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Film and TV set catering in Woodcote, Greater London
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Woodcote and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- Crew lunches at base
- Period dramas on location
- End-of-shoot parties
Film set catering for Woodcote events
Step by step
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we hold off cooking until you are ready, so the food is still fresh when it is served. Light in Woodcote lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can fill in our quote form.
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How our film set catering works in Woodcote
Locations and the production office can deal with us directly. We are frequently asked to cater lunch at the unit base and seaside and period locations, serving cod and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
London locations around Woodcote can have tight access, so tell us the route and any height limits. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Where
- Woodcote (CR8, CR5, SM6)
- Region
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Crew catering near Woodcote
Woodcote is about 1 mile west of Purley, in Greater London. Bookings in Woodcote come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Woodcote is one of 764 places in Greater London where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is London, about 12 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Woodcote are Nonsuch Mansion (4.3 miles north-west) and Addington Palace (4.5 miles east). Period locations like these generally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Anywhere in CR8, CR5 and SM6, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can serve a shoot on streets such as Elton Road, Birch Lane and Newton Road, wherever the van can park. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Woodcote Green (1 mile north-west), Peaks Hill (1 mile north-east), Purley (1 mile east), Little Woodcote (1 mile west) and Coulsdon (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover London (12 miles north), City of Westminster (12 miles north), Marylebone (13 miles north), Kensington (12 miles north), St Pancras (13 miles north) and Shoreditch (13 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Croydon Airport Visitor Centre (1.7 miles north-east) and St George's Walk (3.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Foxley Wood and Duppas Hill.
- Nearby schools include Woodcote Primary School (0.5 miles south) and Laleham Lea School (0.8 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Foxley Hatch pub (0.9 miles east)
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Send the unit base address and directions
Lunch is planned around the call sheet, with a contact for changes.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
Where the van can park in Woodcote
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Room for the crew to queue
Woodcote is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
Working with your venue
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Woodcote? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
About the food
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Why choose film set catering in Woodcote?
It’s a morale boost on a tough day.
In Woodcote and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Event crews
- Ad shoots
- Stills shoots
- Shoots on location
For crew arriving by train, Reedham (London) station, about 0.7 miles east, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Any minimum charge
- Exactly what’s included in the price
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Compared with sandwiches on set, a chip van gives the crew a proper hot meal. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Hot food handed straight over
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- We cover Woodcote and the whole of Greater London
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. 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.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
Questions from Woodcote
What’s the nearest station to Woodcote?
Reedham (London) station, about 0.7 miles east of the centre.
Could you trade in Dollypers Hill?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first.
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 have documents for productions?
Send us your supplier requirements.
Can the van come to Woodcote?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Woodcote is within our area. To check your date, use our quote form.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is generally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we’ll confirm what we need.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Woodcote?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
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What else we do in Woodcote
- 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