Kent · England
Film and TV set catering in River, Kent
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for the crew in River and across Kent.
- Fashion shoots on location
- Period dramas on location
- Shoots on location
Book the van in River
Shooting in River: unit bases and access
River is about 1 mile north-west of Dover, in Kent. For a shoot in River, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. River is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
River is roughly 64 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. River is within about 8 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles. The coast is within about 3 miles of River, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will queue.
This part of Kent takes in CT17 and CT16, and we can serve your shoot anywhere in it. Whether your shoot is on Lower Road, Minnis Lane and London Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Close by, we cover shoots in Kearsney (1 mile north-west), Temple Ewell (1 mile north-west), Dover (1 mile south-east), Whitfield (1 mile north-east) and Maxton (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (13 miles north-west), Folkestone (6 miles south-west), Ramsgate (15 miles north-east), Deal (7 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles south-west) and Walmer (7 miles north-east).
A little further out are Crabble Corn Mill (within half a mile south-east) and Dover Castle (2.2 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Dover Western Heights.
- Schools near River include Dover Christ Church Academy (1.2 miles south-east) and St Edmund's Catholic School (1.4 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include Royal Oak Cottage The Royal Oak Public House (less than half a mile south)
Film set catering in River, cooked to order
Location shoots, commercials and wrap parties all suit a chip van. We serve mushy peas, cod and chips and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for crew treats on long shoot days and location filming.
Shoots around River frequently use houses, farms and lanes. Let us know about access. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Long shoots normally need a full catering unit. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
What you get with us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Something for crew to gather round
- No surprises in your quote
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
For planners, venues and organisers
Organising a club, school or community event in River? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Who books film set catering in River?
It’s ideal for short jobs.
In River and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Stills shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
- Event crews
- Location shoots
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Kearsney station, about 0.5 miles north-west.
Questions to ask before you book
- Payment terms and deposit
- The cancellation terms
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- What the price includes, item by item
More for events in River
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Agree the waste plan with locations
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
Fewer choices mean faster service in a lunch break.
A quick pre-order speeds things up.
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we have agreed, and get on with frying and serving. Winter shoots near River chase the light, which goes at about 3:50pm in December.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Have a level parking spot ready
How to get a price
Still finalising the details? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
Read more
Common questions in River
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your crew, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Where does the van go on location?
Yes, wherever locations agree; we’ll check the route.
Do we need to provide anything?
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.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
What the van needs
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A queue area clear of trucks
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
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 solves that by cooking on site.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
- 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