Kent · England
Film Set Catering for Barfrestone events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Barfrestone and the surrounding area.
- Photo shoots
- Seaside and period locations
- Live events and broadcasts
A chip van near Barfrestone
About our film set catering in Barfrestone
Locations and the production office can deal with us directly. We serve haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater unit base lunches and fashion shoots on location.
For a shoot in a place like Barfrestone, tracks and soft ground need checking. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
What the van needs
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A clear route to base
- Lighting for early or late service
- Clear of the shot and sound
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
What affects the price in Barfrestone
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The day of the week
- Service time
- How easy the site is to reach
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The venue or postcode
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. To send them, use our quote form.
How the day works
Here’s how the day generally runs: we arrive, park up and set up, the fryers heat up, and we serve hot from the hatch when you’re ready to eat. Winter shoots near Barfrestone chase the light, which goes at about 3:50pm in December.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Share the timings for the day
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Barfrestone
What’s the nearest station to Barfrestone?
The closest is Shepherds Well station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
What paperwork do you provide?
Every production asks for different things, so ask your production office for the list.
Can you feed supporting artists too?
Of course. Just tell us who counts.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we’ll explain the options.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can you park at the unit base?
Yes, on level ground at base; we’ll check the route.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Barfrestone?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For a crew treat, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Barfrestone. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- No surprises in your quote
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
Crew catering near Barfrestone
Barfrestone is about 5 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. Shoots in Barfrestone are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Barfrestone is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Barfrestone to Canterbury (about 9 miles away).
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Shepherds Well station, about 1.3 miles south-west. Historic houses near Barfrestone include Goodnestone Park (2.7 miles north). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Barfrestone, so check vehicle rules with locations.
This part of Kent takes in CT15, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. Close by, we cover shoots in Frogham (1 mile north-west), Elvington (1 mile east), Nonington (1 mile north-west), Snowdown (2 miles north-west) and Woolage Village (2 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (9 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north-east), Dover (5 miles south-east), Folkestone (9 miles south), Ramsgate (12 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (14 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Buckland Hospital (5.5 miles south-east).
DIY versus a fish and chip van
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Update numbers if they change
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Let us know about coeliac disease
Used oil leaves with the van.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
Who books film set catering in Barfrestone?
Crews love a chip van day, especially on long shoots.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Photo shoots
- Crew lunches at base
- Location filming
- Outside broadcasts
Central London is about 61 miles from Barfrestone.
Comparing caterers
- The deadline for final numbers
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- How allergens are handled
- The cancellation terms
Towns and villages near Barfrestone
Other occasions in Barfrestone
For event organisers in Barfrestone
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
- 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