Kent · England
Film Set Catering for Knockholt Pound events
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Knockholt Pound and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Wrap parties
- Location filming
- Unit base lunches
Planning an event in Knockholt Pound?
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Compared with sandwiches on set, a chip van gives the crew a proper hot meal. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- A van that becomes part of the event
- No kitchen needed
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
Film set catering in Knockholt Pound, fried fresh
Fried-to-order service suits a lunch break, with no kitchen needed on site. We serve pie and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas, and we’re regularly asked to cater location shoots and fashion shoots on location.
Rural locations near Knockholt Pound can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
What a fish and chip van costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- How far we travel
- Any minimum charge
- How easy the site is to reach
- The date and time of year
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the event is
- Where the van would park
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Share the base location and route
- Update numbers if they change
- Name a contact in the production office
- Flag any coeliac crew
A short menu keeps the line moving in a lunch break.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
Towns and villages near Knockholt Pound
Other occasions in Knockholt Pound
Planning a shoot in Knockholt Pound
Knockholt Pound is about 4 miles north-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We cover Knockholt Pound as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We take the van to 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Knockholt Pound to London (about 16 miles away).
For crew arriving by train, Knockholt station, about 2 miles north, is the nearest station. Among the historic houses close to Knockholt Pound are Down House (3.2 miles west) and Quebec House (4 miles south-west). Period locations like these usually keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Knockholt Pound, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
Shoots anywhere in TN14 start with a parking spot for the van. Whether your shoot is on Old London Road, Bond Close and Main Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Knockholt Pound we cover include Knockholt (1 mile south-west), Halstead (1 mile north-east), Sepham Heath (1 mile north-east), Pratt's Bottom (2 miles north) and Badgers Mount (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Dartford (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (4 miles south-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-east), Gravesend (14 miles north-east), Tonbridge (11 miles south-east) and Northfleet (13 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Orpington Hospital (3.4 miles north) and Lullingstone Castle (4.3 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Downe Bank and Betsom's Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Three Horseshoes pub (less than half a mile south-east)
FAQs for Knockholt Pound
Is Knockholt Pound close to London?
About 16 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a photo if you can.
Do you do wrap parties?
Yes, and crews love it. Send us the date and place.
Who books film set catering in Knockholt Pound?
It lifts the crew.
These are some of the bookings we take in Knockholt Pound and Kent:
- Fashion shoots on location
- Unit base lunches
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Period dramas on location
Central London is about 16 miles from Knockholt Pound, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What your quote should include
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The van’s size and access needs
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the price includes, item by item
Where the van can park in Knockholt Pound
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space in front of the hatch
- The location’s agreement
- Lighting for early or late service
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Planners, venues and businesses
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.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
How it works
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. Long summer days in Knockholt Pound, with light until about 9:20pm, suit evening wraps outdoors, while by late September it is nearer 7:05pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Clear the route for the van
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you will get a clear price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
- 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