Kent · England
Film Set Catering in Mud Row
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Film set catering in Mud Row.
- Unit base lunches
- Live events and broadcasts
- Seaside shoots
Planning an event in Mud Row?
Location catering around Mud Row
Mud Row is about 3 miles east of Minster, in Kent. Across the ME12 area, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Mud Row to Canterbury (about 13 miles away).
For shoots in ME12, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. If your venue is just outside Mud Row, we also cover Warden (1 mile east), Eastchurch (1 mile west), Bay View (1 mile south-east), Leysdown-on-Sea (2 miles south-east) and Minster (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (8 miles south-west), Whitstable (8 miles south-east), Faversham (7 miles south), Herne Bay (11 miles east) and Davington (6 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Minster Gatehouse Museum (3.2 miles west).
How our film set catering works in Mud Row
A chip van fits right in at seaside locations. Typical bookings include shoots on location and outside broadcasts, serving sausage and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips.
Near Mud Row, check tracks and ground for the van. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
Who books film set catering in Mud Row?
Service is quick from the hatch.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re frequently booked for:
- Wrap parties
- Event crews
- Crew morale days
- Unit base lunches
Central London is about 43 miles from Mud Row.
Comparing caterers
- How many hours the van serves
- The van’s size and access needs
- How allergens are handled
- What happens if plans change
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Next to a sandwich lunch, a chip van gives the crew a proper hot meal. Larger groups generally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Hot food handed straight over
- Events in Mud Row and across Kent
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Looking after everyone
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
A short menu keeps the line moving in a lunch break.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
Step by step
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. Light in Mud Row lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Mud Row? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Permission for the van at base
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Mud Row
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Mud Row
Is Mud Row too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is Mud Row close to London?
About 43 miles from central London.
What paperwork do you provide?
Every production asks for different things, so ask your production office for the list.
What if lunch moves?
We can. Tell us the lunch time and a contact on the day, and we’ll work around changes where we can.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do you do wrap parties?
Yes. It’s a great way to end a shoot.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Organising a club, school or community event in Mud Row? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
Places near Mud Row
Other occasions in Mud Row
- 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