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Film and TV set catering in Aldington Frith, Kent
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Aldington Frith and across Kent.
- Commercials and music videos
- End-of-shoot parties
- Location shoots
A chip van near Aldington Frith
Film set catering in Aldington Frith, fried fresh
On a long job, a chip van day is a morale boost, alongside regular catering. For end-of-shoot parties and live events and broadcasts, we can cook sausage and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas for your guests.
Near Aldington Frith, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Name a contact in the production office
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we cannot meet
After service, we pack up and get out of the way.
A chip van wrap party is a great way to finish a shoot.
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Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Clear of the shot and sound
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- A queue area clear of trucks
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
How the day works
You will know we are ready when the smell of frying drifts over, about the time the first crew wander across. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Daylight is short on winter shoots near Aldington Frith: sunset is about 3:50pm, so lunch at base is frequently in daylight but a wrap meal is not.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van makes a relaxed wrap. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why Aldington Frith hosts choose us
- Bookings across Kent, including Aldington Frith
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- All the chip-shop extras
- A clear quote before booking
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
Location catering around Aldington Frith
Aldington Frith is about 4 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. For shoots in Aldington Frith, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Aldington Frith to Canterbury (about 15 miles away).
Aldington Frith is roughly 52 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. Nearby historic houses include Westenhanger Castle (5 miles east). Period locations like these usually keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Aldington Frith is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Shoots anywhere in TN25 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many crew. Your shoot could be at a house on Frith Road, Bourne Road and Priory Road, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Bonnington (1 mile south-east), Clap Hill (1 mile east), Aldington (1 mile east), Stonestreet Green (1 mile east) and Postling Green (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Ashford (4 miles north-west), Canterbury (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (11 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north), Hythe (7 miles east) and Preston (15 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Ashford Designer Outlet (3.4 miles north-west) and Lympne Castle (4.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Hatch Park.
For planners, venues and organisers
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
What affects the price in Aldington Frith
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How easy the site is to reach
- How far we travel
- The minimum booking
- The date and time of year
Larger groups typically cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
The menu, dish by dish
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce and it’s on the menu.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Aldington Frith: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Aldington Frith?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Aldington Frith?
The closest is Ham Street station, roughly 3.3 miles away.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac crew when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can you work to the call sheet?
We can. Tell us the lunch time and a contact on the day, and we’ll adjust where possible.
- 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