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Film Set Catering in Godinton
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for the crew turns food into part of your shoot in Godinton.
- Stills shoots
- Crew lunches at base
- Crew morale days
Film set catering in Godinton
How the day works
The first sign we have arrived is typically the smell. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. Light in Godinton lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- First, tell us 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.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Godinton, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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Film set catering in Godinton, cooked to order
Seaside and period locations suit a fish and chip van perfectly. We serve mushy peas, pie and chips and cod and chips, and we are frequently booked for seaside and period locations and outside broadcasts.
For a location shoot near Godinton, base might be in a field or farmyard, so ground conditions matter. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
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Other occasions in Godinton
A chip van compared with other options
Compared with sandwiches on set, a chip van gives the crew a proper hot meal. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
Why book our van in Godinton
- A van that becomes part of the event
- We cover Godinton and the whole of Kent
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
Where the van can park in Godinton
If a spot is not suitable, we will tell you. What matters most:
- Clear of the shot and sound
- Permission for the van at base
- Room for the crew to queue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Godinton
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
FAQs for Godinton
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 will work to whatever the site needs.
What’s the nearest station to Godinton?
The closest is Ashford International station, roughly 1.4 miles away.
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 be straight with you about what’s possible.
What will the production need?
Every production asks for different things, so ask your production office for the list.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes, if they’re in your numbers. Tell us the day before.
Do you come to Godinton?
We do. We serve events in Godinton and across Kent. Send us your date to check availability.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
How do you handle allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
What a fish and chip van costs
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How easy the site is to reach
- The length of service
- Your choice of menu
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
What to tell us
The more we know about your shoot, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Where the event is
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Crew catering near Godinton
Godinton is about 1 mile north-west of Ashford, in Kent. We park up at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Godinton and the surrounding area. Godinton is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
For crew arriving by train, Ashford International station, about 1.4 miles south-east, is the nearest station. Within reach of Godinton are historic houses such as Godinton House (0.8 miles north-west). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. Godinton is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Here we cover the TN23, TN25 and TN24 postcode area. That could mean a shoot at a home on Chart Road, Bridge Road and Chart Avenue, wherever the van can park. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Great Chart (1 mile south-west), Ashford (1 mile south-east), Potters Corner (1 mile north), Stanhope (1 mile south) and Bockhanger (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (13 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north), Folkestone (15 miles east), Faversham (11 miles north), Hythe (12 miles south-east) and Davington (12 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find County Square (1.1 miles east) and William Harvey Hospital (3 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Hatch Park.
- Nearby schools include Highworth Grammar School (0.8 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Little Black Dog pub (0.8 miles south-west)
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Make sure we can reach locations on the day
- Flag any coeliac crew
We work to the lunch time on the call sheet, with a contact for changes.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
- 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