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Film Set Catering for Bonnington events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for the crew turns food into part of your shoot in Bonnington.
- Event crews
- Music video shoots
- Crew treats on long shoot days
Film set catering for Bonnington events
Bonnington questions
Can the van park in Poulton Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What’s the nearest station to Bonnington?
Ham Street station, about 3.6 miles west of the centre.
Do you do wrap parties?
We do. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
What about crew who do not eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will tell you what we can offer.
Can you work to the call sheet?
We can. Give us a contact for changes, and we’ll adjust where possible.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we will include them in the plan.
Film set catering in Bonnington, fried fresh
A chip van fits right in at seaside locations. Whether it’s end-of-shoot parties and unit base lunches, we can cook sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips and more.
Near Bonnington, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
Why choose film set catering in Bonnington?
It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Live events and broadcasts
- Seaside shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
- Ad shoots
Bonnington is about 53 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deadline for final numbers
- Whether there’s a minimum
- Payment terms and deposit
Diets, allergies and planning
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Plan an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Agree how the base is left
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Confirm numbers the day before
Lunch is planned around the call sheet, with a contact for changes.
A quick pre-order speeds things up.
Shooting in Bonnington: unit bases and access
Bonnington is about 5 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. Bonnington is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Bonnington is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Bonnington to Canterbury (15 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Ham Street station, about 3.6 miles west. Historic houses near Bonnington include Westenhanger Castle (4.4 miles east). Period locations like these typically keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Bonnington, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles.
Anywhere in TN25, we can fry fresh for your crew. Local streets include Cherry Orchard Lane and Bourne Road; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. For shoots just outside Bonnington, we cover Aldington (1 mile north-east), Clap Hill (1 mile north-east), Aldington Frith (1 mile north-west), Stonestreet Green (1 mile north-east) and Postling Green (1 mile east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (5 miles north-west), Canterbury (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (10 miles east), Hythe (7 miles east), Hawkinge (10 miles east) and Wincheap (14 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find William Harvey Hospital (3.8 miles north) and Lympne Castle (4.2 miles east). The countryside around Bonnington includes Hatch Park.
- Pubs nearby include Walnut Tree Inn (0.7 miles north-east)
Nearby places to Bonnington
What else we do in Bonnington
Where the van can park in Bonnington
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. What matters most:
- A queue area clear of trucks
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
- A clear route to base
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
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.
Working with your venue
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Bonnington? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your shoot in Bonnington. In December, daylight in Bonnington ends around 3:50pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:15pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo 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.
How to prepare
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Let us know the serving time
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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What affects the price in Bonnington
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- The menu and how many choices
- The minimum booking
- The day of the week
- The length of service
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger crew and fish-dodgers.
- 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