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Care home fish and chip visits in Maudlin, West Sussex
Care home fish and chips in Maudlin: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Lunch clubs
- Retirement village events
- Fish and chip Fridays
A chip van near Maudlin
Care home fish and chips in Maudlin, cooked to order
Some residents come out to the van; others watch from inside, and families can join in. Typical bookings include sheltered housing get-togethers and care home summer fairs, with mushy peas, sausage and chips and pie and chips.
For a care home near Maudlin, tell us about lanes and the drive. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
- Area
- Maudlin (PO18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
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.
The menu, dish by dish
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Nearby places to Maudlin
Other occasions in Maudlin
What affects the price in Maudlin
These are the factors that matter most:
- The menu and how many choices
- The length of service
- Whether a minimum applies
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A photo of the parking spot
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
Planning a van visit in Maudlin
Maudlin is about 2 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Wherever your care home visit is in the PO18 area, we can bring the van to you. We serve all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 27 miles away.
A care home summer fair, perhaps with a church like The Parish Church of St Peter, is a good occasion for a van visit. Residents who remember days out at Levin Down may enjoy talking about it over fish and chips. The coast is within about 6 miles, and a van visit brings back seaside memories.
We serve care home visits across PO18 and the streets around it. From Augustus Way, Vespasian Close and Stane Street or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Neighbouring places where we serve care home visits include Westhampnett (1 mile west), Shopwyke (1 mile south), Westerton (1 mile north), Strettington (1 mile north-east) and Waterbeach (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (8 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west) and Rustington (11 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Chichester Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and The Chichester City Museum (1.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Levin Down.
- Nearby schools include Westbourne House School (0.6 miles south) and Chichester High School For Girls (2 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Coach And Horses Public House (under half a mile north-east)
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Involve the kitchen and care team early
- Include staff and visitors in your numbers
- Ask about smaller portions
- Choose a time around meals and medication
We arrive in good time to park and heat the fryers, quietly.
Make it a regular event.
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Maudlin: your questions answered
Is Maudlin too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Maudlin?
Chichester station, about 2.1 miles south-west of the centre.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan service around it.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Is grass a problem?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can you do smaller portions for residents?
We will agree portion sizes with your kitchen or care team.
Can everyone take part?
Yes, with meals for texture-modified diets from the home’s own kitchen.
A chip van compared with other options
Entertainers and activities are great; a van visit is both. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why book our van in Maudlin
- A clear quote before you book
- No kitchen needed
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- We cover Maudlin and the whole of West Sussex
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
What happens on the day
There’s very little for you to do on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your care home visit. We handle the cooking and serving. With darkness by about 4:00pm in December, winter van visits in Maudlin suit lunchtime, while summer visits can run into the evening, with light until about 9:20pm.
- We start with a few details about your care home visit.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for residents.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Clear the route for the van
- Let us know the serving time
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Getting a price
Planning a fish and chip van visit in Maudlin? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just use our quote form.
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Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Not blocking ambulance bays
- Close to the garden or entrance
- A level, firm spot such as the car park or drive
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- 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