Kent · England
Film Set Catering for Lydd events
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew across Lydd and Kent, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Wrap celebrations
- Unit base lunches
- Ad shoots
A chip van near Lydd
Film set catering in Lydd, fried fresh
On a long job, a chip van day is a morale boost. Popular choices include haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas, and we are regularly asked to cater seaside shoots and fashion shoots on location.
Around Lydd, locations can be rural. Let us know about access. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Planning a shoot in Lydd
Lydd is about 11 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. For shoots in Lydd, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Lydd. Lydd is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our bookings stretch from Lydd to Canterbury (24 miles away).
Lydd is about 58 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Wherever your shoot is in TN29, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a shoot at a home on Church Road, Station Road and High Street or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Being close to the B2075, Lydd is easy for us to reach with the van. Other places close to Lydd we cover include Lydd-on-Sea (2 miles east), Greatstone-on-Sea (3 miles north-east), Old Romney (3 miles north), New Romney (3 miles north-east) and Littlestone-on-Sea (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (13 miles north), Folkestone (15 miles north-east), Hythe (11 miles north-east), Tenterden (12 miles north-west), Cheriton (14 miles north-east) and Kennington (15 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Lydd Town Museum (under half a mile south-west) and Romney 'castle' (2.9 miles north). Open spaces near Lydd include Dungeness National and Burnthouse Pen.
- Pubs nearby include The Dolphin Hotel (within half a mile south-west)
Planning for dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Name a contact in the production office
- Put allergy details in writing
- Agree how the base is left
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
After service, we pack up and get out of the way.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
Planning the van’s spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Clear of the shot and sound
- Light near the van if needed
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Other occasions in Lydd
FAQs for Lydd
Is Lydd close to London?
About 58 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your shoot and we’ll send a quote.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for crew are worth planning.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes. Let us know total numbers.
Is grass a problem?
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 anything other than fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Events we cater in Lydd
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Lunch at the unit base
- Location shoots
- Live events and broadcasts
- Seaside and period locations
With the B2075 nearby, Lydd is easy for the van and the trucks to reach.
Before booking anyone
- How late numbers can change
- What happens if plans change
- The deposit and payment dates
- Allergen information for each item
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and children love it.
Step by step
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot when you are ready to eat. Long summer days in Lydd, with light until about 9:15pm, suit evening wraps outdoors, while by late September it’s nearer 7:00pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we will check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
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.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Lydd?
Long shoots typically need a full catering unit. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why us?
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- No surprises in your quote
- All the chip-shop extras
- Something for crew to gather round
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Lydd? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
- 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