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Film and TV set catering in Tottenham Hale, Greater London
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Tottenham Hale and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Outside broadcasts
- Shoots on location
- Crew lunches at base
Fresh fish and chips in Tottenham Hale
How our film set catering works in Tottenham Hale
Seaside and period locations suit a fish and chip van perfectly. For crew lunches at base and photo shoots, we’ll put together a menu of pie and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas and more.
Shoots in Tottenham Hale often use streets, yards and car parks as unit bases. The location manager will arrange the van’s spot, often with council permission. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Location
- Tottenham Hale (N17, N15, E17)
- County
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Before you choose a spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Space in front of the hatch
- The location’s agreement
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
As a London location, Tottenham Hale 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’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Tottenham Hale
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Update numbers if they change
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Name a contact in the production office
Supporting artists and visitors can be included in numbers.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Distance and any road charges
- The menu and how many choices
- Numbers
- Any minimum charge
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Expected numbers
- Where the event is
- Your date and serving time
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
Takeaway run or book a van?
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. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Nearby places to Tottenham Hale
What else we do in Tottenham Hale
Organising for someone else?
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For a crew treat, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Tottenham Hale. 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 Tottenham Hale
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Hot food handed straight over
- A clear quote before booking
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Tottenham Hale: your questions answered
Can the van park in Bruce Castle Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Is parking a problem for the van in Tottenham Hale?
London parking needs planning: let us know about off-street space or permits. We will work around it.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children normally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Do you have documents for productions?
Every production asks for different things, so ask your production office for the list.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we’ll explain the options before you book.
How the day works
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. In December, daylight in Tottenham Hale ends around 3:55pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight 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.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Clear the route for the van
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
Related guides
Location catering around Tottenham Hale
Tottenham Hale is about 1 mile south-east of Tottenham, in Greater London. For shoots in Tottenham Hale, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Tottenham Hale. We serve all 764 towns and villages across Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 6 miles away.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Tottenham Hale station is in Tottenham Hale itself.
Wherever your shoot is in N17, N15 and E17, we can bring the van to you. From High Road, Reed Road and Hale Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to Tottenham Hale we cover include Tottenham Green (1 mile west), South Tottenham (1 mile south-west), Tottenham (1 mile north-west), Seven Sisters (1 mile south-west) and Broadwater Farm (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also take the van to London (6 miles south), City of Westminster (6 miles south-west), Marylebone (6 miles south-west), Kensington (9 miles south-west), St Pancras (5 miles south-west) and Shoreditch (4 miles south).
Nearby you will also find 17 & Central (1.6 miles east) and Municipal Borough of Tottenham (0.6 miles north-west). Open spaces near Tottenham Hale include Highgate Hill and Woodberry Wetlands.
- Local schools include Ada College (under half a mile south-west) and Gladesmore Community School (0.6 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Ferry Boat Inn (under half a mile east)
- 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