Oxfordshire · England
Care home fish and chip visits in Bodicote, Oxfordshire
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van visit in Bodicote.
- Themed afternoons
- Friday fish and chip treats
- Visiting days
A chip van near Bodicote
Care home visits in Bodicote
Bodicote is about 2 miles south-east of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We serve care home visits at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Bodicote. We take the van to 443 places across Oxfordshire. We serve events right across the region, from Bodicote to Oxford (about 20 miles away).
Families coming by rail can use the station: Banbury station is about 1.5 miles away. If your residents have links with Church of St John the Baptist, a fête or open day together is a nice moment for a van visit.
Anywhere in OX15, we can fry fresh for your residents. From High Street, Dunnock Road and Oxford Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Nearby, we also serve care home visits in Grimsbury (2 miles north), Banbury (2 miles north-west) and Milton (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Bicester (12 miles south-east), Kidlington (15 miles south), Bure Park (11 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (12 miles south-west), Woodstock (13 miles south) and Bloxham (3 miles south-west).
A little further out are Bloxham Village Museum (2.7 miles south-west) and Horton General Hospital (1.2 miles north-west). Within reach you will find Farthinghoe Nature Reserve and Crouch Hill.
- Schools near Bodicote include Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sports College (0.9 miles north-west) and English Language Training (1.4 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Horse and Jockey pub (under half a mile west)
Care home fish and chips in Bodicote, cooked to order
Smaller portions and plates with cutlery suit many residents. Popular choices include mushy peas, pie and chips and sausage and chips, and we’re frequently booked for staff thank-you lunches at the home and themed afternoons.
Care homes around Bodicote are often in converted houses with a drive. Let us know about the way in. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Area
- Bodicote (OX15)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Step by step
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, we hold off cooking until you’re ready, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. For a summer visit in Bodicote, residents can enjoy the garden in daylight until about 9:30pm, so an early-evening garden visit works well. In December, with dark by about 3:55pm, lunchtime is best.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Clear the route for the van
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your care home visit, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Planning help
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Organising a club, school or community event in Bodicote? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A themed afternoon with a van feels like a day out. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
What you get with us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- A clear quote before you book
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- No kitchen needed
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Events we cater in Bodicote
It is food residents know and enjoy for most residents.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Day centres and lunch clubs
- Care staff treats
- Sheltered housing get-togethers
- Birthday treats for residents
Crouch Hill is close by, a good starting point for a chat about days out.
Comparing caterers
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- A clear list of what’s included
- How allergens are handled
- The deposit and payment dates
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Diets, allergies and planning
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Plan it with your catering manager
- Include staff and visitors in your numbers
- Plan IDDSI-level meals with your own team
- Pick a time that suits the home’s day
Staff carry plates to residents who cannot come outside.
Music from the 1950s and 60s sets the mood.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your residents instead.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
FAQs for Bodicote
Is Bodicote close to London?
About 64 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Bodicote?
Banbury station, about 1.5 miles north of the centre.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Bodicote.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Can portions be smaller?
We’ll plan portions with the home.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your residents, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Other occasions in Bodicote
What a fish and chip van costs
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The day of the week
- The minimum booking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and time of the event
- The address or venue name
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can send us your details through 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