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Film and TV set catering in Acol, Kent
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in Acol.
- Ad shoots
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Photo shoots
A chip van near Acol
Film set catering for your shoot in Acol
We cater location shoots, unit bases, commercials, music videos and wrap parties. We serve sausage and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips, and we’re often booked for outside broadcasts and seaside shoots.
Near Acol, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- The day of the week
- Numbers
- Cod, haddock or both
- How easy the site is to reach
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the van would park
- The address or venue name
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Roughly how many people, including children
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Acol? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Planning a shoot in Acol
Acol is about 4 miles south-west of Margate, in Kent. For shoots in Acol, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Acol is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 11 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Quex Park (0.8 miles north-east). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. Acol is about 61 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. With the sea within about 4 miles, coastal shoots need a sheltered base, so plan where crew will queue.
For shoots in CT7, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Your shoot could be at a house on The Street, Dilnot Lane and Margate Hill, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Mount Pleasant (1 mile south), Birchington (1 mile north), Way (1 mile south-east), Minster (2 miles south) and Westgate-on-Sea (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (11 miles south-west), Margate (4 miles north-east), Dover (15 miles south), Ramsgate (4 miles east), Broadstairs (5 miles east) and Whitstable (12 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Powell-Cotton Museum (0.7 miles north) and Westwood Cross (3.6 miles east). Open spaces near Acol include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Nearby schools include King Ethelbert School (1.4 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find Crown & Sceptre pub (less than half a mile north)
- Local facilities include Margate West (2.4 miles north-east)
Acol questions
Is Acol close to London?
About 61 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Acol?
Birchington-On-Sea station, about 1.5 miles north of the centre.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Acol.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
Do you cover Acol?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Acol is within our area. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
What if lunch moves?
We can. Give us a contact for changes, and we’ll adjust where possible.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is 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.
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Also in Acol
What happens on the day
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Long summer days in Acol, with light until about 9:15pm, suit evening wraps outdoors, while by late September it’s nearer 7:00pm.
- It starts with the unit base, dates and numbers.
- We check access and send a quote.
- We agree the van’s position and arrival with the location manager.
- We cook to order through the crew’s lunch break.
- Afterwards we pack up and leave the unit base clean.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Let us know the serving time
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Send final numbers the day before
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Agree the waste plan with locations
Fewer choices mean faster service in a lunch break.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
A chip van compared with other options
Ordering takeaway to a location is unreliable. The van cooks on site. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We’ll send you a quote.
What you get with us
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- No kitchen needed
- Hot food handed straight over
- Events in Acol and across Kent
Where the van can park in Acol
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Permission for the van at base
- Level, firm ground at base
- Space in front of the hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
- 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