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Film Set Catering for Broadwater Down events
Film set catering in Broadwater Down: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- End-of-shoot parties
- Commercials and music videos
- Crew lunches at base
Fresh fish and chips in Broadwater Down
Why choose a fish and chip van in Broadwater Down?
Takeaway rarely reaches a location hot. A van cooks at the unit base. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
Why us?
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Hot food handed straight over
- A clear quote before booking
- Something for crew to gather round
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
How our film set catering works in Broadwater Down
A van can get a crew fed quickly within the lunch break, with no kitchen needed on site. Typical bookings include lunch at the unit base and wrap celebrations, with haddock and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips.
Near Broadwater Down, base may be a field or yard, so ground conditions matter. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Send final numbers the day before
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Agree the waste plan with locations
We clear up quickly after lunch.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
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. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Why choose film set catering in Broadwater Down?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, which matters on location.
These are some of the bookings we take in Broadwater Down and Kent:
- Commercials and music videos
- Stills shoots
- Live events and broadcasts
- Seaside shoots
Broadwater Down is on or near the A267, good for unit base access.
Before booking anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When final numbers are due
- Whether VAT is included
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
Crew catering near Broadwater Down
Broadwater Down is about 1 mile south-west of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Broadwater Down and the surrounding area. Broadwater Down is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 26 miles away.
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Tunbridge Wells station, about 0.9 miles north-east. Historic houses near Broadwater Down include Groombridge Place (2.7 miles west) and Penshurst Place (4.9 miles north-west). Period locations like these typically keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Broadwater Down, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Wherever your shoot is in TN2, TN4 and TN1, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Frant Road, Eridge Road and Ramslye Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. With the A267 close by, Broadwater Down is simple for us to get to for your shoot. For shoots just outside Broadwater Down, we cover Hawkenbury (1 mile east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (1 mile north-east), Rusthall (2 miles north-west), Langton Green (2 miles north-west) and Bells Yew Green (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Sevenoaks (12 miles north), Tonbridge (6 miles north), Kings Hill (12 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (7 miles north-east), Southborough (3 miles north) and Edenbridge (10 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include The Corn Exchange (0.5 miles north-east) and The Amelia (1.1 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Rose Hill School (1.5 miles north) and Bennett Memorial Diocesan School (1.6 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include Sir Alf Ramsey pub (under half a mile south-west)
How it works
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we will adjust start times and pace. Long summer days in Broadwater Down, with light until about 9:15pm, suit evening wraps outdoors.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Clear the route for the van
Get a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Broadwater Down? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Parking and the way in
- Numbers
- Cod, haddock or both
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many people, including children
- A picture of where the van would go
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Broadwater Down
How far is Broadwater Down from London?
Roughly 30 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Broadwater Down?
The closest is Tunbridge Wells station, roughly 0.9 miles away.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
How long are you on site?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
Can you park at the unit base?
Yes, wherever locations agree; we’ll check the route.
- 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