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Care home fish and chip visits in Myrke, Slough
Planning a fish and chip van visit in Myrke? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your residents queue at the hatch.
- Lunch clubs
- Lunch for the care team
- Friday fish and chip treats
Planning an event in Myrke?
How our care home fish and chips works in Myrke
The care team knows each resident’s needs, so we work with the home on portions and diets. We serve sausage and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for birthday treats for residents and themed afternoons.
For a care home near Myrke, tell us about lanes and the drive. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Share residents’ diets and allergies with us
- Plan how food reaches residents indoors
- Plan portion sizes with us
- Count families who are joining in
Food for residents indoors goes straight in on plates, while it’s hot.
Music from the 1950s and 60s sets the mood.
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Also in Myrke
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Care home visits in Myrke
Myrke is about 1 mile south-east of Slough, in Slough. Anywhere in SL3, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. We take the van to 31 places across Slough, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Myrke to Guildford (17 miles away).
Some homes in Myrke have links with a local church such as Church of St Laurence, and a van visit can be part of a summer fête. For families visiting by train, the closest railway station is Slough station, roughly 0.9 miles north of the centre.
Care home visits anywhere in SL3 start with a parking spot for the van. Other places close to Myrke we cover include Ditton (1 mile south-east), Datchet (1 mile south-east), Sunnymeads (3 miles south-east), Brands Hill (3 miles south-east) and Old Windsor (3 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Britwell (3 miles north-west), Burnham (4 miles north-west), Stoke Poges (3 miles north), Huntercombe (3 miles north-west), Farnham Common (4 miles north) and Farnham Royal (3 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Windsor Castle (1.2 miles south-west) and Upton Hospital (0.5 miles north). The countryside around Myrke includes Stoke Common and Taplow Lake.
- Schools near Myrke include St Mary's Church of England Primary School (0.5 miles north-east) and Upton Court Grammar School (0.7 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Red Cow Public House (within half a mile north)
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Slough (0.8 miles north)
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
How we price a fish and chip van visit
We’ll give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The number of meals
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Any minimum charge
- Distance and any road charges
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Details that help
The more we know about your care home visit, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Roughly how many people, including children
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your care home visit, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
How it works
Changes on the day are fine: we will adjust start times and pace. In Myrke, the garden season runs from late May, with light until about 8:55pm, to late September, around 7:05pm; in winter, keep it to lunchtime.
- 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’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Keep space clear for residents at the hatch
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Occasions we serve in Myrke
Homes book a fish and chip van because residents love it, and it sparks conversation.
Whatever the occasion in Myrke, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are frequently booked for:
- Friday fish and chip treats
- Sheltered housing get-togethers
- Residents’ celebrations
- Seaside-themed afternoons
Stoke Common is close by, a good starting point for a chat about days out.
Questions to ask before you book
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The cancellation terms
- The deadline for final numbers
Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Where the van can park in Myrke
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A route in without tight gates
- With the serving side away from windows
- Lighting for later visits
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Myrke
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
Myrke: your questions answered
Can the van park in Herschel Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
How far is Myrke from London?
About 21 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information.
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?
Usually, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Do you offer repeat visits?
Tell us how frequently you’d like a visit.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
- 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