Kent · England
Film and TV set catering in Paddock Wood, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew across Paddock Wood and Kent, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Crew morale days
- Event crews
- Location shoots
A chip van near Paddock Wood
Planning a shoot in Paddock Wood
Paddock Wood is about 5 miles east of Tonbridge, in Kent. For shoots in Paddock Wood, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Paddock Wood. Paddock Wood is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 31 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, Paddock Wood has its own station, Paddock Wood station. With the B2017 and B2160 nearby, Paddock Wood is easy for the van and the trucks to reach.
We take the van to shoots all over TN12. From Church Road, Station Road and Forest Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. You’ll find Paddock Wood on the B2017 and B2160, which makes the journey straightforward. We also bring the van to shoots in Whetsted (1 mile north-west), Colt's Hill (1 mile west), Five Oak Green (2 miles west), Matfield (2 miles south-west) and Brenchley (2 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (9 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (11 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles south-west), Tonbridge (5 miles west), Kings Hill (7 miles north) and Foley Park (10 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tunbridge Wells Hospital (4 miles south-west) and The Hop Farm Museum (1.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Nearby schools include Mascalls School (0.5 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include John Brunt V.C. Pub (within half a mile north)
Film set catering in Paddock Wood, cooked to order
We need a level, firm spot at base, and a clear route in. Whether it is crew lunches at base and seaside shoots, we can cook cod and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips.
Shoots around Paddock Wood frequently use houses, farms and lanes. Let us know about access. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
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What else we do in Paddock Wood
What affects the price in Paddock Wood
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Distance and any road charges
- Access and parking
- Whether a minimum applies
- How many people are eating
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What we need to know
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The address or venue name
- Your date and serving time
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Allergies and diets you know about
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Paddock Wood?
Long shoots typically need a full catering unit. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A quote that spells everything out
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- We cover Paddock Wood and the whole of Kent
See our prices page or the cost guide.
Occasions we serve in Paddock Wood
It needs no kitchen on location, just a spot at the unit base.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Lunch at the unit base
- Seaside shoots
- Outside broadcasts
- Wrap parties
Paddock Wood is about 31 miles from central London.
What your quote should include
- When final numbers are due
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- The cancellation terms
Should I sort the food myself?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and children love it.
What happens on the day
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we’re there in good time before you want to eat. In December, daylight in Paddock Wood ends around 3:55pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:15pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Get a quote
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.
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FAQs for Paddock Wood
Could you trade in Foal Hurst Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first.
Is Paddock Wood close to London?
Roughly 31 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
What paperwork do you provide?
Every production asks for different things, so send us the list and we’ll go through it.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Do you do wrap parties?
We do. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Send the unit base address and directions
Fewer choices mean faster service in a lunch break.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
Space, access and the venue
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- Clear of the shot and sound
- Lighting for early or late service
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- 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