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Film and TV set catering in Upton, Greater London
Film set catering in Upton: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Music video shoots
- Photo shoots
A chip van near Upton
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Film set catering in Upton, cooked to order
A chip van is a popular crew treat on a long shoot, alongside regular catering. Whether it’s music video shoots and seaside and period locations, we will put together a menu of pie and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips.
Shoots in Upton frequently use streets, yards and car parks as unit bases. The location manager will arrange the van’s spot. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Where
- Upton (DA6, DA7, DA16)
- Region
- Greater London
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Upton
What’s the nearest station to Upton?
Upton has its own station: Bexleyheath station.
Could you trade in Danson Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we’ll plan for them.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
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.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac crew when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Confirm allergies by email
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Agree how the base is left
We set up at the unit base ahead of lunch.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
A chip van compared with other options
For a crew lunch people will remember, a chip van is hard to beat. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Something for crew to gather round
- Events in Upton and across Greater London
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Location catering around Upton
Upton is about 1 mile east of Welling, in Greater London. Shoots in Upton are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We take the van to 764 places in Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 10 miles away.
Historic houses near Upton include Red House (within half a mile south-west) and Danson House (0.8 miles west). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
We serve shoots across the DA6, DA7 and DA16 postcode area. Whether your shoot is on Lion Road, Upton Road and Freta Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Bexleyheath (1 mile east), Crook Log (1 mile west), Blendon (1 mile south-west), Bexley (1 mile south) and Welling (1 mile west). Further out, we also take the van to London (10 miles west), City of Westminster (13 miles west), Marylebone (13 miles west), Kensington (15 miles west), St Pancras (12 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Broadway Shopping Centre (0.5 miles south-east) and Colyers (1.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Upton include Summer Hill and Wansunt Pit.
- Nearby schools include Bexleyheath Academy (less than half a mile east) and St Catherine's Catholic School (1 mile east)
- Nearby, you will find The Golden Lion pub (less than half a mile south)
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Level, firm ground at base
- Lighting for early or late service
- A queue area clear of trucks
As a London location, Upton is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Upton
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
Occasions we serve in Upton
It’s ideal for short jobs.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Upton and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Period dramas on location
- Live events and broadcasts
- Location shoots
For cast and crew travelling by train, there’s a station right in Upton: Bexleyheath station.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if plans change
- VAT, if it applies
- The van’s size and access needs
- A clear list of what’s included
For event organisers in Upton
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
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.
Also near Upton
Other occasions in Upton
How it works
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. Long summer days in Upton, with light until about 9:20pm, suit evening wraps outdoors, while by late September it’s nearer 7:05pm.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Related guides
- 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