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Film Set Catering for Hemsted events
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for the crew turns food into part of your shoot in Hemsted.
- Crew lunches at base
- Event crews
- Stills shoots
Film set catering in Hemsted
Film set catering in Hemsted, fried fresh
A van can get a crew fed quickly within the lunch break, without needing a kitchen on location. Popular choices include pie and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater fashion shoots on location and event crews.
Rural locations near Hemsted can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will be straight with you about what we can do before you book.
A chip van compared with other options
Compared with sandwiches on set, hot fish and chips is a real lunch. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why us?
- No surprises in your quote
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Quick service from the hatch
Take a look at our prices page and what a fish and chip van costs.
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Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
What happens on the day
Service is quick: everything is handed over hot from the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. At midsummer, Hemsted has light until about 9:15pm, while by late September it is nearer 7:00pm.
- 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.
Preparing for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Get a quote
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’ll come back with availability and a quote.
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What affects the price in Hemsted
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The length of service
- The date and time of year
- Any minimum charge
- Access and parking
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.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Hemsted
Do you come out to small places like Hemsted?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Which station is closest to Hemsted?
Westenhanger station, about 2.9 miles south of the centre.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
Do you cater wrap parties?
Yes, it’s a popular wrap. Send us the date and place.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac crew when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Can the van come to base?
Yes, on level ground at base; we’ll check the route.
Occasions we serve in Hemsted
It’s ideal for short jobs.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Shoots on location
- End-of-shoot parties
- Crew morale days
- Seaside shoots
Historic houses near Hemsted include Westenhanger Castle (3.1 miles south) and Acrise Place (3.4 miles east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
Before booking anyone
- How many hours the van serves
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- When payment is due
Location catering around Hemsted
Hemsted is about 5 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. For shoots in Hemsted, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Hemsted. We serve 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Hemsted to Canterbury (10 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, Westenhanger station, about 2.9 miles south, is the nearest station. Central London is about 56 miles from Hemsted. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Hemsted, so check vehicle rules with locations. With the sea within about 5 miles, coastal shoots need a sheltered base.
Here we cover the CT18 postcode area. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Woodland (1 mile south-east), Skeete (1 mile south), Stowting (1 mile west), Rhodes Minnis (1 mile north-east) and Stowting Common (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (8 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north), Dover (11 miles east), Folkestone (6 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north) and Faversham (14 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Saltwood Castle (4 miles south) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (3.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Hemsted include Hatch Park and Tolsford Hill.
Planning the van’s spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- The location’s agreement
- Space in front of the hatch
- Lighting for early or late service
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
For event organisers in Hemsted
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 are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Agree the waste plan with locations
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Share the base location and route
- Send allergies to us in writing
A short menu keeps the line moving in a lunch break.
A dining area at base helps.
- 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