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Film and TV set catering in Ebbsfleet, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew across Ebbsfleet and Kent, cooking to order on site.
- Wrap parties
- Commercials and music videos
- Shoots on location
Planning an event in Ebbsfleet?
Film set catering in Ebbsfleet, fried fresh
Food is fried to order, so lunch is hot and fresh. We are often asked to cater ad shoots and wrap parties, with cod and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips.
Rural locations near Ebbsfleet can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
Should I sort the food myself?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
How the day works
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, which we agree with you beforehand. Long summer days in Ebbsfleet, with light until about 9:15pm, suit evening wraps outdoors.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will 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.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
Location catering around Ebbsfleet
Ebbsfleet is about 3 miles south-west of St Lawrence, in Kent. Wherever your shoot is in the CT12 area, we can fry fresh for your crew. Ebbsfleet is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 12 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Ebbsfleet are Quex Park (3.8 miles north). Period locations like these normally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Ebbsfleet is roughly 64 miles from central London. The coast is within about 4 miles of Ebbsfleet, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will queue.
This part of Kent takes in CT12 and CT13. Other places close to Ebbsfleet we cover include Richborough Port (1 mile south), Sevenscore (1 mile north), Cliffs End (1 mile north-east), Way (2 miles north-west) and Pegwell (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles west), Margate (5 miles north), Dover (12 miles south), Ramsgate (3 miles north-east), Broadstairs (5 miles north-east) and Whitstable (14 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Ramsgate General Hospital (2.8 miles east) and RAF Manston History Museum (2.4 miles north). Open spaces near Ebbsfleet include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Local pubs include The Sportsman pub (1 mile north-east)
What affects the price in Ebbsfleet
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Numbers
- How long we serve
- The date and time of year
- Your choice of menu
Larger groups typically cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Ebbsfleet? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. To contact us, use our quote form.
Towns and villages near Ebbsfleet
Other occasions in Ebbsfleet
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Where the van can park in Ebbsfleet
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Access checked by locations
- The location’s agreement
- A queue area clear of trucks
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Long shoots generally need a full catering unit. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Why book our van in Ebbsfleet
- No kitchen needed
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- We cover Ebbsfleet and the whole of Kent
See our prices page and the cost guide.
FAQs for Ebbsfleet
How far is Ebbsfleet from London?
Roughly 64 miles from the centre of London.
Can you serve near the sea around Ebbsfleet?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
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’ll send a quote.
What will the production need?
Every production asks for different things, so ask your production office for the list and we’ll go through it.
Do you do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will tell you what we can offer.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
Can you park at the unit base?
Yes, on level ground at base.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Who books film set catering in Ebbsfleet?
It works in any weather, which matters on location.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Stills shoots
- Event crews
- Crew lunches at base
- Period dramas on location
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the closest railway station is Thanet Parkway station, roughly 1.2 miles north-east of the centre.
Before booking anyone
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- Whether VAT is included
- The deadline for final numbers
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- 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