Hampshire · England
Care home fish and chip visits in Compton, Hampshire
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van visit turns food into part of your care home visit in Compton.
- Seaside-themed afternoons
- Open days for families
- Retirement village events
Book the van in Compton
Care home fish and chips in Compton, cooked to order
Care homes, retirement housing and day centres all book visits. On the menu are pie and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater themed afternoons and lunch clubs.
Rural care homes near Compton can feel a long way from the seaside, so a van visit is a big occasion. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Events we cater in Compton
Homes book a fish and chip van because residents love it.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Family days
- Sheltered housing get-togethers
- Open days for families
- Lunch clubs
Some homes in Compton have links with a local church such as Church of All Saints, and a van visit can be part of a summer fête.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for each item
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How late numbers can change
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.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Compton: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Compton?
Shawford station, about 0.5 miles east of the centre.
Is Compton close to London?
About 63 miles from central London.
Can you come every month?
Tell us how frequently you’d like a visit.
Do you come to Compton?
We do. Compton is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Are visitors included?
Yes, and families love joining in.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Fish and chip days near Compton
Compton is about 3 miles south of Winchester, in Hampshire. Across the SO21 area, we can bring the van to you. Compton is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 8 miles away.
Old photos of Shawford Down can spark conversation during a van visit. Visitors arriving by train should know that Shawford station, about 0.5 miles east, is the nearest station.
Here we cover the SO21 postcode area. That could mean a care home visit at a home on Field Way, Clease Way and Cliff Way or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Close by, we cover care home visits in South Down (1 mile south), Shawford (1 mile east), Otterbourne (1 mile south), Twyford (1 mile east) and Oliver's Battery (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (3 miles north), Eastleigh (4 miles south), Fareham (13 miles south-east), Andover (14 miles north-west), Totton (10 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (3 miles south-west).
A little further out are Balfour Museum of Hampshire Red Cross History (2.4 miles north) and Royal Hampshire County Hospital (2.8 miles north). Within reach you will find Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
- Nearby schools include Thornden School (2.2 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Bridge Inn (0.5 miles east)
Where the van can park in Compton
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Not right beside residents’ rooms
- Somewhere residents can reach safely, or see from inside
- A lit spot for evening service
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- The length of service
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the parking spot
- Expected numbers
- The date and time of the event
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Nearby places to Compton
Other occasions in Compton
A fish and chip van or other catering?
The home’s kitchen can make fish and chips, but a van turns it into an occasion. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why Compton hosts choose us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Hot food handed straight over
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Read our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
How it works
We arrive on time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out right on schedule. December visits in Compton are best at lunchtime, as it’s dark by about 4:00pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- 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 are done.
How to prepare
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. Just use our quote form.
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Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Choose a time around meals and medication
- Share residents’ diets and allergies with us
- Plan IDDSI-level meals with your own team
- Plan portion sizes with us
Afterwards we pack up quietly.
Old seaside postcards and photos spark conversation.
- 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