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Film and TV set catering in Upper Ifield, Kent
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Upper Ifield and the surrounding area.
- Seaside and period locations
- Stills shoots
- Wrap celebrations
Planning an event in Upper Ifield?
Allergies and dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Send final numbers the day before
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Have a back-up for special diets
A short menu keeps the line moving in a lunch break.
A quick pre-order speeds things up.
How our film set catering works in Upper Ifield
Shoot days are long, and a hot lunch on time matters. We park at the unit base and cook to order. We’re often asked to cater seaside shoots and wrap celebrations, serving haddock and chips, cod and chips and pie and chips.
Near Upper Ifield, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Ordering takeaway to a location is unreliable. A van cooks at the unit base. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why Upper Ifield hosts choose us
- Classic food your crew already know
- Bookings across Kent, including Upper Ifield
- Quick service from the hatch
- A van that becomes part of the event
What else we do in Upper Ifield
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Why choose film set catering in Upper Ifield?
It needs no kitchen on location, just a spot at the unit base.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are often booked for:
- Shoots on location
- Crew lunches at base
- Event crews
- Wrap celebrations
Within reach of Upper Ifield are historic houses such as Cobham College (1.9 miles south-west) and Temple Manor (3.4 miles south-east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
What your quote should include
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The cancellation terms
- How allergens are handled
- The deadline for final numbers
Crew catering near Upper Ifield
Upper Ifield is about 2 miles south-east of Gravesend, in Kent. Tell us where your shoot in Upper Ifield will be, and we will plan the route and the parking spot before the day. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Upper Ifield to London (23 miles away).
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Higham station, about 2.2 miles north-east. Upper Ifield is roughly 23 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
We serve shoots across DA12 and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Shorne (1 mile east), Shorne Ridgeway (1 mile south-east), Thong (1 mile west), Chalk (1 mile north) and Higham (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles east), Dartford (9 miles west), Sevenoaks (14 miles south-west), Northfleet (3 miles north-west) and Swanley (11 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Gravesham Community Hospital (3.1 miles north-west) and Gravesham Museum (3 miles north-west). The countryside around Upper Ifield includes Sawyers Lake and Rede Common.
- Local schools include Thamesview School (1.2 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Rose and Crown pub (0.5 miles east)
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. Winter shoots near Upper Ifield chase the light, which goes at about 3:50pm in December, so lunch at base is frequently in daylight but a wrap meal isn’t.
- First, tell us about your shoot.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Let us know the serving time
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
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Where the van can park in Upper Ifield
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Level, firm ground at base
- Space in front of the hatch
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Upper Ifield
What’s the nearest station to Upper Ifield?
The closest is Higham station, roughly 2.2 miles away.
Could you trade in Shorne Woods Country Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we will explain the options before booking.
Can you work to the call sheet?
Schedules move, and we plan for it. A contact on the day is all we need.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can the van park on grass?
Generally, if it is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
What a fish and chip van costs
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- How far we travel
- How many people are eating
- Service time
- Parking and the way in
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies and diets you know about
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
- 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