Kent · England
Film and TV set catering in Hearnden Green, Kent
Bring the chip shop to your shoot in Hearnden Green. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Seaside and period locations
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Live events and broadcasts
Book the van in Hearnden Green
Shooting in Hearnden Green: unit bases and access
Hearnden Green is about 6 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. From the centre of Hearnden Green to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Hearnden Green is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our bookings stretch from Hearnden Green to Canterbury (21 miles away).
Historic houses near Hearnden Green include Leeds Castle (4.1 miles north) and Stoneacre (4.6 miles north). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Headcorn station, roughly 1.8 miles south of the centre. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Hearnden Green, so check vehicle rules with locations.
This part of Kent takes in TN27, and we can serve your shoot anywhere in it. Other places close to Hearnden Green we cover include Headcorn (1 mile south-east), Southernden (2 miles east), Swift's Green (3 miles south-east), Smarden Bell (3 miles south-east) and Lashenden (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (6 miles north-west), Ashford (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles west), Tonbridge (15 miles west) and Faversham (15 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Sutton Valence Castle (1.7 miles north-west) and Kent Firefighting Museum (3.6 miles south).
Film set catering for your shoot in Hearnden Green
Shoot days are long, and a hot lunch on time matters. We park at the unit base and cook to order. For end-of-shoot parties and shoots on location, we can cook haddock and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
For a shoot in a place like Hearnden Green, tracks and soft ground need checking. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
The process
Changes on the day are fine: we’ll adjust start times and pace. At midsummer, Hearnden Green has light until about 9:15pm, while by late September it’s nearer 7:00pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For a crew treat, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Hearnden Green. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
What you get with us
- All the chip-shop extras
- Classic food your crew already know
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- We cover Hearnden Green and the whole of Kent
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Common questions in Hearnden Green
How far is Hearnden Green from London?
Roughly 37 miles from the centre of London.
What’s the nearest station to Hearnden Green?
Headcorn station, about 1.8 miles south of the centre.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Hearnden Green?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we will reply with a price.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
Can the van come to our wrap?
We do. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- The date and time of year
- The length of service
- The minimum booking
- Your choice of menu
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Where the event is
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Hearnden Green, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Who books film set catering in Hearnden Green?
It’s ideal for short jobs.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Crew lunches at base
- Stills shoots
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Live events and broadcasts
Hearnden Green is about 37 miles from central London.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Allergen information for each item
- What happens if plans change
Towns and villages near Hearnden Green
What else we do in Hearnden Green
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Space, access and the venue
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
- Lighting for early or late service
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
- 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