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Care home fish and chip visits in Boughton Monchelsea, Kent
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Care home fish and chips in Boughton Monchelsea.
- Open days for families
- Day centres and lunch clubs
- Staff thank-you lunches at the home
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Planners, venues and businesses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Care home fish and chips in Boughton Monchelsea, cooked to order
Many residents prefer smaller portions on a plate, and we plan that with you. Popular choices include pie and chips, gravy and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for family days and sheltered housing get-togethers.
At a rural home near Boughton Monchelsea, access matters so we can plan the route. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
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Planning a van visit in Boughton Monchelsea
Boughton Monchelsea is about 2 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. For care home visits in Boughton Monchelsea, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 24 miles away.
A care home summer fair, perhaps with a church like Church of St Peter, is a good occasion for a van visit. Families coming by rail can use the station: East Farleigh station is about 2.7 miles away. Boughton Monchelsea is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, a nice prompt for residents’ memories of days out.
This part of Kent takes in ME17. From Ewin Close, Robson Chase and Barton Drive or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Being close to the B2163, Boughton Monchelsea is easy for us to reach. Other places close to Boughton Monchelsea we cover include Boughton Green (1 mile west), Park Wood (1 mile north-east), Loose (1 mile north-west), Wierton (1 mile south-east) and Shepway (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Sittingbourne (11 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north-west), Tonbridge (11 miles west) and Kings Hill (6 miles north-west).
A little further out are The Mall Maidstone (2.8 miles north) and Oakwood Hospital (3.3 miles north-west). Within reach you will find Detling Hill.
- Schools near Boughton Monchelsea include Cornwallis Academy (0.9 miles west) and Senacre Technology College (1.3 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Curious Eatery pub (within half a mile west)
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- A route in without tight gates
- Close to the garden or entrance
- A level parking spot near the entrance
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Entertainers and activities are great; a van visit is both. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your care home visit.
What you get with us
- Classic food your residents already know
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A clear quote before you book
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Take a look at how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask about smaller portions
- Check the spot with your manager
- Pick a time that suits the home’s day
- Tell us about residents’ needs in writing
We arrive in good time to park and heat the fryers.
Families love being included.
Who books care home fish and chips in Boughton Monchelsea?
Families enjoy joining in, which residents love.
These are some of the bookings we take in Boughton Monchelsea and Kent:
- Day centres and lunch clubs
- Care staff treats
- Residents’ birthdays and anniversaries
- Visiting days
Residents who remember days out at Detling Hill may enjoy talking about it over fish and chips.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is included
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- How much space the van takes up
- Allergen information for each item
The process
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we have agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. Sunset in Boughton Monchelsea is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:00pm in late September; winter visits, dark by about 3:50pm, suit lunchtime.
- The home tells us the date, numbers for residents, staff and visitors, and the best time to serve.
- We check where the van can park and send a quote.
- We agree portion sizes and any diets with your kitchen or care team.
- We park up and cook to order at mealtime.
- We pack up quietly and leave the space tidy.
Before we arrive
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Share the timings for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
How to get a price
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Questions from Boughton Monchelsea
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Which station is closest to Boughton Monchelsea?
The closest is East Farleigh station, roughly 2.7 miles away.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will tell you what we can offer.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac residents and we’ll explain the options.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
- 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