Kent · England
Film and TV set catering in Hoppers Corner, Kent
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for the crew in Hoppers Corner.
- Seaside shoots
- Shoots on location
- Ad shoots
A chip van near Hoppers Corner
Film set catering for your shoot in Hoppers Corner
Fried-to-order service suits a lunch break, without needing a kitchen on location. Typical bookings include location filming and event crews, with haddock and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
Rural locations near Hoppers Corner can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
A chip van compared with other options
Some locations have nowhere to buy food. The van solves that. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
Why book with us
- Classic food your crew already know
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- A clear quote before booking
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- Space in front of the hatch
- The location’s agreement
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Hoppers Corner
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
Events we cater in Hoppers Corner
It lifts the crew.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Hoppers Corner and Kent:
- Outside broadcasts
- Photo shoots
- Crew morale days
- Wrap parties
Historic houses near Hoppers Corner include Stoneacre (4.9 miles east). Period locations like these generally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether VAT is included
- The cancellation terms
- Whether travel is included
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
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. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
How the day works
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch. Afterwards we pack up. Light in Hoppers Corner lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Hoppers Corner, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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What a fish and chip van costs
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- The number of meals
- The menu and how many choices
- Whether a minimum applies
- The date and time of year
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the event is
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Location catering around Hoppers Corner
Hoppers Corner is about 3 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. We take a fish and chip van for the crew to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Hoppers Corner. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 27 miles away.
Central London is about 29 miles from Hoppers Corner, within easy reach for London-based crews. For crew arriving by train, East Farleigh station is about 0.9 miles away. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Hoppers Corner, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
This part of Kent takes in ME15, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Lower Road and Charlton Lane; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to shoots in Kettle Corner (1 mile north-east), Farleigh Green (1 mile south), Barming Heath (1 mile north), West Farleigh (1 mile south-west) and East Farleigh (1 mile east). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (3 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (9 miles south-west).
A little further out are Kent Fire Brigade Museum (2.2 miles east) and Oakwood Hospital (1.4 miles north-east).
- Local schools include Oakwood Park Grammar School (1.9 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Tickled Trout pub (0.6 miles south-west)
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us 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’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Also near Hoppers Corner
What else we do in Hoppers Corner
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Hoppers Corner
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Hoppers Corner from London?
Roughly 29 miles from the centre of London.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
What will the production need?
Every production asks for different things, so send us the list.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
- 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