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Care home fish and chip visits in St Clement's, Oxfordshire

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 St Clement's.

  • Themed afternoons
  • Lunch for the care team
  • Friday fish and chip treats

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St Clement's: care homes and access

St Clement's is about 1 mile west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We serve care home visits at drives, car parks, yards and venues around St Clement's and nearby villages. St Clement's is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we bring the van.

Visitors arriving by train should know that the closest railway station is Oxford station, roughly 1.3 miles west of the centre. Headington Hill is close by, a good starting point for a chat about days out.

Care home visits anywhere in OX4, OX1 and OX3 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Streets in the area include Rose Lane, Alma Lane and Avenue Lane, and the van can serve a care home visit on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Neighbouring places where we serve care home visits include Oxford (1 mile east), Headington Hill (1 mile north-east), St. Ebbes (1 mile west), New Marston (1 mile north) and Donnington (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Didcot (10 miles south), Bicester (11 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (5 miles south), Witney (11 miles west), Carterton (15 miles west) and Thame (12 miles east).

Well-known places in the area include Oxford Castle (0.9 miles west) and Frank Cooper Marmalade Museum (within half a mile west). Within reach you’ll find CS Lewis Nature Reserve and Headington Hill.

  • Nearby schools include Cheney School (0.8 miles east) and Oxford Media & Business School (0.8 miles west)
  • Local pubs include Oxford Coach & Horses pub (less than half a mile east)
  • Other local spots include Alexander Library of Ornithology (under half a mile west)
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About our care home fish and chips in St Clement's

We park close to the entrance or garden, clear of ambulance access. We serve haddock and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips, and we’re frequently booked for care home summer fairs and seaside-themed afternoons.

Care homes around St Clement's are frequently in converted houses with a drive. Let us know about the way in. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.

Location
St Clement's (OX4, OX1, OX3)
Area hub
Oxfordshire
Menu
Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
Sides
Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
Quotes
Contact us for a quote
Updated
24 October 2026
A carer sitting with residents during an afternoon activity

Who books care home fish and chips in St Clement's?

It turns a meal into an activity.

A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in St Clement's book the van for occasions like:

  • Staff thank-you lunches at the home
  • Visiting days
  • A monthly fish and chip day
  • Retirement village events

If your residents have links with St Clement's Church, a fête or open day together is a nice moment for a van visit.

Before you book anyone

  • Travel, tolls and road charges
  • When payment is due
  • When final numbers are due
  • A clear list of what’s included

15 questions to ask before you book

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. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your care home visit is.

Why book our van in St Clement's

  • Quick service from the hatch
  • A menu almost everyone likes
  • The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
  • The queue at the hatch gets people talking

Read our pricing or what a fish and chip van costs.

What happens on the day

Because we cook inside the van, rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. In St Clement's, late spring and early autumn evenings stay light until about 9:00pm and 7:10pm; for winter visits, choose lunchtime.

  1. It starts with your date, numbers and mealtime.
  2. You get an access check and a clear quote.
  3. We agree portion sizes and any diets with your kitchen or care team.
  4. We park up and cook to order at mealtime.
  5. We pack up quietly and leave the space tidy.

Getting ready for the day

  • Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
  • Keep space clear for residents at the hatch
  • Have a level parking spot ready

Ask for a quote

Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.

Tell us about your event

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Should I sort the food myself?

If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.

Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.

For event organisers in St Clement's

If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.

Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.

Before you choose a spot

No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:

  • A level, firm spot such as the car park or drive
  • Away from bedroom windows
  • Close to the garden or entrance

Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.

Popular choices

  • Haddock and chips
  • Pie and chips
  • Mushy peas
  • Gravy
  • Sausage and chips
  • Cod and chips

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St Clement's questions

Can the van park in Headington Hill Park?

Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.

What’s the nearest station to St Clement's?

The closest is Oxford station, roughly 1.3 miles away.

How fast is service?

Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We’ll talk it through when we quote.

What does the van need?

Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.

Where should the van go?

On a level spot in the car park or drive, clear of emergency access.

What do you bring?

Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we will confirm what we need.

Does the batter contain gluten?

Not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac residents and we’ll explain the options before you book.

Are visitors included?

Yes, and families love joining in.

A closer look at the menu

Haddock and chips

Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.

Pie and chips

For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips.

Looking after everyone

We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:

  • Agree numbers for residents, staff and families
  • Arrange plates and trays for residents inside
  • Plan portion sizes with us
  • Keep the van clear of emergency access

Residents in their rooms get food on a covered tray straight away.

A bit of music from residents’ younger days helps.

  • 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

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