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Film and TV set catering in Monkton, Kent
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for the crew turns food into part of your shoot in Monkton.
- Photo shoots
- Unit base lunches
- Location filming
Film set catering for Monkton events
Film set catering in Monkton, fried fresh
Seaside and period locations suit a fish and chip van perfectly. We serve haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas, and we’re frequently booked for crew morale days and location filming.
Rural locations near Monkton can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Organising for someone else?
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely with a pie.
What else we do in Monkton
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Long shoots generally need a full catering unit. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book with us
- We cover Monkton and the whole of Kent
- Classic food your crew already know
- Quick service from the hatch
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
What happens on the day
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. In December, daylight in Monkton ends around 3:50pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. In summer, light lasts until about 9:15pm.
- 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.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Make sure the van can get in
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
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. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- Lighting for early or late service
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Plan an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Update numbers if they change
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
We clear up quickly after lunch.
A quick pre-order speeds things up.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Your choice of menu
- How easy the site is to reach
- Any minimum charge
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Expected numbers
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the parking spot
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Shooting in Monkton: unit bases and access
Monkton is about 5 miles south-west of Margate, in Kent. Whether your shoot is in the middle of Monkton or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Monkton is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Monkton to Canterbury (about 10 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Minster station, about 1.8 miles south-east. Among the historic houses close to Monkton are Quex Park (2.6 miles north-east). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. The coast is within about 6 miles of Monkton, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will queue.
We cover shoots in every part of CT12. From Monkton Street, Collards Close and Seamark Close or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside Monkton, we also cover Hoo (1 mile east), St Nicholas at Wade (1 mile north-west), Sarre (2 miles west), East Stourmouth (2 miles south-west) and Westmarsh (2 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (10 miles south-west), Margate (5 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south), Ramsgate (6 miles east), Broadstairs (7 miles east) and Whitstable (11 miles west).
A little further out are Powell-Cotton Museum (2.4 miles north-east) and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (5.5 miles north-east). The countryside around Monkton includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
Questions from Monkton
Do you come out to small places like Monkton?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you serve near the sea around Monkton?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
How long are you on site?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Can you park at the unit base?
Yes, on level ground at base.
Can you feed visitors on set?
Yes, include them in numbers. Tell us the day before.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac crew when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
Do you cover Monkton?
We do. We serve events in Monkton and across Kent. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
- 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