Medway · England
Film and TV set catering in Lower Higham, Medway
Bring the chip shop to your shoot in Lower Higham. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- End-of-shoot parties
- Live events and broadcasts
- Fashion shoots on location
Film set catering for Lower Higham events
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Long shoots generally need a full catering unit. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book with us
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- We cover Lower Higham and the whole of Medway
- No kitchen needed
- A van that becomes part of the event
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Film set catering in Lower Higham, cooked to order
Food is fried to order, so it is hot when the break is called. Popular choices include mushy peas, sausage and chips and pie and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater outside broadcasts and shoots on location.
Rural locations near Lower Higham can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. Everything is fried fresh at your shoot, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
Towns and villages near Lower Higham
More for events in Lower Higham
Planning a shoot in Lower Higham
Lower Higham is about 3 miles north-west of Rochester, in Medway. Shoots in Lower Higham are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Lower Higham is one of 68 places in Medway where we bring the van. You can also see our page for London, about 25 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, Higham station serves Lower Higham directly. Within reach of Lower Higham are historic houses such as Temple Manor (3 miles south) and Restoration House (3.4 miles south-east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
For shoots in ME3, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many crew. That could mean a shoot at a home on Canal Road, Chalk Road and Chequers Street, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Other places close to Lower Higham we cover include Church Street (1 mile north), Higham (1 mile south), Mockbeggar (1 mile east), Gadshill (1 mile south) and Cliffe Woods (2 miles east). Further out, we also take the van to Gillingham (6 miles south-east), Chatham (6 miles south-east), Rochester (3 miles south-east), Rainham (8 miles south-east), Strood (3 miles south) and Luton (5 miles south-east).
A little further out are City of Rochester-upon-Medway (2.9 miles south-east) and Huguenot Museum (3.2 miles south-east). The countryside around Lower Higham includes Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
- Nearby schools include Strood Academy (2.2 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Chequers pub (under half a mile east)
What happens on the day
We need a level, firm place to park the van, close to where people will eat, and we agree exactly where before the day. Winter shoots near Lower Higham chase the light, which goes at about 3:50pm in December.
- We start with the location, call times and crew numbers.
- We check the route and the unit base and send a price.
- We agree the van’s position and arrival with the location manager.
- We cook to order through the crew’s lunch break.
- We pack up straight after service and leave the base tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
Perfect for your shoot in Lower Higham
Productions book a chip van because crews love it, especially on long shoots.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Lower Higham:
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Period dramas on location
- Wrap celebrations
- Lunch at the unit base
Lower Higham is roughly 25 miles from central London.
Before you book anyone
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
What a fish and chip van costs
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Distance and any road charges
- Parking and the way in
- Whether a minimum applies
- The length of service
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where the van would park
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Your date and serving time
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Lower Higham
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Common questions in Lower Higham
Can the van park in Broomhill Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Is Lower Higham too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, Medway included. See all areas.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac crew in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes, if they’re in your numbers. Tell us the day before.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your crew, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
Used oil leaves with the van.
A chip van wrap party is a great way to finish a shoot.
Should I sort the food myself?
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. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
- 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