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Film Set Catering in Sunnymeads
Film set catering in Sunnymeads: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
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Common questions in Sunnymeads
How far is Sunnymeads from London?
Roughly 20 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Sunnymeads?
Sunnymeads station, in Sunnymeads itself.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
How do you handle allergies?
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.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your shoot and we will send a quote.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
How our film set catering works in Sunnymeads
We cater location shoots, unit bases, commercials, music videos and wrap parties. We’re frequently asked to cater music video shoots and crew lunches at base, serving cod and chips, pie and chips and mushy peas.
Rural locations near Sunnymeads can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
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Takeaway run or book a van?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
What happens on the day
The first sign we have arrived is normally the smell. After that, it’s a steady flow to the hatch. Light in Sunnymeads lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- It starts with the unit base, dates and numbers.
- We check access and send a quote.
- We arrange the van’s spot at the unit base 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
- Make sure the van can get in
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Let us know the serving time
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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Working with your venue
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it is lovely with a pie.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Your choice of menu
- The length of service
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Parking and the way in
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Your date and serving time
- The venue or postcode
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Location catering around Sunnymeads
Sunnymeads is about 3 miles north of Egham, in Surrey. We serve shoots at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Sunnymeads. Sunnymeads is one of 395 places in Surrey where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Sunnymeads to Guildford (about 15 miles away).
Sunnymeads is about 20 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. Among the historic houses close to Sunnymeads are Frogmore House (1.6 miles west) and Windsor Castle (2.2 miles north-west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
Shoots anywhere in TW19, SL4 and SL3 start with a parking spot for the van. Your shoot could be at a house on The Avenue, Park Avenue and Welley Road, as long as there is somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to shoots in Wraysbury (1 mile south), Horton (1 mile east), Old Windsor (1 mile south-west), Brands Hill (1 mile north-east) and Datchet (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (15 miles south), Woking (10 miles south), Camberley (12 miles south-west), Epsom (15 miles south-east), Ewell (15 miles south-east) and Egham (3 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Berkshire Yeomanry Museum (2.2 miles west) and Windsor Castle (2.2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Staines Reservoirs.
- Schools near Sunnymeads include Churchmead School (1.5 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Perserverance Public House (0.8 miles south)
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Takeaway rarely reaches a location hot. A van cooks at the unit base. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
Why book our van in Sunnymeads
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No kitchen needed
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Update numbers if they change
- Share the base location and route
Supporting artists and visitors can be included in numbers.
A gazebo by the van keeps the line dry.
Occasions we serve in Sunnymeads
It’s a morale boost.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Sunnymeads and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Commercials and music videos
- Wrap parties
- Lunch at the unit base
- Fashion shoots on location
For crew arriving by train, Sunnymeads station is in Sunnymeads itself.
What your quote should include
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether there is a minimum
- Allergen information for each item
- 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