Hampshire · England
Care Home Fish and Chips in Appleshaw
Planning a fish and chip van visit in Appleshaw? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry fresh while your residents queue at the hatch.
- Sheltered housing get-togethers
- Fish and chip Fridays
- Summer fêtes and open days
A chip van near Appleshaw
How our care home fish and chips works in Appleshaw
A regular visit gives everyone something to look forward to. Typical bookings include day centres and lunch clubs and birthday treats for residents, serving haddock and chips, pie and chips and mushy peas.
Near Appleshaw, residents may not get out much, so a van visit is a big occasion. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Space, access and the venue
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Not right beside residents’ rooms
- A level, firm spot such as the car park or drive
- Close to the garden or entrance
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
How it works
Your timings come first. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. With darkness by about 4:00pm in December, winter van visits in Appleshaw suit lunchtime.
- We start with a few details about your care home visit.
- 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 residents.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Get a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van visit for your care home visit in Appleshaw? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Planning a van visit in Appleshaw
Appleshaw is about 4 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Anywhere in SP11, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. We cover 683 places across Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Appleshaw to Southampton (23 miles away).
Old photos of Anton Lakes can spark conversation during a van visit. Families coming by rail can use the station: Andover station is about 3.4 miles away.
Anywhere in SP11, we can fry fresh for your residents, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your care home visit is on Greensey and West Park or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. For care home visits just outside Appleshaw, we cover Redenham (1 mile north-west), Clanville (1 mile north-east), Faberstown (1 mile west), Weyhill (1 mile south) and Fyfield (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Andover (4 miles south-east), Tidworth (4 miles west), Weeke (15 miles south-east), Ludgershall (3 miles north-west), Whitchurch (10 miles east) and East Anton (4 miles east).
A little further out are Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.2 miles south-east) and Ludgershall Castle (3.1 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Quarley Hill and Mill Lake.
- Pubs nearby include Walnut Tree Inn (under half a mile north-west)
A chip van compared with other options
A seaside afternoon with a chip van feels special, without leaving the home. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
Why Appleshaw hosts choose us
- Classic food your residents already know
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- All the chip-shop extras
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Appleshaw
See our prices page or the cost guide.
Nearby places to Appleshaw
Other occasions in Appleshaw
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Fit the visit around routines
- Keep the van clear of emergency access
- Include staff and visitors in your numbers
- List residents’ diets, allergies and portion needs
We set up before the mealtime, quietly.
A seaside theme with bunting adds to the fun.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How long we serve
- Distance and any road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Expected numbers
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Appleshaw: your questions answered
How far is Appleshaw from London?
About 66 miles from central London.
Which station is closest to Appleshaw?
Andover station, about 3.4 miles south-east of the centre.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before booking.
Do you offer repeat visits?
Yes, ask us about regular dates.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We will talk it through when we quote.
Why choose care home fish and chips in Appleshaw?
It gives staff a break from the kitchen.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re often booked for:
- Day centre treats
- Summer fêtes and open days
- Friday fish and chip treats
- Retirement housing and sheltered schemes
If your residents have links with Church of St Peter in the Wood, a fête or open day together is a nice moment for a van visit.
Questions to ask before you book
- Allergen information for each item
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What happens if plans change
- The deadline for final numbers
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
- 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