Greater London · England
Film Set Catering in Surbiton
Treat your crew to fresh fish and chips at your shoot in Surbiton. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Location filming
- Stills shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
Film set catering for Surbiton events
Film set catering in Surbiton, fried fresh
Shoot days are long, and a hot lunch on time matters. We park at the unit base and cook to order. We are often asked to cater photo shoots and crew lunches at base, serving cod and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips.
In Surbiton, unit bases are frequently in car parks or yards. The location manager will arrange the van’s spot, often with council permission. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer before booking.
- Where
- Surbiton (KT6, KT5, KT1)
- County
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
FAQs for Surbiton
What about parking in Surbiton?
London parking needs planning: let us know about off-street space or permits. We’ll work around it.
Which station is closest to Surbiton?
Surbiton station, in Surbiton itself.
Do you come to Surbiton?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Surbiton and across Greater London. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Can you work to the call sheet?
Yes. Give us a contact for changes, and we will adjust where possible.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do you have documents for productions?
Send us your supplier requirements.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
What happens if it rains?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Towns and villages near Surbiton
Also in Surbiton
How the day works
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. On a winter shoot near Surbiton, 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.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Give us your date first, and we will check availability right away.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
What affects the price in Surbiton
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- The day of the week
- Cod, haddock or both
- Access and parking
- How far we travel
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Your date and serving time
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Events we cater in Surbiton
Crews love a chip van day.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Surbiton, people book us for occasions like:
- Photo shoots
- Commercials and music videos
- Shoots on location
- Seaside shoots
Surbiton is on or near the A240 and A3210, good for unit base access.
Questions to ask before you book
- If the price includes VAT
- When payment is due
- How many hours the van serves
- What happens if plans change
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Compared with sandwiches on set, a chip van gives the crew a proper hot meal. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
What you get with us
- Hot food handed straight over
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A quote that spells everything out
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Location catering around Surbiton
Surbiton is about 4 miles south-west of Wimbledon, in Greater London. Give us the address of your shoot in Surbiton, and we will plan access and set-up. Surbiton is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our bookings stretch from Surbiton to London (12 miles away).
For crew arriving by train, Surbiton station serves Surbiton directly. Nearby historic houses include Hampton Court Palace (1.8 miles north-west) and Southside House (3.3 miles north-east). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
For shoots in KT6, KT5 and KT1, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many crew. Local streets include St Andrew's Square, South Bank and Hazelwood Court; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. With the A240 and A3210 close by, Surbiton is simple for us to get to for your shoot. For shoots just outside Surbiton, we cover Berrylands (1 mile east), Tolworth (1 mile south-east), Old Malden (2 miles south-east), Chessington (2 miles south) and Worcester Park (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include London (12 miles north-east), City of Westminster (11 miles north-east), Marylebone (11 miles north-east), Kensington (9 miles north-east), St Pancras (12 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (13 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Bentall Centre (1.4 miles north) and Tolworth Hospital (1 mile south-east). Within reach you’ll find The Wood and The Lake.
- Nearby schools include The Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre (under half a mile north) and Shrewsbury House School (0.8 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find Coronation Hall pub (under half a mile north-west)
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Surbiton (1.2 miles south)
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Agree how the base is left
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Share the base location and route
- Name a contact in the production office
We set up at the unit base ahead of lunch.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
Where the van can park in Surbiton
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Access checked by locations
- The location’s agreement
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
As a London location, Surbiton is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- 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