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Film and TV set catering in East Stourmouth, Kent
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for the crew makes the food a highlight of your shoot in East Stourmouth.
- Crew lunches at base
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Location shoots
Fresh fish and chips in East Stourmouth
Takeaway run or book a 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.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
Film set catering in East Stourmouth, cooked to order
Everything is cooked as crew come up, so lunch is hot and fresh. Whether it is crew morale days and live events and broadcasts, we’ll put together a menu of pie and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
For a shoot in a place like East Stourmouth, tracks and soft ground need checking. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
More for events in East Stourmouth
Questions from East Stourmouth
Is East Stourmouth too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is East Stourmouth from London?
Roughly 59 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you feed visitors on set?
Of course. Let us know total numbers.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Can the van come to base?
Yes, on level ground at base; we will check the route.
Can the van come to our wrap?
Yes. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your shoot and we will send a quote.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your crew, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
What happens on the day
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace to suit your shoot. Daylight is short on winter shoots near East Stourmouth: sunset is about 3:50pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the van can get in
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
What the van needs
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Space in front of the hatch
- Clear of the shot and sound
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
Occasions we serve in East Stourmouth
It is quick to serve within a lunch break with a short menu.
In East Stourmouth and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Crew morale days
- Event crews
- Seaside and period locations
- Fashion shoots on location
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Minster station, about 3.1 miles east.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and deposit
- How much space the van takes up
- Allergen information for each item
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Confirm allergies by email
- Update numbers if they change
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
We take our used oil and waste with us.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
Location catering around East Stourmouth
East Stourmouth is about 6 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. From the centre of East Stourmouth to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 8 miles away.
Historic houses near East Stourmouth include Quex Park (4.7 miles north-east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. Central London is about 59 miles from East Stourmouth.
Wherever your shoot is in CT3, we can bring the van to you. That could mean a shoot at a home on The Street and School Lane or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include West Stourmouth (1 mile west), Westmarsh (1 mile south-east), Preston (1 mile south-west), Ware (2 miles south-east) and Sarre (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (7 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south), Ramsgate (7 miles east), Broadstairs (8 miles east) and Whitstable (10 miles west).
The countryside around East Stourmouth includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
What affects the price in East Stourmouth
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Distance and any road charges
- Access and parking
- Cod, haddock or both
- The date and time of year
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A photo of the space and the way in
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, use our quote form.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
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 tell us exactly where your shoot is.
Why East Stourmouth hosts choose us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- No surprises in your quote
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
For event organisers in East Stourmouth
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
- 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