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Film and TV set catering in Swalecliffe, Kent
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in Swalecliffe.
- Wrap celebrations
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Photo shoots
Film set catering in Swalecliffe
How our film set catering works in Swalecliffe
Locations and the production office can deal with us directly. Popular choices include cod and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater crew morale days and photo shoots.
Near Swalecliffe, base may be a field or yard, so ground conditions matter. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Swalecliffe questions
What’s the nearest station to Swalecliffe?
Chestfield & Swalecliffe station, in Swalecliffe itself.
Can you serve near the sea around Swalecliffe?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
Do you have documents for productions?
Every production asks for different things, so send us the list and we’ll go through it.
Can you feed visitors on set?
Yes, include them in numbers. Tell us the day before.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Do you cover Swalecliffe?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Swalecliffe is within our area. For a quote, use our quote form.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Places near Swalecliffe
Other occasions in Swalecliffe
Shooting in Swalecliffe: unit bases and access
Swalecliffe is about 2 miles east of Whitstable, in Kent. For a shoot in Swalecliffe, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Swalecliffe is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
Swalecliffe is roughly 51 miles from central London. For cast and crew travelling by train, Chestfield & Swalecliffe station serves Swalecliffe directly. The coast is within about 2 miles of Swalecliffe, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
This part of Kent takes in CT5, and we can serve your shoot anywhere in it. Whether your shoot is on Kemp Road, Brook Road and Burnan Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. Being close to the A2990, Swalecliffe is simple for us to get to. We also bring the van to shoots in Chestfield (1 mile south), Tankerton (1 mile west), West End (1 mile south-east), Hampton (2 miles north-east) and Whitstable (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (6 miles south), Margate (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles west), Ramsgate (15 miles east), Faversham (8 miles west) and Herne Bay (3 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (0.7 miles west) and Tankerton Castle (1.3 miles west). The countryside around Swalecliffe includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby schools include The Whitstable School (1.4 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Plough pub (within half a mile north-east)
Before you choose a spot
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Light near the van if needed
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- Permission for the van at base
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
Occasions we serve in Swalecliffe
It works in any weather, which matters on location.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Swalecliffe book the van for occasions like:
- Location filming
- Unit base lunches
- Stills shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
With the A2990 nearby, Swalecliffe is easy for the van and the trucks to reach.
Before booking anyone
- What happens if plans change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Any minimum charge
- Travel, tolls and road charges
What happens on the day
Nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. In December, daylight in Swalecliffe ends around 3:50pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. In summer, light lasts until about 9:15pm.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- The day of the week
- The minimum booking
- Access and parking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where you’d like the van to go
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Swalecliffe?
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van makes a relaxed wrap. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book our van in Swalecliffe
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Bookings across Kent, including Swalecliffe
For event organisers in Swalecliffe
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. Ask the council or landowner early.
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
- 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