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Film and TV set catering in Egerton Forstal, Kent
Bring the chip shop to your shoot in Egerton Forstal. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Period dramas on location
- Crew morale days
- Ad shoots
Film set catering for Egerton Forstal events
Planners, venues and businesses
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Film set catering in Egerton Forstal, fried fresh
Everything is cooked as crew come up, so it’s hot when the break is called. We are frequently asked to cater stills shoots and live events and broadcasts, with haddock and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips.
For a shoot in a place like Egerton Forstal, tracks and soft ground need checking with locations. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Egerton Forstal for film and TV crews
Egerton Forstal is about 8 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. People in Egerton Forstal book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Egerton Forstal is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Egerton Forstal to Canterbury (about 17 miles away).
For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Pluckley station, roughly 2.6 miles south-east of the centre. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Egerton Forstal, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
For shoots in TN27, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many crew. Streets in the area include Forstal Road, Forge Lane and Chantlers Meadow, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Egerton Forstal, we also cover Potter's Forstal (1 mile north-west), Newland Green (1 mile south-east), Pembles Cross (1 mile north), Mundy Bois (1 mile east) and Egerton (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles north-west), Ashford (8 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Davington (12 miles north-east).
A little further out are Coldbridge Castle (1 mile north-west).
How it works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your shoot. Daylight is short on winter shoots near Egerton Forstal: sunset is about 3:50pm.
- We start with a few details 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.
- We cook to order on the day for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
How to get a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Many locations are miles from shops. The van solves that. Larger groups usually cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Hot food handed straight over
Take a look at how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The minimum booking
- Numbers
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the parking spot
- Roughly how many people, including children
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Egerton Forstal? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- A queue area clear of trucks
- Permission for the van at base
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
Common questions in Egerton Forstal
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
What’s the nearest station to Egerton Forstal?
Pluckley station, about 2.6 miles south-east of the centre.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac crew when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Egerton Forstal?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Is grass a problem?
Usually, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. Find your area.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Who books film set catering in Egerton Forstal?
It’s ideal for short jobs.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Photo shoots
- Ad shoots
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Location shoots
Egerton Forstal is roughly 41 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Before booking anyone
- When payment is due
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Any travel, parking or access charges
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger crew and fish-dodgers.
- 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