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Care home fish and chip visits in East Malling, Kent
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van visit in East Malling and the surrounding area.
- Retirement village events
- Staff thank-you lunches at the home
- Residents’ family gatherings
A chip van near East Malling
Care home fish and chips in East Malling, fried fresh
It gives the kitchen and care staff a change. Typical bookings include themed afternoons and lunch clubs, with mushy peas, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
Care homes around East Malling are frequently in converted houses with a drive. Let us know about the way in. We cook inside the van, right where your residents are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
Is a fish and chip van right for your care home visit?
A themed afternoon with a van feels like a day out. 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.
Why us?
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Something for residents to gather round
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Questions from East Malling
Can the van park in Ditton Quarry?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
How far is East Malling from London?
About 27 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we will plan for them.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Do you offer repeat visits?
Tell us how frequently you’d like a visit.
When do you arrive?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
Places near East Malling
Other occasions in East Malling
Planning a van visit in East Malling
East Malling is about 4 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. From the centre of East Malling to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We serve 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 27 miles away.
For families visiting by train, East Malling station, about 0.7 miles south-east, is the nearest station. Burham Down is close by, a good starting point for a chat about days out.
We take the van to care home visits all over the ME19 postcode area. Whether your care home visit is on High Street, Chapman Way and Lister Close or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Close by, we cover care home visits in Well Street (1 mile south), Ditton (1 mile east), West Malling (1 mile west), Aylesford (2 miles east) and Kings Hill (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Leybourne Castle (0.9 miles north-west) and Fremlin Walk (3.9 miles east). The countryside around East Malling includes Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Malling School (within half a mile south) and The Malling School (less than half a mile south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Rising Sun pub (within half a mile south)
What happens on the day
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your residents, which we agree with you beforehand. In East Malling, the garden season runs from late May, with light until about 8:50pm, to late September, around 7:00pm; in winter, keep it to lunchtime.
- First, tell us 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
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Plan where the queue will stand
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A clear way in for the van
- With the serving side away from windows
- A level parking spot near the entrance
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
Takeaway run or book a van?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your residents instead.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Working with your venue
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
How we price a fish and chip van visit
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Distance and any road charges
- Cod, haddock or both
- The number of meals
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What we need to know
The more we know about your care home visit, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where the van would park
- The address or venue name
- Roughly how many people, including children
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Tell us about residents’ needs in writing
- Keep the van clear of emergency access
- Choose a time around meals and medication
- Residents on soft diets should have meals from your kitchen
We serve at the time the home chooses, around meals and medication.
Families love being included.
- 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