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Film Set Catering in St Nicholas at Wade
Film set catering in St Nicholas at Wade: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Wrap celebrations
- Seaside and period locations
- Music video shoots
Planning an event in St Nicholas at Wade?
How the day works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. In December, daylight in St Nicholas at Wade ends around 3:50pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:15pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Make sure the van can get in
How to get a price
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in St Nicholas at Wade? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Planning help
Film set catering in St Nicholas at Wade, cooked to order
Everything is cooked as crew come up, so it is hot when the break is called. We’re frequently asked to cater wrap parties and shoots on location, with cod and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips.
Near St Nicholas at Wade, check tracks and ground for the van with locations. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
A chip van compared with other options
For a crew lunch people will remember, a chip van is hard to beat in St Nicholas at Wade. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Why St Nicholas at Wade hosts choose us
- Something for crew to gather round
- A clear quote before you book
- Events in St Nicholas at Wade and across Kent
- Classic food your crew already know
Read how we price and the cost guide.
St Nicholas at Wade for film and TV crews
St Nicholas at Wade is about 5 miles east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Anywhere in CT7, we can bring the van to you. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 9 miles away.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Birchington-On-Sea station is about 2.7 miles away. Within reach of St Nicholas at Wade are historic houses such as Quex Park (3 miles east). Period locations like these typically keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. The coast is within about 6 miles of St Nicholas at Wade, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will queue.
We cover shoots in every part of CT7 and the streets around it. That could mean a shoot at a home on The Street, Orchard Close and Wotton Court, wherever the van can park. If your venue is just outside St Nicholas at Wade, we also cover Sarre (1 mile south-west), Monkton (1 mile south-east), Hoo (2 miles south-east), East Stourmouth (2 miles south) and West Stourmouth (2 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (9 miles south-west), Margate (6 miles east), Dover (15 miles south), Ramsgate (7 miles east), Broadstairs (8 miles east) and Whitstable (10 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Powell-Cotton Museum (2.8 miles east).
- Pubs nearby include The Bell Inn (less than half a mile north-west)
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
Places near St Nicholas at Wade
Other occasions in St Nicholas at Wade
Occasions we serve in St Nicholas at Wade
Crews love a chip van day, especially on long shoots.
These are some of the bookings we take around St Nicholas at Wade:
- Wrap parties
- Seaside and period locations
- Commercials and music videos
- Live events and broadcasts
St Nicholas at Wade is about 59 miles from central London.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit and payment dates
- Allergen information for each item
- The cancellation terms
- If the price includes VAT
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
St Nicholas at Wade questions
Is St Nicholas at Wade too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Is St Nicholas at Wade close to London?
About 59 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you have documents for productions?
Every production asks for different things, so ask your production office for the list.
Can the van come to base?
Yes, wherever locations agree; we will check the route.
Can the van come to our wrap?
We do. It is a great way to end a shoot.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we will include them in the plan.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
What affects the price in St Nicholas at Wade
These are the factors that matter most:
- How far we travel
- Whether a minimum applies
- Numbers
- Access and parking
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, use our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
- 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