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Film Set Catering in Gill's Green
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew across Gill's Green and Kent, frying fresh at your venue.
- Wrap parties
- Outside broadcasts
- Unit base lunches
Fresh fish and chips in Gill's Green
Why choose film set catering in Gill's Green?
It is a morale boost on a tough day.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Gill's Green and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- End-of-shoot parties
- Lunch at the unit base
- Period dramas on location
- Live events and broadcasts
For cast and crew travelling by train, the closest railway station is Etchingham station, roughly 4.5 miles south-west of the centre.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether there’s a minimum
- When payment is due
- The van’s size and access needs
Film set catering in Gill's Green, fried fresh
Call times change, so a contact on the day helps and we will work around it. On the menu are sausage and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips, and we’re frequently booked for crew morale days and fashion shoots on location.
Rural locations near Gill's Green can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Questions from Gill's Green
Do you come out to small places like Gill's Green?
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 High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Where does the van go on location?
Yes, on level ground at base; we will check the route.
What about crew who do not eat fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we will plan for them.
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. Send us any allergies in writing.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
What happens on the day
You will know we are ready when the smell of frying drifts over. After that, it’s a steady flow to the hatch. Long summer days in Gill's Green, with light until about 9:15pm, suit evening wraps outdoors, while by late September it is nearer 7:00pm.
- First, tell us about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Make sure the van can get in
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Send final numbers the day before
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Put allergy details in writing
We work to the lunch time on the call sheet, with a contact for changes.
A dining area at base helps.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Long shoots generally need a full catering unit. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
What you get with us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- A clear quote before you book
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
For event organisers in Gill's Green
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The number of meals
- Distance and any road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- Cod, haddock or both
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The address or venue name
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Your date and serving time
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
Nearby places to Gill's Green
Other occasions in Gill's Green
Space, access and the venue
If a spot is not suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Room for the crew to queue
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Gill's Green
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Crew catering near Gill's Green
Gill's Green is about 12 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Around Gill's Green, we park wherever there is level, firm ground. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 29 miles away.
Central London is about 40 miles from Gill's Green. Nearby historic houses include Scotney Castle (4.8 miles north-west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. Gill's Green is within about 3 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so check vehicle rules with locations.
We serve shoots across TN18 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Cranbrook Road, Santers Court and Wellington Cottages, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Gill's Green we cover include Beal's Green (1 mile south), Hawkhurst (1 mile south), Pipsden (1 mile south-east), The Moor (2 miles south) and Hartley (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (14 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles north-west), Tonbridge (14 miles north-west), Kings Hill (15 miles north), Foley Park (15 miles north) and Paddock Wood (9 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Old Scotney Castle (4.6 miles north-west) and Ticehurst House Hospital (4.8 miles west). Open spaces near Gill's Green include Bewl Water.
- Local schools include Hawkhurst Church of England Primary School (1.1 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Queen's Hotel (1 mile south)
- 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