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Film and TV set catering in Sarre, 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 Sarre.
- Seaside and period locations
- Location filming
- Photo shoots
Fresh fish and chips in Sarre
How our film set catering works in Sarre
We need a level, firm spot at base, and a route the van can manage. We serve haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for period dramas on location and crew lunches at base.
Rural locations near Sarre can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
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Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Sarre? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
How the day works
Changes on the day are fine: we will adjust start times and pace to suit your shoot. Sunset in Sarre is about 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for the crew.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
How to get a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
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Before you choose a spot
We will be honest if a spot won’t work. The main points are:
- Space in front of the hatch
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
Shooting in Sarre: unit bases and access
Sarre is about 5 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Sarre is well within our area, so your shoot just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. Sarre is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 8 miles away.
For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Minster station, roughly 3.5 miles east of the centre. Central London is about 58 miles from Sarre. The coast is within about 6 miles of Sarre, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
Wherever your shoot is in CT7, we can bring the van to you. Your shoot could be at a house on Island Road, Old Road and Chantry Park or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. For shoots just outside Sarre, we cover St Nicholas at Wade (1 mile north-east), West Stourmouth (1 mile south), East Stourmouth (2 miles south), Monkton (2 miles east) and Upstreet (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (8 miles south-west), Margate (7 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south), Ramsgate (7 miles east), Broadstairs (8 miles east) and Whitstable (9 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Powell-Cotton Museum (3.8 miles north-east).
- Nearby, you will find Kings Head Inn (within half a mile east)
Perfect for your shoot in Sarre
It is a morale boost on a tough day.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Sarre, people book us for events such as:
- Seaside and period locations
- Crew morale days
- Commercials and music videos
- Event crews
Within reach of Sarre are historic houses such as Quex Park (4.1 miles north-east). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
Questions to ask before booking
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Any minimum charge
- What the price includes, item by item
- The deposit and payment dates
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A full location catering unit suits long shoots with three meals a day. 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
- All the chip-shop extras
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Bookings across Kent, including Sarre
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Sarre questions
Is Sarre too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Sarre?
The closest is Minster station, roughly 3.5 miles away.
Do numbers include extras?
Of course. Let us know total numbers.
Can the van come to base?
Yes, wherever locations agree.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for crew.
Do you have documents for productions?
Tell us what the production needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
What can crew choose from?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Parking and the way in
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How long we serve
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where the van would park
- A picture of the parking spot
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. It’s battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
- 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