Hampshire · England
Care home fish and chip visits in Steep, Hampshire
Care home fish and chips in Steep: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- A monthly fish and chip day
- Retirement village events
- Family days
Book the van in Steep
FAQs for Steep
Do you come out to small places like Steep?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Steep close to London?
Roughly 49 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Is grass a problem?
Normally, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
What happens if it rains?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we will plan for them.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
About our care home fish and chips in Steep
Many residents prefer smaller portions on a plate, and we plan that with you. For fish and chip Fridays and birthday treats for residents, we will put together a menu of cod and chips, gravy and haddock and chips.
At a rural home near Steep, access matters. We cook inside the van, right where your residents are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Towns and villages near Steep
Other occasions in Steep
Should I sort the food myself?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your residents instead.
How the day works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your care home visit in Steep. In summer, Steep has daylight until about 9:20pm, so an early-evening garden visit works well. In winter, dark by about 4:00pm, a lunchtime visit is better.
- We start with a few details about your care home visit.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for residents.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Who books care home fish and chips in Steep?
It gives staff a break from the kitchen for the main meal.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Day centres and lunch clubs
- Staff thank-you lunches at the home
- Seaside days
- Family days
Visitors arriving by train should know that Petersfield station, about 1.4 miles south, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- If the price includes VAT
- Allergen information for each item
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Taking residents out is a big undertaking. A van brings the treat to them. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your care home visit.
Why book our van in Steep
- Something for residents to gather round
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A clear quote before you book
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Care homes around Steep
Steep is about 1 mile north of Petersfield, in Hampshire. For a care home visit in Steep, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Steep. We serve all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 21 miles away.
Wheatham Hill is close by, a good starting point for a chat about days out. A care home summer fair, perhaps with a church like Church of All Saints, is a good occasion for a van visit. The South Downs National Park is within about 2 miles of Steep.
Care home visits anywhere in GU32 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. From Church Road and Mill Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. For care home visits just outside Steep, we cover Steep Marsh (1 mile north), Sheet (1 mile south-east), Oakshott (1 mile north), Petersfield (1 mile south) and Stroud (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (11 miles south), Horndean (9 miles south), Alton (9 miles north), Waterlooville (11 miles south), Purbrook (12 miles south) and Bordon (7 miles north-east).
A little further out are Bear Museum (1.7 miles south) and Petersfield Community Hospital (1.5 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Liss Riverside Railway Walk South and Wheatham Hill.
- Nearby schools include Churcher's College (1.3 miles south-east) and The Petersfield School (1.8 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Cricketers Inn (0.5 miles south-west)
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- With the serving side away from windows
- Away from emergency access
- Access the van can manage
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Steep
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Agree numbers for residents, staff and families
- Tell us about residents’ needs in writing
- Involve the kitchen and care team early
- Let us know if smaller portions suit
Service fits around the home’s routines.
Bunting, deckchairs and a seaside theme make it an occasion.
For event organisers in Steep
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 how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
- 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