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Film Set Catering for Wanstead events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Film set catering in Wanstead.
- End-of-shoot parties
- Location filming
- Seaside shoots
Planning an event in Wanstead?
Film set catering for your shoot in Wanstead
Fried-to-order service suits a lunch break, without needing a kitchen on location. Popular choices include haddock and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for seaside shoots and commercials and music videos.
In Wanstead, unit bases are often in car parks or yards. Locations will have the parking arrangements. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Where
- Wanstead (E11, E18)
- County
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning a shoot in Wanstead
Wanstead is about 2 miles south of Woodford, in Greater London. Wanstead is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Wanstead is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 8 miles away.
With the A1008 nearby, Wanstead is easy for the van and the trucks to reach. Among the historic houses close to Wanstead are Valentines Mansion (1.6 miles east) and Sutton House (4 miles south-west). Period locations like these usually keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
We cover shoots in every part of the E11 and E18 postcode area. Streets in the area include High Street, Grove Park and The Avenue, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. With the A1008 close by, Wanstead is simple for us to get to. Close by, we cover shoots in Snaresbrook (1 mile north-west), Redbridge (1 mile east), Bushwood Area of Leytonstone (1 mile south-west), Aldersbrook (1 mile south) and South Woodford (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include London (8 miles south-west), City of Westminster (9 miles south-west), Marylebone (9 miles south-west), Kensington (11 miles south-west), St Pancras (7 miles south-west) and Shoreditch (6 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Cann Hall (1.6 miles south-west) and Wanstead Hospital (0.5 miles north). Open spaces near Wanstead include Hollow Pond and Ainslie Wood.
- Local schools include Wanstead High School (under half a mile south-east) and Forest School (1 mile north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The George pub (under half a mile south-west)
FAQs for Wanstead
Could you trade in Valentines Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first.
Which station is closest to Wanstead?
The closest is Leytonstone High Road station, roughly 1.4 miles away.
Can the van come to base?
Yes, wherever locations agree; we will check the route.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
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Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Cod, haddock or both
- The length of service
- The day of the week
- Numbers
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
- Where the event is
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Step by step
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Crew typically gather round the hatch once service starts. On a winter shoot near Wanstead, the light goes by about 3:50pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. In summer, light lasts until about 9:20pm.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- 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.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Make sure the van can get in
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- The location’s agreement
- Space in front of the hatch
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
As a London location, Wanstead 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 will advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
Looking after everyone
Most events have a few crew with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Send final numbers the day before
- Flag any coeliac crew
We arrive at base in good time and set up.
A quick pre-order speeds things up.
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
About the food
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Wanstead?
Compared with sandwiches on set, hot fish and chips is a real lunch. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book our van in Wanstead
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Hot food handed straight over
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- 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