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Film and TV set catering in Broomfield, Kent
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Broomfield and the surrounding area.
- Live events and broadcasts
- Seaside shoots
- Lunch at the unit base
Fresh fish and chips in Broomfield
How our film set catering works in Broomfield
Schedules move, so a contact on the day helps and we will adjust where we can. We are frequently asked to cater crew morale days and ad shoots, serving mushy peas, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
Near Broomfield, check tracks and ground for the van with locations. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
What the van needs
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- The location’s agreement
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- The menu and how many choices
- The number of meals
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A picture of where the van would go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The address or venue name
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
How it works
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Crew will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Winter shoots near Broomfield chase the light, which goes at about 3:50pm in December.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Update numbers if they change
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Ensure we can reach locations on the day
- Agree how the base is left
We set up at the unit base ahead of lunch.
Bins at base keep the location clean.
Also near Broomfield
Also in Broomfield
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Broomfield hosts choose us
- Classic food your crew already know
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- We cover Broomfield and the whole of Kent
- A clear quote before booking
Occasions we serve in Broomfield
It works in any weather.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Broomfield book the van for occasions like:
- Crew lunches at base
- Music video shoots
- Event crews
- Crew morale days
Central London is about 55 miles from Broomfield.
Comparing caterers
- How many hours the van serves
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- When payment is due
- What the price includes, item by item
Common questions in Broomfield
Can the van park in Curtis Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
What about events near the coast?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is generally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Do you do wrap parties?
Yes, it is a popular wrap. Send us the date and place.
Can the van come to Broomfield?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Broomfield is within our area. For a quote, use our quote form.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
Location catering around Broomfield
Broomfield is about 1 mile south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Shoots in Broomfield are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Broomfield is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Broomfield to Canterbury (6 miles away).
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Herne Bay station, about 1.5 miles west. The coast is within about 2 miles of Broomfield, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will queue.
This part of Kent takes in CT6. From Barley Close, The Meadows and Ladyfields or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Close by, we cover shoots in Hunters Forstal (1 mile west), Herne (1 mile south-west), Hillborough (1 mile north-east), Millbank (1 mile south-east) and Hawthorn (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (6 miles south-west), Margate (10 miles east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east), Whitstable (5 miles west) and Deal (14 miles south-east).
A little further out are Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (4.4 miles west). The countryside around Broomfield includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Local schools include Herne Bay High School (1.7 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Huntsman And Horn Public House (less than half a mile east)
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
- 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