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Care Home Fish and Chips for Chaldon events
We bring a fish and chip van visit across Chaldon and Surrey, cooking to order on site.
- Birthday treats for residents
- Residents’ family gatherings
- Lunch for the care team
Care home fish and chips in Chaldon
Care home fish and chips in Chaldon, fried fresh
A regular visit gives everyone something to look forward to. We are frequently asked to cater residents’ family gatherings and day centres and lunch clubs, with cod and chips, gravy and sausage and chips.
Near Chaldon, residents may not get out much, so a van visit is a big occasion. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Step by step
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we have agreed, and get on with frying and serving. With darkness by about 3:55pm in December, winter van visits in Chaldon suit lunchtime, while summer visits can run into the evening, with light until about 9:20pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your care home visit. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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Before you choose a spot
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Away from bedroom windows
- Lighting for later visits
- A level parking spot near the entrance
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
What affects the price in Chaldon
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The number of meals
- How far we travel
- Your choice of menu
- The day of the week
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The address or venue name
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your care home visit, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Diets, allergies and planning
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Ask about smaller portions
- Arrange plates and trays for residents inside
- Residents on soft diets should have meals from your kitchen
- Count families who are joining in
We serve at the time the home chooses, around meals and medication.
Old seaside postcards and photos spark conversation.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Chaldon?
For a treat residents will talk about, a chip van visit is hard to beat in Chaldon. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your care home visit.
Why us?
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No surprises in your quote
- All the chip-shop extras
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Also in Chaldon
Care homes around Chaldon
Chaldon is about 1 mile south-west of Caterham, in Surrey. We serve care home visits at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Chaldon and the surrounding area. We take the van to 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 15 miles away.
Some homes in Chaldon have links with a local church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, and a van visit can be part of a summer fête. South London Downs National Nature Reserve is close by, a good starting point for a chat about days out.
Care home visits anywhere in CR3 start with a parking spot for the van. Local streets include Mount Avenue, Linden Drive and Marshall Close; a care home visit on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Main roads around Chaldon include the B2031, which makes travel to your care home visit easy. We also bring the van to care home visits in Netherne on-the-Hill (2 miles north-west), Merstham (2 miles west), Brewer Street (2 miles south), South Merstham (2 miles south-west) and Hooley (2 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Epsom (8 miles north-west), Horley (7 miles south), Redhill (4 miles south-west), Ewell (8 miles north-west), Reigate (5 miles south-west) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-west).
A little further out are Bletchingley Castle (2.8 miles south) and St Lawrence's Hospital (0.5 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include South London Downs National Nature Reserve and Nore Hill.
- Nearby schools include Oakhyrst Grange School (0.7 miles south-east) and de Stafford School (1.3 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The King And Queen Public House (0.9 miles north-east)
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Your questions about a fish and chip van visit in Chaldon
Which station is closest to Chaldon?
Caterham station, about 1.2 miles east of the centre.
Can the van park in Kitchen Copse?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Can residents with special diets join in?
Yes: residents on soft diets can share the occasion with meals from your kitchen.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we will include them in the plan.
Can you come every month?
We’re happy to talk about repeat visits.
Where should the van go?
Your manager can choose the spot.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac residents in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your residents, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Should I sort the food myself?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
- 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