Kent · England
Film and TV set catering in Radfield, Kent
Looking for a fish and chip van for the crew in Radfield? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your crew queue at the hatch.
- Photo shoots
- Crew lunches at base
- Wrap celebrations
Book the van in Radfield
Film set catering for your shoot in Radfield
A chip van fits right in at seaside locations. We’re frequently asked to cater fashion shoots on location and ad shoots, serving mushy peas, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
Near Radfield, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Radfield for film and TV crews
Radfield is about 2 miles east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Whether your shoot is in the middle of Radfield or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Radfield is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
Radfield is about 40 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Teynham station, about 0.9 miles east. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Radfield, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Here we cover the ME9 postcode area. Other places close to Radfield we cover include Bogle (1 mile south-east), Tonge Corner (1 mile north), Rodmersham (1 mile south-west), Lynsted (1 mile south) and Bapchild (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (12 miles west), Ashford (14 miles south), Canterbury (13 miles east), Whitstable (11 miles east), Faversham (5 miles east) and Herne Bay (15 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (1.9 miles west) and Bayford Court (2 miles north-west).
- Local schools include Sittingbourne Community College (1.2 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Fox pub (within half a mile east)
- Other local spots include Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (2.6 miles north-west)
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Room for the crew to queue
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
How the day works
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Crew generally gather round the hatch as soon as we open. Winter shoots near Radfield chase the light, which goes at about 3:50pm in December.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- 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
- Share the timings for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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Why choose a fish and chip van in Radfield?
Compared with sandwiches on set, a chip van gives the crew a proper hot meal. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why book with us
- Something for crew to gather round
- All the chip-shop extras
- No surprises in your quote
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Read how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Radfield
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Is Radfield close to London?
About 40 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do you do wrap parties?
Yes, and crews love it. Send us the date and place.
Do you have documents for productions?
Send us your supplier requirements.
Can the van come to Radfield?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Radfield is within our area. For a quote, use our quote form.
Do you have allergen information?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your shoot and we’ll send a quote.
Perfect for your shoot in Radfield
It’s ideal for short jobs.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Live events and broadcasts
- Lunch at the unit base
- Location filming
Within reach of Radfield are historic houses such as Belmont House and Gardens (4.9 miles south-east). Period locations like these usually keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
What to look for in a quote
- The van’s size and access needs
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What the price includes, item by item
- How allergens are handled
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Put allergy details in writing
Fewer choices mean faster service in a lunch break.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
Towns and villages near Radfield
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What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The day of the week
- Whether a minimum applies
- How far we travel
- How easy the site is to reach
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A picture of where the van would go
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Your date and serving time
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
- 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