Surrey · England
Film Set Catering in Titsey
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Titsey and the surrounding area.
- Location shoots
- Lunch at the unit base
- End-of-shoot parties
Film set catering for Titsey events
Crew catering near Titsey
Titsey is about 5 miles east of Caterham, in Surrey. We cover Titsey as standard, so your shoot just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We cover 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Titsey to London (16 miles away).
Titsey is about 16 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. Crew coming by rail can use the station: the closest railway station is Oxted station, roughly 1.8 miles south-west of the centre. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Titsey, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles.
Here we cover the RH8 postcode area, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. For shoots just outside Titsey, we cover Tatsfield (1 mile north), Limpsfield (1 mile south-west), Moorhouse Bank (2 miles south-east), South Street (2 miles north-east) and The Chart (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Epsom (13 miles west), Horley (11 miles south-west), Redhill (9 miles west), Ewell (13 miles north-west), Reigate (10 miles west) and Caterham (5 miles west).
A little further out are Tandridge Priory (1.7 miles south). Green spaces nearby include West Kent Golf Course nature reserve and Botley Hill.
How our film set catering works in Titsey
Schedules move, so a contact on the day helps and we’ll work around it. Typical bookings include lunch at the unit base and event crews, with pie and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
Rural locations near Titsey can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
How the day works
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, timed around your shoot. In December, daylight in Titsey ends around 3:55pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. In summer, light lasts until about 9:20pm.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
How to get a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
We take our used oil and waste with us.
A dining area at base helps.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How easy the site is to reach
- The number of meals
- The menu and how many choices
- Service time
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Expected numbers
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and time of the event
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Titsey? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
Why Titsey hosts choose us
- All the chip-shop extras
- A quote that spells everything out
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
See our pricing or the cost guide.
Occasions we serve in Titsey
It works in any weather, which matters on location.
Whatever the occasion in Titsey, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re often booked for:
- Lunch at the unit base
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Outside broadcasts
- Ad shoots
Nearby historic houses include Titsey Place (less than half a mile west) and Quebec House (2.4 miles east). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
Comparing caterers
- If the price includes VAT
- What the price includes, item by item
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The deadline for final numbers
Where the van can park in Titsey
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Lighting for early or late service
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Permission for the van at base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Titsey
How far is Titsey from London?
Roughly 16 miles from the centre of London.
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
What if lunch moves?
Schedules move, and we plan for it. Keep us updated and we will adapt.
Do you cater wrap parties?
We do. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do.
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.
Places near Titsey
What else we do in Titsey
- 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