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Film and TV set catering in Cheeseman's Green, Kent
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for the crew turns food into part of your shoot in Cheeseman's Green.
- Event crews
- Period dramas on location
- Photo shoots
Planning an event in Cheeseman's Green?
About our film set catering in Cheeseman's Green
Shoot days are long, and a hot lunch on time matters. A fish and chip van parks at the unit base and fries to order. We are frequently asked to cater seaside and period locations and lunch at the unit base, with cod and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips.
For a shoot in a place like Cheeseman's Green, tracks and soft ground need checking 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.
How it works
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot when you are ready to eat. At midsummer, Cheeseman's Green has light until about 9:15pm, while by late September it is nearer 7:00pm.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- 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.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Ensure the van can get in
Getting a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Cheeseman's Green
Which station is closest to Cheeseman's Green?
The closest is Ashford International station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
How far is Cheeseman's Green from London?
About 51 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Where does the van go on location?
Yes, on level ground at base; we will check the route.
What happens if it rains?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for crew are worth planning.
Can you work to the call sheet?
We expect changes. Keep us updated and we’ll adapt.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Cheeseman's Green?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we’ll reply with a price.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Put allergy details in writing
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Plan bins and waste at base
Lunch is planned around the call sheet, and a contact keeps us updated.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Light near the van if needed
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Room for the crew to queue
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Cheeseman's Green
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
DIY versus a fish and chip van
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
Occasions we serve in Cheeseman's Green
Productions book a chip van because crews love it, especially on long shoots.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Commercials and music videos
- Location shoots
- Unit base lunches
- Treat days on a long shoot
Within reach of Cheeseman's Green are historic houses such as Godinton House (4.3 miles north-west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- Whether VAT is included
- When final numbers are due
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Towns and villages near Cheeseman's Green
Other occasions in Cheeseman's Green
Planning a shoot in Cheeseman's Green
Cheeseman's Green is about 2 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. Wherever your shoot is in the TN25 area, we can bring the van to you. Cheeseman's Green is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Ashford International station, about 2.4 miles north-west. Cheeseman's Green is about 51 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Cheeseman's Green, so check vehicle rules with locations.
This part of Kent takes in TN25, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Finberry (1 mile north), Park Farm (1 mile north-west), South Willesborough (1 mile north), Newtown (1 mile north-west) and Kingsnorth (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (14 miles north), Hythe (8 miles east), Davington (14 miles north) and Preston (14 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Ashford Designer Outlet (1.9 miles north-west) and William Harvey Hospital (2.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Hatch Park.
- Nearby schools include John Wallis Academy (2.1 miles north-west)
What affects the price in Cheeseman's Green
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- The date and time of year
- The number of meals
- Cod, haddock or both
- The length of service
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What to tell us
The more we know about your shoot, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A picture of where the van would go
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. Just use our quote form.
- 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