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Care Home Fish and Chips in Thakeham
We bring a fish and chip van visit to Thakeham and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Day centre treats
- Retirement village events
- A monthly fish and chip day
Planning an event in Thakeham?
About our care home fish and chips in Thakeham
We park close to the entrance or garden, away from emergency routes. Whether it’s care staff treats and a monthly fish and chip day, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, gravy and cod and chips and more.
Near Thakeham, residents may not get out much, so a chip van visit is a special day. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Area
- Thakeham (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Events we cater in Thakeham
It’s easy to arrange and a plan for residents’ diets.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Residents’ celebrations
- Retirement village events
- Staff thank-you lunches at the home
- Themed afternoons
Old photos of Knepp Wildland can spark conversation during a van visit.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- VAT, if it applies
- How allergens are handled
Thakeham questions
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is Thakeham too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you come every month?
We are happy to talk about repeat visits.
Can families and staff eat too?
Of course. Add them to your numbers.
Can everyone take part?
Yes: residents on soft diets can share the occasion with meals from your kitchen, following their care plans.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
What does the van need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Care home visits in Thakeham
Thakeham is about 8 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. In and around Thakeham, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. Thakeham is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from Thakeham to Brighton (about 15 miles away).
Some homes in Thakeham have links with a local church such as The Parish Church of St Mary, and a van visit can be part of a summer fête. Visitors arriving by train should know that Pulborough station is about 4.1 miles away. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Thakeham, a nice prompt for residents’ memories of days out.
We cover care home visits in every part of the RH20 postcode area. We can serve a care home visit on streets such as The Street, Bramble Lane and Cray's Lane or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Other places close to Thakeham we cover include Abingworth (1 mile south-west), Warminghurst (1 mile south-east), Goose Green (1 mile north-east), West Chiltington (1 mile north-west) and Heath Common (1 mile south). We also serve nearby towns such as Crawley (15 miles north-east), Horsham (9 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south), Haywards Heath (15 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (2.2 miles south-west). The countryside around Thakeham includes Knepp Wildland and Chanctonbury Hill.
Space, access and the venue
We’ll be honest if a spot won’t work. The main points are:
- Close to the garden or entrance
- Away from emergency access
- A level, firm spot such as the car park or drive
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Thakeham
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
Towns and villages near Thakeham
Other occasions in Thakeham
What affects the price in Thakeham
We’ll give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The minimum booking
- How many people are eating
- How far we travel
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of the parking spot
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Any dietary needs and allergies
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
For event organisers in Thakeham
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
The process
When we arrive, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. December visits in Thakeham are best at lunchtime, as it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Let us know the serving time
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Pick a time that suits the home’s day
- Plan portion sizes with us
- Agree numbers for residents, staff and families
- Agree the plan with your kitchen and care team
Families can join in, with numbers agreed in advance.
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