Kent · England
Film and TV set catering in Broad Ford, Kent
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for the crew in Broad Ford.
- Crew morale days
- Event crews
- Stills shoots
Book the van in Broad Ford
Questions from Broad Ford
Can the van park in The Gill?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first.
Do you come to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan service around it.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we will advise.
Can the van come to base?
Yes, wherever locations agree.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
About our film set catering in Broad Ford
On a long job, a chip van day is a morale boost, alongside regular catering. On the menu are haddock and chips, cod and chips and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for commercials and music videos and wrap celebrations.
Near Broad Ford, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so a van at base is a big help. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
Before you choose a spot
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- A queue area clear of trucks
- Clear of the shot and sound
- Lighting for early or late service
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, great with chips and sausages.
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Planning a shoot in Broad Ford
Broad Ford is about 8 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Around Broad Ford, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 29 miles away.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Marden station, about 3.6 miles north-east, is the nearest station. Central London is about 35 miles from Broad Ford. Broad Ford is within about 5 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles.
Anywhere in TN12, we can bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Capel Cross (1 mile north), Brandfold (1 mile east), Smallbridge (1 mile south-west), Horsmonden (1 mile north-west) and Hazel Street (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (10 miles north), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles west), Tonbridge (9 miles north-west), Kings Hill (10 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north).
A little further out are Old Scotney Castle (3.1 miles south-west) and Finchcocks Musical Museum (2.1 miles south-west). Open spaces near Broad Ford include Bewl Water.
- Nearby, you will find The Gun And Spitroast Public House And Rear Courtyard (0.9 miles north-west)
What affects the price in Broad Ford
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The length of service
- Parking and the way in
- The menu and how many choices
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Some locations have nowhere to buy food. The van solves that. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
Why book with us
- Something for crew to gather round
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
What happens on the day
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Crew normally gather round the hatch once service starts. Daylight is short on winter shoots near Broad Ford: sunset is about 3:55pm.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- We check the route and the unit base and send a price.
- We arrange the van’s spot at the unit base with locations.
- We set up at the unit base and fry to order for the lunch break.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
Preparing for the day
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we will check the date and send a price.
Related guides
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
- Agree how the base is left
- Share the base location and route
- Send allergies to us in writing
We take our used oil and waste with us.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
Nearby places to Broad Ford
Other occasions in Broad Ford
Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Occasions we serve in Broad Ford
It’s ideal for short jobs.
These are some of the bookings we take in Broad Ford and Kent:
- Event crews
- Fashion shoots on location
- Ad shoots
- Wrap celebrations
Among the historic houses close to Broad Ford are Scotney Castle (3.1 miles south-west). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit and payment dates
- The van’s size and access needs
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The deadline for final numbers
- 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