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Film Set Catering for West Studdal events
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in West Studdal.
- Period dramas on location
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Outside broadcasts
Book the van in West Studdal
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van makes a relaxed wrap. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- A menu almost everyone likes
- We cover West Studdal and the whole of Kent
- All the chip-shop extras
How our film set catering works in West Studdal
A chip van is a popular crew treat on a long shoot, alongside regular catering. For location filming and stills shoots, we’ll put together a menu of haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas and more.
Near West Studdal, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so a van at base is a big help. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Where the van can park in West Studdal
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Space in front of the hatch
- Permission for the van at base
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in West Studdal
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we cannot meet
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Agree how the base is left
- Share the base location and route
Tell us if supporting artists are eating.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, park on the agreed spot, and get on with frying and serving. In December, daylight in West Studdal ends around 3:50pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:15pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Planning a shoot in West Studdal
West Studdal is about 4 miles west of Deal, in Kent. Around West Studdal, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground, close to your crew. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 11 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to West Studdal are Walmer Castle (4.2 miles east) and Goodnestone Park (4.3 miles north-west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. Crew coming by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Martin Mill station, about 3 miles south-east. The coast is within about 5 miles of West Studdal, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will queue.
Wherever your shoot is in CT14 and CT15, we can fry fresh for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your shoot could be at a house on Dover Road and Strakers Hill or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Northbourne (2 miles north-east), Ripple (2 miles east), Buttsole (2 miles north), Marley (3 miles north-east) and Great Mongeham (3 miles east). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (11 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north), Dover (5 miles south), Folkestone (10 miles south-west), Ramsgate (10 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Walmer Castle (4.2 miles east) and Buckland Hospital (5.1 miles south).
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The day of the week
- Cod, haddock or both
- How long we serve
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The venue or postcode
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A picture of the parking spot
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in West Studdal? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in West Studdal
Is West Studdal close to London?
Roughly 64 miles from the centre of London.
Is West Studdal too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
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.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
What if lunch moves?
We expect changes. Keep us updated and we will adapt.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including West Studdal.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Do you have documents for productions?
Send us your supplier requirements.
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger crew and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
Nearby places to West Studdal
What else we do in West Studdal
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Perfect for your shoot in West Studdal
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, which matters on location.
Whatever the occasion in West Studdal, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Wrap parties
- Unit base lunches
- Commercials and music videos
- Event crews
Central London is about 64 miles from West Studdal, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Questions to ask before you book
- When payment is due
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- How many hours the van serves
- What happens if plans change
- 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