Kent · England
Film and TV set catering in Green Street Green, Kent
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in Green Street Green.
- Ad shoots
- Seaside shoots
- Location filming
Film set catering in Green Street Green
Film set catering in Green Street Green, fried fresh
We need a level, firm spot at base, and a clear route in. On the menu are cod and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips, and we are often booked for wrap parties and crew treats on long shoot days.
Near Green Street Green, check tracks and ground for the van. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Occasions we serve in Green Street Green
It lifts the crew on a tough day.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Fashion shoots on location
- Ad shoots
- Wrap parties
- Shoots on location
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the closest railway station is Longfield station, roughly 1.5 miles south-east of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether there’s a minimum
- How much space the van takes up
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for each item
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Update numbers if they change
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
Supporting artists and visitors can be included in numbers.
Plan bins at the unit base.
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How many people are eating
- The minimum booking
- How long we serve
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The date and time of the event
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Green Street Green? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. 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.
How the day works
Here’s how the day typically runs: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and we serve hot from the hatch at the agreed time. Light in Green Street Green lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we will check the date and send a price.
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Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
For a crew treat, a chip van is hard to beat. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Why us?
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Events in Green Street Green and across Kent
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Nearby places to Green Street Green
Other occasions in Green Street Green
Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
FAQs for Green Street Green
Can the van park in Beacon Wood Country Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Is Green Street Green too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Do you cover Green Street Green?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Green Street Green. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Can you adjust to schedule changes?
Schedules move, and we plan for it. A contact on the day is all we need.
Crew catering near Green Street Green
Green Street Green is about 3 miles south-east of Dartford, in Kent. Bookings in Green Street Green come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Green Street Green is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is London, about 17 miles away.
Green Street Green is roughly 17 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Green Street Green, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
This part of Kent takes in DA2. We also bring the van to shoots in Grubb Street (1 mile south), Westwood (1 mile east), St Margarets (1 mile west), Bean (1 mile north) and Darenth (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles south-east), Dartford (3 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (5 miles east), Tonbridge (15 miles south) and Northfleet (3 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Bluewater (1.8 miles north) and Stone Castle (2.1 miles north). The countryside around Green Street Green includes Wansunt Pit and Sawyers Lake.
- Nearby schools include Longfield Academy (1.6 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Black Horse pub (0.9 miles north)
- 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