Kent · England
Film and TV set catering in Herne Bay, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Herne Bay and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Seaside shoots
- Location filming
- End-of-shoot parties
Fresh fish and chips in Herne Bay
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- Permission for the van at base
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Herne Bay
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
Film set catering in Herne Bay, fried fresh
Location shoots, commercials and wrap parties all suit a chip van. We are often asked to cater end-of-shoot parties and seaside shoots, serving sausage and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
In a town like Herne Bay, unit bases are often in car parks, school grounds or yards. The van suits any of them. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
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What a fish and chip van costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Your choice of menu
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access and parking
- Service time
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
Details that help
The more we know about your shoot, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Where the van would park
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Where the event is
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Herne Bay? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
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.
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
We work to the lunch time on the call sheet, with a contact for changes.
A dining area at base helps.
Shooting in Herne Bay: unit bases and access
Herne Bay is about 7 miles north of Canterbury, in Kent. In and around Herne Bay, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your crew. We take the van to 922 places across Kent. Our bookings stretch from Herne Bay to Canterbury (7 miles away).
The A299 and B2205 give trucks and the van a straightforward route to Herne Bay. Central London is about 54 miles from Herne Bay, within easy reach for London-based crews. The coast is within about a mile of Herne Bay, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will queue.
Anywhere in CT6, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your shoot could be at a house on High Street, Viscount Square and Market Street, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Herne Bay is on the A299 and B2205, which makes the journey straightforward. We also bring the van to shoots in Hunters Forstal (1 mile south-east), Eddington (1 mile south-west), Broomfield (1 mile south-east), Herne (1 mile south) and Beltinge (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (7 miles south), Margate (11 miles east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east), Whitstable (5 miles west) and Deal (15 miles south-east).
A little further out are Tankerton Castle (4.3 miles west) and Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (3.6 miles west). Within reach you will find West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Schools near Herne Bay include Herne Bay High School (1 mile south-west)
- Local pubs include Queen's Head Public House (within half a mile north-west)
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Wrap parties add up. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Why book with us
- We cover Herne Bay and the whole of Kent
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Herne Bay questions
Is Herne Bay close to London?
About 54 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van park in Curtis Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Check with them first.
Can the van come to our wrap?
Yes. It is a great way to end a shoot.
What will the production need?
Send us your supplier requirements.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for crew are worth planning.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan service around it.
Can you adjust to schedule changes?
Yes. Tell us the lunch time and a contact on the day, and we will adjust where possible.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it is lovely with a pie.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
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. Winter shoots near Herne Bay chase the light, which goes at about 3:50pm in December, so lunch at base is often in daylight but a wrap meal isn’t.
- First, tell us 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Let us know the serving time
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Getting a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Herne Bay? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
- 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