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Film and TV set catering in Weavering, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew across Weavering and Kent, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Music video shoots
- Wrap celebrations
- Lunch at the unit base
A chip van near Weavering
Film set catering in Weavering, fried fresh
Schedules move, so a contact on the day helps and we will adjust where we can. For ad shoots and wrap parties, we will put together a menu of pie and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips for your guests.
Near Weavering, base may be a field or yard, so ground conditions matter. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
FAQs for Weavering
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Is Weavering close to London?
Roughly 32 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Can you feed visitors on set?
Yes, include them in numbers. Tell us the day before.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your shoot and we will send a quote.
Can you park at the unit base?
Yes, on level ground at base.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we’ll explain the options.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Weavering for film and TV crews
Weavering is about 1 mile east of Maidstone, in Kent. For a shoot in Weavering, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Weavering. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Weavering to Canterbury (about 23 miles away).
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the closest railway station is Bearsted station, roughly 0.8 miles east of the centre. Among the historic houses close to Weavering are Stoneacre (1.7 miles south-east) and Leeds Castle (3.5 miles south-east). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Weavering, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
Wherever your shoot is in ME14 and ME15, we can fry fresh for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Ames Avenue, Birkdale Lane and Fauchon's Lane; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Bearsted (1 mile east), Grove Green (1 mile north-west), Penenden Heath (1 mile north-west), Foley Park (1 mile north-west) and Shepway (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Sittingbourne (9 miles north-east), Gravesend (13 miles north-west), Tonbridge (13 miles south-west), Faversham (14 miles east), Northfleet (14 miles north-west) and Minster (15 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Maidstone Carriage Museum (1.6 miles west) and The Mall Maidstone (1.4 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Detling Hill.
- Local schools include Valley Park School (1 mile west)
- Local pubs include Bell Inn (0.5 miles north-east)
DIY versus a fish and chip van
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Weavering? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
What a fish and chip van costs
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- How far we travel
- Whether a minimum applies
- Cod, haddock or both
- How many people are eating
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Expected numbers
- The venue or postcode
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
How the day works
The first sign we’ve arrived is generally the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Light in Weavering lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- We start with a few details about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a 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
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Weavering, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
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Why choose film set catering in Weavering?
Rain does not stop the fryers.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Commercials and music videos
- Photo shoots
- Crew lunches at base
- Live events and broadcasts
Weavering is roughly 32 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What to look for in a quote
- When payment is due
- Whether travel is included
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Whether there is a minimum
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Some locations have nowhere to buy food. The van solves that. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What you get with us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- We cover Weavering and the whole of Kent
- Quick service from the hatch
- A quote that spells everything out
Read how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Confirm numbers the day before
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
- Put allergy details in writing
- Flag any coeliac crew
We clear up quickly after lunch.
A dining area at base helps.
- 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