- End-of-shoot parties
- Event crews
Fresh fish and chips in South Park
Why choose film set catering in South Park?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, which matters on location.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Period dramas on location
- Shoots on location
- Photo shoots
- Crew lunches at base
Central London is about 20 miles from South Park, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- Allergen information for each item
- The cancellation terms
Film set catering for your shoot in South Park
The van needs level, firm ground at the unit base, and a route the van can manage. We serve cod and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for seaside and period locations and event crews.
Near South Park, base may be a field or yard. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Also near South Park
What else we do in South Park
Why choose a fish and chip van in South Park?
For a crew treat, a fish and chip van is a great choice. Larger groups typically cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What you get with us
- A clear quote before booking
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Classic food your crew already know
- Quick service from the hatch
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
What the van needs
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- Lighting for early or late service
- Clear of the shot and sound
- A clear route to base
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in South Park
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
FAQs for South Park
How far is South Park from London?
Roughly 20 miles from the centre of London.
Could you trade in Castle Grounds?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan service around it.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including South Park.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for crew.
Can the van park on grass?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll plan for them.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Should I sort the food myself?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
About the food
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
What affects the price in South Park
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Parking and the way in
- Distance and any road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
- The date and time of year
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, use our quote form.
Crew catering near South Park
South Park is about 1 mile south of Reigate, in Surrey. Tell us where your shoot in South Park will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We take the van to all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from South Park to Guildford (about 16 miles away).
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Reigate station, about 1.1 miles north. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of South Park, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Shoots anywhere in RH2 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many crew. That could mean a shoot at a home on Smith Road, North Road and Apley Road or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Other places close to South Park we cover include Reigate (1 mile north), Sidlow (1 mile south), Irons Bottom (2 miles south), Leigh (2 miles south-west) and Dawesgreen (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Epsom (8 miles north), Horley (4 miles south-east), Ewell (9 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-west), Caterham (7 miles north-east) and Dorking (5 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include East Surrey Hospital (2 miles east) and Reigate Priory Museum (0.7 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Colley Hill and Reigate Heath.
- Schools near South Park include Reigate School (0.7 miles east) and Reigate Grammar School (1 mile north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bell Public House (0.8 miles north)
The process
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your crew can wander over to the hatch once service starts. In December, daylight in South Park ends around 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 access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Share the base location and route
- Update numbers if they change
We take our used oil and waste with us.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
- 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