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Film and TV set catering in Norton Ash, Kent
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for the crew turns food into part of your shoot in Norton Ash.
- End-of-shoot parties
- Fashion shoots on location
- Event crews
Film set catering in Norton Ash
What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Level, firm ground at base
- Permission for the van at base
- Access checked by locations
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
About our film set catering in Norton Ash
We need a level, firm spot at base, and a clear route in. We’re often asked to cater fashion shoots on location and outside broadcasts, with pie and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
Rural locations near Norton Ash can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Organising for someone else?
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Put allergy details in writing
- Agree how the base is left
- Send final numbers the day before
After service, we pack up and get out of the way.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
Norton Ash for film and TV crews
Norton Ash is about 3 miles west of Faversham, in Kent. Whether your shoot is in the middle of Norton Ash or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Norton Ash is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Norton Ash to Canterbury (11 miles away).
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Teynham station, about 1.1 miles north-west, is the nearest station. Norton Ash is about 42 miles from central London.
Shoots anywhere in ME9 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many crew. We can serve a shoot on streets such as London Road and Lower Norton Lane or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Deerton Street (1 mile north), Lewson Street (1 mile south-west), Tickham (1 mile south-west), Teynham (1 mile north-west) and Teynham Street (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (14 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south), Canterbury (11 miles east), Sittingbourne (4 miles west), Whitstable (9 miles east) and Faversham (3 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Newnham Castle (2.7 miles south-west) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (3.8 miles west).
- Local pubs include The Plough Inn (0.6 miles south-west)
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FAQs for Norton Ash
How far is Norton Ash from London?
About 42 miles from central London.
What’s the nearest station to Norton Ash?
The closest is Teynham station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Do you cover Norton Ash?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Norton Ash. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
What paperwork do you provide?
Every production asks for different things, so ask your production office for the list.
A chip van compared with other options
Compared with sandwiches on set, a chip van gives the crew a proper hot meal. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Why us?
- Classic food your crew already know
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Something for crew to gather round
- Bookings across Kent, including Norton Ash
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Why choose film set catering in Norton Ash?
It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Crew morale days
- Commercials and music videos
- Outside broadcasts
- Crew lunches at base
Among the historic houses close to Norton Ash are Belmont House and Gardens (3.6 miles south). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
Questions to ask before booking
- VAT, if it applies
- A clear list of what’s included
- What happens if plans change
- How many hours the van serves
What happens on the day
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your crew can wander over to the hatch once service starts. On a winter shoot near Norton Ash, the light goes by about 3:50pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. In summer, light lasts until about 9:15pm.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Get a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability right away.
Planning help
About the food
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger crew and fish-dodgers.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
- 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