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Care Home Fish and Chips in Custom House
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 Custom House.
- Seaside-themed afternoons
- Family days
- Residents’ celebrations
A chip van near Custom House
How our care home fish and chips works in Custom House
Smaller portions and plates with cutlery suit many residents. We are often asked to cater seaside days and open days for families, with sausage and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips.
Care homes in Custom House often have a small car park or drive, so we plan a spot that keeps emergency access clear. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet.
- Where
- Custom House (E16, E13)
- County
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Planning the van’s spot
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Away from emergency access
- Light near the van after dark
- A level, firm spot such as the car park or drive
Custom House is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Custom House
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Planning a van visit in Custom House
Custom House is about 1 mile south of Canning Town, in Greater London. In and around Custom House, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. Custom House is one of 764 places in Greater London where we bring the van.
Families coming by rail can use the station: there is a station right in Custom House: Custom House station. Gilbert's Pit is close by, a good starting point for a chat about days out.
We cover care home visits in every part of E16 and E13. Whether your care home visit is on Tree Road, Ethel Road and Booth Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. You’ll find Custom House on the A1020, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van. Neighbouring places where we serve care home visits include West Silvertown (1 mile south-west), Silvertown (1 mile south), Canning Town (1 mile north), Royal Docks (1 mile east) and Limmo Peninsula (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include London (5 miles west), City of Westminster (8 miles west), Marylebone (8 miles west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles west) and Shoreditch (5 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include East Ham (2 miles north-east) and Greenwich Castle (2.5 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Gilbert's Pit and Tower Hill.
- Local schools include Royal Docks Academy (within half a mile north-east) and The Royal Docks Community School (under half a mile north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Connaught Tavern (within half a mile east)
Prices and what affects them
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- How long we serve
- Whether a minimum applies
- How far we travel
- How easy the site is to reach
Larger groups generally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Anything awkward about the way in
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
For event organisers in Custom House
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Custom House questions
Can the van park in Thames Barrier Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
What about parking in Custom House?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We will plan around it.
Do you do regular visits?
We are happy to talk about repeat visits.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Are visitors included?
Of course. Just include them in your numbers.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Do you take everything away?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Is a fish and chip van right for your care home visit?
A seaside afternoon with a chip van feels special, without leaving the home. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
Why book our van in Custom House
- We cover Custom House and the whole of Greater London
- Quick service from the hatch
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- A quote that spells everything out
Step by step
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Then everything is fried to order, timed around your care home visit. Sunset in Custom House is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September; winter visits, dark by about 3:55pm, 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.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Name one person we can call on the day
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Perfect for your care home visit in Custom House
It’s a treat residents genuinely look forward to, and it sparks conversation.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Seaside days
- Friday fish and chip treats
- Day centre treats
- Residents’ birthdays and anniversaries
If your residents have links with St Matthew's Church, a fête or open day together is a nice moment for a van visit.
Before you book anyone
- How late numbers can change
- Any minimum charge
- If the price includes VAT
- Payment terms and deposit
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What else we do in Custom House
- 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