Kent · England
Film and TV set catering in Maplescombe, Kent
Bring the chip shop to your shoot in Maplescombe. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Music video shoots
- Seaside shoots
- Lunch at the unit base
Book the van in Maplescombe
Film set catering for your shoot in Maplescombe
Shoot days are long, and a hot lunch on time matters. We park at the unit base and cook to order. We’re often asked to cater lunch at the unit base and live events and broadcasts, with cod and chips, pie and chips and mushy peas.
Rural locations near Maplescombe 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.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Long shoots normally need a full catering unit. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. 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.
Why us?
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A van that becomes part of the event
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Maplescombe: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Maplescombe?
The closest is Eynsford station, roughly 1.6 miles away.
Is Maplescombe too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Do numbers include extras?
Of course. Let us know total numbers.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Can the van come to our wrap?
Yes, it is a popular wrap. Send us the date and place.
What about crew who do not eat fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
The process
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your shoot in Maplescombe. Daylight is short on winter shoots near Maplescombe: sunset is about 3:55pm, so lunch at base is frequently in daylight but a wrap meal is not.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for the crew.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Clear the route for the van
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability right away.
Planning help
Towns and villages near Maplescombe
Other occasions in Maplescombe
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is generally simpler.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Space in front of the hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
For event organisers in Maplescombe
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: 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.
Crew catering near Maplescombe
Maplescombe is about 6 miles north-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. For shoots in Maplescombe, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Maplescombe to London (18 miles away).
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Eynsford station is about 1.6 miles away. Historic houses near Maplescombe include Lullingstone Castle (1.9 miles west). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Maplescombe, so check vehicle rules with locations.
For shoots in DA4, we just need to know where the van can park. We also bring the van to shoots in West Kingsdown (1 mile south-east), East Hill (1 mile south), Eynsford (1 mile north-west), Knatts Valley (2 miles south) and Speed Gate (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles south-east), Dartford (6 miles north), Sevenoaks (6 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south), Gravesend (8 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (11 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Eynsford Castle (1.5 miles north-west) and Sevenoaks Hospital (5 miles south-west).
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Numbers
- Service time
- The menu and how many choices
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Expected numbers
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The date and time of the event
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Maplescombe? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we cannot meet
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Send allergies to us in writing
We work to the lunch time on the call sheet, with a contact for changes.
A quick pre-order speeds things up.
Occasions we serve in Maplescombe
Service is quick from the hatch with a short menu.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Maplescombe book the van for occasions like:
- Lunch at the unit base
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Period dramas on location
- End-of-shoot parties
Central London is about 18 miles from Maplescombe.
What to look for in a quote
- If the price includes VAT
- The deadline for final numbers
- When payment is due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- 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