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Film Set Catering in Milebush
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Milebush? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Seaside shoots
- Fashion shoots on location
- Location shoots
Film set catering in Milebush
About our film set catering in Milebush
We cater location shoots, unit bases, commercials, music videos and wrap parties. Typical bookings include ad shoots and outside broadcasts, with cod and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips.
Rural locations near Milebush can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
For planners, venues and organisers
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
How it works
You’ll know we are ready when the smell of frying drifts over. After that, it’s a steady flow to the hatch. Light in Milebush lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Ensure the van can get in
- Share the timings for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Before you choose a spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- A queue area clear of trucks
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
Food your guests will love
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
What affects the price in Milebush
We’ll give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Service time
- Cod, haddock or both
- Any minimum charge
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and time of the event
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Allergies and diets you know about
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Milebush? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Common questions in Milebush
Do you come out to small places like Milebush?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Milebush?
Marden station, about 1.1 miles south-west of the centre.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is normally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac crew when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Do you have documents for productions?
Productions vary, so send us the list.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your crew, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Some locations have nowhere to buy food. A van brings lunch to base. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why Milebush hosts choose us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Events in Milebush and across Kent
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Events we cater in Milebush
It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Commercials and music videos
- Live events and broadcasts
- End-of-shoot parties
- Fashion shoots on location
For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Marden station, roughly 1.1 miles south-west of the centre.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- When final numbers are due
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Any minimum charge
Nearby places to Milebush
Other occasions in Milebush
Milebush for film and TV crews
Milebush is about 6 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Bookings in Milebush come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent. We serve events right across the region, from Milebush to Canterbury (26 miles away).
Central London is about 34 miles from Milebush, within easy reach for London-based crews. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Milebush, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Shoots anywhere in TN12 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many crew. We can serve a shoot on streets such as Maidstone Road and Milebush Lane or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. For shoots just outside Milebush, we cover St Ann's Green (1 mile east), Underling Green (1 mile north-east), Wanshurst Green (1 mile south-east), Cross-at-Hand (2 miles east) and Marden Thorn (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (6 miles north), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles west), Tonbridge (10 miles west) and Kings Hill (7 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Sutton Valence Castle (4.2 miles north-east) and Oakwood Hospital (5.7 miles north).
- 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