Kent · England
Film and TV set catering in Roughway, Kent
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Roughway? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry fresh while your crew queue at the hatch.
- Seaside and period locations
- Location filming
- Crew lunches at base
Film set catering for Roughway events
Film set catering for your shoot in Roughway
Seaside and period locations suit a fish and chip van perfectly. For end-of-shoot parties and period dramas on location, we will put together a menu of haddock and chips, cod and chips and pie and chips for your guests.
Near Roughway, check tracks and ground for the van with locations. We cook inside the van, right where your crew are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
What affects the price in Roughway
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Any minimum charge
- Cod, haddock or both
- How easy the site is to reach
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the van would park
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the event is
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. 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 generally simpler.
Places near Roughway
Other occasions in Roughway
Perfect for your shoot in Roughway
It works in any weather.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Crew morale days
- Commercials and music videos
- Wrap celebrations
- Outside broadcasts
For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, roughly 2.9 miles north of the centre.
Questions to ask before booking
- Payment terms and deposit
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Ordering takeaway to a location is unreliable. A van cooks at the unit base. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why Roughway hosts choose us
- Bookings across Kent, including Roughway
- A quote that spells everything out
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at our prices page and what a fish and chip van costs.
How the day works
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Then everything is fried to order, so we time it to your schedule. Light in Roughway lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Name one person we can call on the day
Getting a price
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Roughway? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. To contact us, use our quote form.
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Planning for dietary needs
Most events have a few crew with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
Tell us if supporting artists are eating.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
Planning a shoot in Roughway
Roughway is about 4 miles north-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. For shoots in Roughway, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. We take the van to 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Roughway to London (25 miles away).
Roughway is roughly 25 miles from central London. Nearby historic houses include Old Soar Manor (0.7 miles north) and Ightham Mote (2.4 miles west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
We cover shoots in every part of the TN11 postcode area. Other places close to Roughway we cover include Dunk's Green (1 mile west), Plaxtol (1 mile north-west), Swanton (1 mile east), West Peckham (2 miles east) and Claygate Cross (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (9 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north), Sevenoaks (6 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles south), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (4 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Hadlow Tower museum (2.1 miles south) and Ightham Court (3.3 miles north-west).
- Local pubs include The Kentish Rifleman Public House (0.6 miles west)
Before you choose a spot
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- A clear route to base
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
FAQs for Roughway
Which station is closest to Roughway?
The closest is Borough Green & Wrotham station, roughly 2.9 miles away.
Is Roughway too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan service around it.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll plan for them.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Where does the van go on location?
Yes, on level ground at base.
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
- 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