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Film Set Catering in Knave's Ash
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Knave's Ash? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Crew lunches at base
- Seaside shoots
- Fashion shoots on location
Film set catering in Knave's Ash
Film set catering in Knave's Ash, fried fresh
Schedules move, so give us a contact on the day and we will work around it. Typical bookings include seaside shoots and crew lunches at base, with cod and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips.
For a shoot in a place like Knave's Ash, tracks and soft ground need checking with locations. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Ensure we can reach locations on the day
- Agree how the base is left
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we cannot meet
- Confirm numbers the day before
After service, we pack up and get out of the way.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Knave's Ash?
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van makes a relaxed wrap. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- We cover Knave's Ash and the whole of Kent
- Hot food handed straight over
For event organisers in Knave's Ash
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Knave's Ash? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger crew and fish-dodgers.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Level, firm ground at base
- Light near the van if needed
- Permission for the van at base
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
Knave's Ash for film and TV crews
Knave's Ash is about 2 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. People in Knave's Ash book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
Knave's Ash is roughly 55 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. The coast is within about 3 miles of Knave's Ash, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
Shoots anywhere in CT3 start with a parking spot for the van. From Hicks Forstal Road and Hoath Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Knave's Ash we cover include Hoath (1 mile east), Maypole (1 mile north-east), Old Tree (1 mile north-east), Millbank (1 mile north-east) and Hicks Forstal (1 mile west). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (5 miles south-west), Margate (10 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east) and Whitstable (5 miles west).
A little further out are St Martins Hospital (4.4 miles south-west). Within reach you will find West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Schools near Knave's Ash include Spires Academy (1.6 miles south)
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Knave's Ash
Can the van park in Curtis Wood?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Which station is closest to Knave's Ash?
The closest is Herne Bay station, roughly 2.6 miles away.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Children normally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
What if lunch moves?
Schedules move, and we plan for it. A contact on the day is all we need.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we will advise.
Occasions we serve in Knave's Ash
Productions book a chip van because crews love it.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Knave's Ash, people book us for events such as:
- Live events and broadcasts
- Commercials and music videos
- Location filming
- Crew treats on long shoot days
For cast and crew travelling by train, the closest railway station is Herne Bay station, roughly 2.6 miles north-west of the centre.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- How many hours the van serves
- The deposit and payment dates
- The deadline for final numbers
How the day works
There’s very little for you to do on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your shoot. We handle the cooking and serving. On a winter shoot near Knave's Ash, the light goes by about 3:50pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:15pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Share the timings for the day
- Clear the route for the van
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Other occasions in Knave's Ash
- 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