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Film Set Catering in Flete
Film set catering in Flete: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Stills shoots
- Ad shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
Book the van in Flete
Perfect for your shoot in Flete
It needs no kitchen on location.
Whatever the occasion in Flete, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are frequently booked for:
- Fashion shoots on location
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Location filming
- Live events and broadcasts
Within reach of Flete are historic houses such as Quex Park (2.2 miles west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
Before booking anyone
- Whether travel is included
- The cancellation terms
- When payment is due
- The deadline for final numbers
Film set catering in Flete, fried fresh
A van can get a crew fed quickly within the lunch break, without needing a kitchen on location. Typical bookings include period dramas on location and unit base lunches, with mushy peas, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
Near Flete, check tracks and ground for the van with locations. You’ll know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
Common questions in Flete
What’s the nearest station to Flete?
The closest is Margate station, roughly 1.5 miles away.
Can you serve near the sea around Flete?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we’ll take it from there.
Where does the van go on location?
Yes, on level ground at base; we’ll check the route.
Do you cover Flete?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Flete is within our area and the rest of Kent. For a quote, use our quote form.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
Other occasions in Flete
A chip van compared with other options
For a crew treat, a fish and chip van is a great choice. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Something for crew to gather round
- A clear quote before you book
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Whether a minimum applies
- The date and time of year
- Cod, haddock or both
- How easy the site is to reach
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
Details that help
The more we know about your shoot, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
- Where the van would park
- Anything awkward about the way in
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Update numbers if they change
- Confirm allergies by email
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
- Agree the waste plan with locations
Supporting artists and visitors can be included in numbers.
A quick pre-order speeds things up.
Planning a shoot in Flete
Flete is about 1 mile south-west of Margate, in Kent. We cover Flete as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Flete to Canterbury (about 14 miles away).
Flete is roughly 64 miles from central London. For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Margate station, about 1.5 miles north. The coast is within about 3 miles of Flete, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
For shoots in CT9, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many crew. Whether your shoot is on Victoria Road, Flete Road and Norfolk Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to Flete we cover include Westwood (1 mile east), Haine (1 mile south-east), Manston (1 mile south), Garlinge (1 mile north-west) and Margate (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (14 miles south-west), Broadstairs (3 miles east), Whitstable (15 miles west), Deal (10 miles south), Herne Bay (10 miles west) and Walmer (11 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum (1.3 miles south-west) and Westwood Cross (1.1 miles east). Open spaces near Flete include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Local schools include Hartsdown Academy (1.2 miles north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Margate West (1.7 miles north-west)
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Light near the van if needed
- A queue area clear of trucks
- Clear of the shot and sound
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we’ve agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. Sunset in Flete is about 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Ensure the van can get in
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Food your guests will love
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips.
- 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