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Film Set Catering in Coursehorn
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Coursehorn? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Ad shoots
- Event crews
- Location shoots
Film set catering for Coursehorn events
A chip van compared with other options
A full location catering unit suits long shoots with three meals a day. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book with us
- No kitchen needed
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A van that becomes part of the event
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Film set catering for your shoot in Coursehorn
On a long job, a chip van day is a morale boost. Typical bookings include commercials and music videos and fashion shoots on location, with sausage and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips.
Rural locations near Coursehorn can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
The process
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and we serve hot from the hatch when you are ready to eat. In December, daylight in Coursehorn ends around 3:55pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:15pm.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Make sure the van can get in
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or TN17 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
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Organising for someone else?
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- The day of the week
- Numbers
- The length of service
- Distance and any road charges
Larger groups generally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
The more we know about your shoot, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
- Your date and serving time
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Nearby places to Coursehorn
More for events in Coursehorn
Shooting in Coursehorn: unit bases and access
Coursehorn is about 12 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. For a shoot in Coursehorn, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Coursehorn. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
Coursehorn is within about a mile of the High Weald National Landscape, so check vehicle rules with locations.
We cover shoots in every part of TN17. For shoots just outside Coursehorn, we cover Baker's Cross (1 mile west), Cranbrook (1 mile west), Swattenden (1 mile south-west), Hartley (2 miles south-west) and Benenden (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (12 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles west), Tonbridge (14 miles north-west), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Foley Park (13 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Sissinghurst Castle (1.7 miles north-east) and Sissinghurst Castle (1.7 miles north-east).
- Local schools include Cranbrook Church of England Primary School (0.9 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include White Horse pub (0.8 miles west)
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and children love it.
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, great with chips and sausages.
Before you choose a spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- A clear route to base
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Coursehorn: your questions answered
Could you trade in Crane Valley?
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. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Do you do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is typically simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can you cater for allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
Can the van come to base?
Generally, if there’s level, firm ground. We’ll agree the spot with your location manager.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Is grass a problem?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Who books film set catering in Coursehorn?
Rain does not stop the fryers.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Crew morale days
- Lunch at the unit base
- Event crews
- Wrap parties
Coursehorn is about 40 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Questions to ask before you book
- The cancellation terms
- Whether VAT is included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Allergen information for each item
- 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