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Film Set Catering in Upper Hardres
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for the crew in Upper Hardres.
- Period dramas on location
- Ad shoots
- Location shoots
Book the van in Upper Hardres
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and it is a favourite with children.
How our film set catering works in Upper Hardres
On a long job, a chip van day is a morale boost, alongside regular catering. We’re often asked to cater live events and broadcasts and seaside and period locations, with sausage and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas.
For a shoot in a place like Upper Hardres, tracks and soft ground need checking. You will know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
The process
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your shoot in Upper Hardres. Light in Upper Hardres lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- It starts with the unit base, dates and numbers.
- We check access and send a quote.
- Parking and arrival are agreed with locations.
- We serve hot from the hatch when lunch is called.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
How to get a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Upper Hardres? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Crew catering near Upper Hardres
Upper Hardres is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. People in Upper Hardres book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve all 922 towns and villages in Kent.
Upper Hardres is roughly 54 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Upper Hardres, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Anywhere in CT4, we can fry fresh for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a shoot at a home on Broxhall Road and Hardres Court Road or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Lynsore Bottom (1 mile south-east), Pett Bottom (1 mile north-east), Lower Hardres (1 mile north), Petham (2 miles west) and Street End (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Whitstable (10 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (4.1 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.5 miles north).
- Local pubs include The Duck pub (0.9 miles north-east)
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Towns and villages near Upper Hardres
Also in Upper Hardres
A chip van compared with other options
Compared with sandwiches on set, hot fish and chips is a real lunch. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
Why us?
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Bookings across Kent, including Upper Hardres
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Space in front of the hatch
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Upper Hardres
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Put allergy details in writing
- Plan an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
We arrive at base in good time and set up, out of the way.
Plan bins at the unit base.
Perfect for your shoot in Upper Hardres
It is ideal for short jobs.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are often booked for:
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Unit base lunches
- Commercials and music videos
- Outside broadcasts
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Bekesbourne station, about 3.9 miles north-east.
Comparing caterers
- If the price includes VAT
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Payment terms and deposit
- Allergen information for each item
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Access and parking
- Any minimum charge
- Cod, haddock or both
- How long we serve
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and time of the event
- Any dietary needs and allergies
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
FAQs for Upper Hardres
Which station is closest to Upper Hardres?
Bekesbourne station, about 3.9 miles north-east of the centre.
Is Upper Hardres close to London?
Roughly 54 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
Can the van come to Upper Hardres?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Upper Hardres is within our area. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Can you park at the unit base?
Yes, wherever locations agree; we’ll check the route.
Can the van come to our wrap?
Yes. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
- 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