Kent · England
Film Set Catering for Detling events
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for the crew in Detling and across Kent.
- Stills shoots
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Seaside and period locations
Book the van in Detling
About our film set catering in Detling
We cater location shoots, unit bases, commercials, music videos and wrap parties. Typical bookings include fashion shoots on location and commercials and music videos, serving cod and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips.
Rural locations near Detling can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. We cook inside the van, right where your crew are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
FAQs for Detling
How far is Detling from London?
About 32 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Detling?
Bearsted station, about 1.4 miles south of the centre.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Do you come to Detling?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Detling is within our area. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. Find your area.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
Step by step
Nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. In December, daylight in Detling ends around 3:50pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. In summer, light lasts until about 9:15pm.
- First, tell us about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Towns and villages near Detling
More for events in Detling
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Detling? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Planning for dietary needs
Most events have a few crew with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Send final numbers the day before
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Ensure we can reach locations on the day
We set up at the unit base ahead of lunch, out of the way.
A dining area at base helps.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The number of meals
- Any minimum charge
- Your choice of menu
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Expected numbers
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Where the event is
Send us the date, the address or ME14 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Many locations are miles from shops. A van brings lunch to base. 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.
Why Detling hosts choose us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A quote that spells everything out
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Bookings across Kent, including Detling
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Room for the crew to queue
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
- A clear route to base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Detling
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
Location catering around Detling
Detling is about 3 miles north-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Across the ME14 area, we can bring the van to you. Detling is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 22 miles away.
Detling is roughly 32 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. Crew coming by rail can use the station: Bearsted station, about 1.4 miles south, is the nearest station. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Detling, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Shoots anywhere in ME14 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. From The Street, Princes Way and Queens Way or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Close by, we cover shoots in Thurnham (1 mile south-east), Grove Green (1 mile south-west), Harbourland (1 mile west), Weavering (2 miles south) and Bearsted (2 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (3 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-east), Gravesend (12 miles north-west), Tonbridge (14 miles south-west), Faversham (14 miles east) and Northfleet (14 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include KIMS hospital (0.8 miles south-west) and The Mall Maidstone (2.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Burham Down and Detling Hill.
- Local pubs include The Cock Horse pub (less than half a mile north)
- 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