Kent · England
Film Set Catering for Ashbank events
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew across Ashbank and Kent, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Crew morale days
- Wrap celebrations
- Unit base lunches
A chip van near Ashbank
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Permission for the van at base
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- Clear of the shot and sound
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
About our film set catering in Ashbank
Fried-to-order service suits a lunch break, with no kitchen needed on site. Whether it is shoots on location and crew lunches at base, we can cook haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips for your guests.
Rural locations near Ashbank can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
What else we do in Ashbank
Location catering around Ashbank
Ashbank is about 4 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. For shoots in Ashbank, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Ashbank. Ashbank is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 20 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Leeds Castle (0.6 miles east) and Stoneacre (1.7 miles west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. Ashbank is roughly 35 miles from central London. Ashbank is within about 2 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Wherever your shoot is in ME17, we can fry fresh for your crew. From George Lane and Wykeham Grove or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Ashbank we cover include Leeds (1 mile south-west), Broomfield (1 mile south-east), Eyhorne Street (1 mile north-east), Chegworth (1 mile east) and Hollingbourne (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (4 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-east), Tonbridge (15 miles west), Faversham (12 miles east) and Minster (14 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include KIMS hospital (3.6 miles north-west) and The Dog Collar Museum (0.6 miles east). Open spaces near Ashbank include Detling Hill.
- Local pubs include The George Inn (within half a mile south-west)
FAQs for Ashbank
Do you come out to small places like Ashbank?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Ashbank?
Hollingbourne station, about 1.1 miles north-east of the centre.
Can the van come to Ashbank?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Ashbank and across Kent. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
What if lunch moves?
We can. Tell us the lunch time and a contact on the day, and we will adjust where possible.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is generally simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Takeaway run or book a van?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a crew treat, a fish and chip van is a great choice. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
Why book with us
- No surprises in your quote
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Perfect for your shoot in Ashbank
It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re often booked for:
- Ad shoots
- Crew lunches at base
- Shoots on location
- Period dramas on location
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Hollingbourne station, about 1.1 miles north-east.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for each item
- A clear list of what’s included
- How late numbers can change
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your shoot in Ashbank. At midsummer, Ashbank has light until about 9:15pm.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Make sure the van can get in
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Related guides
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Make sure we can reach locations on the day
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
Used oil leaves with the van.
Plan bins at the unit base.
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
These are the factors that matter most:
- How many people are eating
- Cod, haddock or both
- The date and time of year
- Distance and any road charges
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
Details that help
The more we know about your shoot, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Your date and serving time
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the event is
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
- 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