Medway · England
Film Set Catering in Tunbridge Hill
Film set catering in Tunbridge Hill: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Unit base lunches
- Seaside shoots
- Fashion shoots on location
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How our film set catering works in Tunbridge Hill
Everything is cooked as crew come up, so lunch is hot and fresh. Whether it is commercials and music videos and live events and broadcasts, we can cook pie and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips for your guests.
Rural locations near Tunbridge Hill can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Before you choose a spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- Space in front of the hatch
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
FAQs for Tunbridge Hill
How far is Tunbridge Hill from London?
About 30 miles from central London.
Is Tunbridge Hill too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Can the van come to our wrap?
Yes, it’s a popular wrap. Tell us the details.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
How long are you on site?
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.
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Share the base location and route
We clear up quickly after lunch.
A gazebo by the van keeps the line dry.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a crew treat, a chip van is hard to beat in Tunbridge Hill. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why us?
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No kitchen needed
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- A clear quote before booking
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
What happens on the day
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace. Daylight is short on winter shoots near Tunbridge Hill: sunset is about 3:50pm, so lunch at base is frequently in daylight but a wrap meal isn’t.
- You share 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.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Let us know the serving time
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, use our quote form.
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Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
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.
Also near Tunbridge Hill
Other occasions in Tunbridge Hill
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
For event organisers in Tunbridge Hill
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
What affects the price in Tunbridge Hill
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How long we serve
- The number of meals
- Cod, haddock or both
- The day of the week
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The address or venue name
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Expected numbers
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Crew catering near Tunbridge Hill
Tunbridge Hill is about 5 miles north of Gillingham, in Medway. We park up at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Tunbridge Hill and the surrounding area. We cover 68 places in Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 24 miles away.
Central London is about 30 miles from Tunbridge Hill.
Here we cover the ME3 postcode area, and we can serve your shoot anywhere in it. Other places close to Tunbridge Hill we cover include Kingsnorth (1 mile south), Fenn Street (1 mile north-west), Sharnal Street (1 mile north-west), St Mary Hoo (2 miles north) and High Halstow (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (5 miles south), Chatham (6 miles south-west), Rochester (5 miles south-west), Rainham (5 miles south), Strood (6 miles south-west) and Luton (5 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Medway Maritime Hospital (4.5 miles south-west) and Upnor Castle (3.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Tunbridge Hill include Bishop Saltings.
- 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