Fish and chip van hire, fried fresh at your event · London and the South East
A film crew working on a large studio set with lights

Surrey · England

Film Set Catering for Tilford Reeds events

Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in Tilford Reeds.

  • Seaside and period locations
  • End-of-shoot parties
  • Location shoots

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A chip van near Tilford Reeds

Film set catering for your shoot in Tilford Reeds

Locations and the production office can deal with us directly. For seaside shoots and location shoots, we can cook sausage and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips and more.

Rural locations near Tilford Reeds can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. We cook inside the van, right where your crew are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.

Crew and lighting rigs on a studio soundstage
Area
Tilford Reeds (GU10)
County
Surrey
From the fryer
Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
On the side
Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
Quotes
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Last updated
24 October 2026

Should I sort the food myself?

Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.

Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.

A chip van compared with other options

Many locations are miles from shops. A van brings lunch to base. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.

Why us?

  • No surprises in your quote
  • Nothing for you to cook or clear
  • Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
  • Cod, haddock, sausages and pies

See our prices page and the cost guide.

Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Tilford Reeds

What’s the nearest station to Tilford Reeds?

Farnham station, about 2.3 miles north-west of the centre.

Is Tilford Reeds too small for a chip van?

Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.

Do you need power or water?

Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.

What areas do you cover?

We cover London and the South East, including Surrey. Find your area.

What if we only have street parking?

It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.

Can you work to the call sheet?

We expect changes. Keep us updated and we will adapt.

Do you take everything away?

We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for crew are worth planning.

When do you arrive?

We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.

Events we cater in Tilford Reeds

It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.

We can help if you are planning any of the following:

  • Treat days on a long shoot
  • Outside broadcasts
  • Seaside and period locations
  • Ad shoots

Historic houses near Tilford Reeds include Farnham Castle (3 miles north-west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.

What to look for in a quote

  • The cancellation terms
  • Exactly what’s included in the price
  • If the price includes VAT
  • When payment is due

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Tilford Reeds for film and TV crews

Tilford Reeds is about 2 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. Across the GU10 area, we can bring the van to you. Tilford Reeds is one of 395 places in Surrey where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Tilford Reeds to Guildford (about 9 miles away).

For cast and crew travelling by train, the closest railway station is Farnham station, roughly 2.3 miles north-west of the centre. Central London is about 36 miles from Tilford Reeds. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Tilford Reeds, so check vehicle rules with locations.

We take the van to shoots all over the GU10 postcode area. We also bring the van to shoots in Tilford (1 mile north-east), Tilford Common (1 mile south-east), Millbridge (1 mile south-west), Lower Bourne (1 mile north-west) and Shortfield Common (2 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (9 miles north-east), Woking (12 miles north-east), Camberley (11 miles north), Frimley (9 miles north), Haslemere (7 miles south) and Cranleigh (13 miles east).

A little further out are Farnham Castle (3 miles north-west) and Museum of Farnham (2.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near Tilford Reeds include Upper Lake and Farnham Heath.

  • Local schools include Edgeborough School (1.3 miles west) and South Farnham School (2.1 miles north-west)
  • Local pubs include Barley Mow pub (0.6 miles east)
Map of Tilford Reeds © OpenStreetMap contributors

Planners, venues and businesses

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.

For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.

A closer look at the menu

Gravy

A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.

Pie and chips

For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.

Diets, allergies and planning

Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:

  • Let us know about coeliac disease
  • Update numbers if they change
  • Have a back-up for special diets
  • Make sure we can reach locations on the day

We set up at the unit base ahead of lunch.

Plan bins at the unit base.

How we price a fish and chip van for the crew

We’ll give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:

  • Parking and the way in
  • How long we serve
  • Cod, haddock or both
  • How far we travel

When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.

Details that help

Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:

  • A picture of where the van would go
  • Roughly how many people, including children
  • The address or venue name
  • Anything awkward about the way in

Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Tilford Reeds? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.

The process

We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your shoot. At midsummer, Tilford Reeds has light until about 9:20pm, while by late September it’s nearer 7:05pm.

  1. Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
  2. A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
  3. Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
  4. The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
  5. Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.

Before we arrive

  • Get permission for the van from the venue
  • Clear the route for the van
  • Arrange somewhere dry for the queue

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Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.

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  • 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

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