Kent · England
Film Set Catering for Eccles events
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Eccles? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your crew queue at the hatch.
- End-of-shoot parties
- Outside broadcasts
- Treat days on a long shoot
Film set catering in Eccles
Shooting in Eccles: unit bases and access
Eccles is about 3 miles south-west of Chatham, in Kent. For a shoot in Eccles, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Eccles. Eccles is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, New Hythe station, about 1.1 miles south-west, is the nearest station. Historic houses near Eccles include Starkey Castle (3.2 miles north) and Restoration House (4.8 miles north). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Eccles, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
We cover shoots in every part of the ME20 postcode area and the streets around it. Your shoot could be at a house on Bull Lane, Springett Close and Jenner Way or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Burham (1 mile north), Pratling Street (1 mile south-east), Forstal (1 mile south-east), New Hythe (1 mile south-west) and Scarborough (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (13 miles west), Gravesend (9 miles north-west) and Tonbridge (12 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Fremlin Walk (3.5 miles south-east) and Allington Castle (2.2 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
- Nearby schools include Aylesford School (1.5 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Red Bull Public House (within half a mile north-east)
Film set catering for your shoot in Eccles
A chip van fits right in at seaside locations. Typical bookings include treat days on a long shoot and commercials and music videos, serving cod and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips.
Near Eccles, check tracks and ground for the van. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Whether a minimum applies
- The length of service
- Distance and any road charges
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of the parking spot
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
A chip van compared with other options
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. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- Something for crew to gather round
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- We cover Eccles and the whole of Kent
Take a look at our pricing or what a fish and chip van costs.
What the van needs
If a spot isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Room for the crew to queue
- Access checked by locations
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Eccles
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
Organising for someone else?
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
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 work through them with you.
Events we cater in Eccles
It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Eccles:
- Photo shoots
- Unit base lunches
- Ad shoots
- Crew morale days
Eccles is about 28 miles from central London.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- How allergens are handled
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
How the day works
Nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, so it is as fresh as from any chip shop. Light in Eccles lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Towns and villages near Eccles
Other occasions in Eccles
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
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.
Questions from Eccles
Do you come out to small places like Eccles?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Can you park at the unit base?
Normally, if there’s level, firm ground. We’ll agree the spot with your location manager.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Can the van come to our wrap?
We do. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for crew are worth planning.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we will explain the options before you book.
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Update numbers if they change
A short menu keeps the line moving.
A quick pre-order speeds things up.
- 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