Kent · England
Film and TV set catering in Clement Street, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Clement Street and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Seaside shoots
- Lunch at the unit base
- Shoots on location
Film set catering for Clement Street events
About the food
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Film set catering in Clement Street, fried fresh
On a long job, a chip van day is a morale boost. We are often asked to cater fashion shoots on location and location shoots, with cod and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips.
Rural locations near Clement Street can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. You’ll know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu.
Step by step
Changes on the day are fine: we’ll adjust start times and pace to suit your shoot. In December, daylight in Clement Street ends around 3:50pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. In summer, light lasts until about 9:20pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Share the timings for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
Getting a price
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Organising a club, school or community event in Clement Street? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
Places near Clement Street
More for events in Clement Street
Clement Street questions
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Could you trade in Dartford Heath?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will tell you what’s in each item.
Can you park at the unit base?
Normally, with a level spot. Locations will decide where.
Do you cater wrap parties?
We do. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Share the base location and route
- Confirm numbers the day before
We clear up quickly after lunch.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
Why choose film set catering in Clement Street?
Productions book a chip van because crews love it.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Live events and broadcasts
- Seaside and period locations
- Lunch at the unit base
- Crew treats on long shoot days
Central London is about 14 miles from Clement Street, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What to look for in a quote
- Any minimum charge
- When final numbers are due
- If the price includes VAT
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Crew catering near Clement Street
Clement Street is about 2 miles south of Dartford, in Kent. Wherever your shoot is in the BR8 area, we can bring the van to you. Clement Street is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 14 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Farningham Road station, about 1.3 miles south-east. Within reach of Clement Street are historic houses such as Hall Place and Gardens (3.3 miles north-west) and Lullingstone Castle (3.9 miles south). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. Clement Street is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Shoots anywhere in BR8 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many crew. For shoots just outside Clement Street, we cover Hawley (1 mile north-east), Sutton at Hone (1 mile east), South Darenth (2 miles south-east), Darenth (2 miles east) and St Margarets (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Sevenoaks (9 miles south), Gravesend (7 miles east), Tonbridge (15 miles south), Northfleet (6 miles east), Kings Hill (13 miles south-east) and Swanscombe (4 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Eynsford Castle (3 miles south) and West Hill Hospital (2.2 miles north). The countryside around Clement Street includes Wansunt Pit.
- Local schools include Wilmington Academy (1.2 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Plough pub (1 mile north)
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The day of the week
- How many people are eating
- How long we serve
- Your choice of menu
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- A picture of the parking spot
- The venue or postcode
- Where the van would park
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Many locations are miles from shops. The van solves that. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book our van in Clement Street
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Quick service from the hatch
- Events in Clement Street and across Kent
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
- 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