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Care home fish and chip visits in Uplees, Kent
Care home fish and chips in Uplees: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Seaside days
- Fish and chip Fridays
- Residents’ birthdays and anniversaries
Book the van in Uplees
Care home fish and chips in Uplees, cooked to order
We visit care homes, retirement housing, sheltered schemes and day centres. Typical bookings include a monthly fish and chip day and lunch for the care team, serving pie and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips.
Near Uplees, residents may not get out much, so a van visit is a big occasion. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A seaside afternoon with a chip van feels special. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- A clear quote before you book
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Bookings across Kent, including Uplees
- All the chip-shop extras
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Why choose care home fish and chips in Uplees?
It is a familiar, comforting meal.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Uplees book the van for events such as:
- Birthday treats for residents
- Retirement village events
- Family days
- Lunch clubs
Some homes in Uplees have links with a local church such as Church of St Peter, and a van visit can be part of a summer fête.
Before you book anyone
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- How much space the van takes up
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- If the price includes VAT
Fish and chip days near Uplees
Uplees is about 2 miles north of Faversham, in Kent. Give us the address of your care home visit in Uplees, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. We serve events right across the region, from Uplees to Canterbury (about 10 miles away).
Visitors arriving by train should know that Faversham station is about 2.4 miles away.
We cover care home visits in every part of ME13 and the streets around it. Close by, we cover care home visits in Oare (1 mile south-east), Four Oaks (2 miles south-west), Davington (2 miles south), The Brents (2 miles south-east) and Deerton Street (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (14 miles south), Canterbury (10 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (6 miles west), Whitstable (7 miles east), Herne Bay (12 miles east) and Minster (6 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Newnham Castle (4.9 miles south-west).
- Nearby, you will find Three Mariners Inn (1 mile south-east)
Step by step
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Residents will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. For a summer visit in Uplees, residents can enjoy the garden in daylight until about 9:15pm, so an early-evening garden visit works well. In December, with dark by about 3:50pm, lunchtime is best.
- The home tells us the date, numbers for residents, staff and visitors, and the best time to serve.
- We check the parking spot and send a price.
- Portions and diets are planned with your care team.
- On the day we set up and fry fresh, serving at the agreed time.
- We pack up quietly and leave the space tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Share the timings for the day
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Questions from Uplees
Do you come out to small places like Uplees?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Could you trade in Oare Marshes?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do you do residents’ portions?
Tell us what you need and we’ll plan portion sizes with your team.
What can residents choose from?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac residents when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a picture if you can.
Can you cater for allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Places near Uplees
Other occasions in Uplees
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few residents with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Arrange plates and trays for residents inside
- Ask about smaller portions
- Keep the van clear of emergency access
- Agree the plan with your kitchen and care team
Room service goes up covered and hot.
Seaside photos give people something to talk about.
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger residents and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it is lovely with a pie.
Should I sort the food myself?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
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.
Where the van can park in Uplees
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A lit spot for evening service
- Not blocking ambulance bays
- Close to the garden or entrance
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
How we price a fish and chip van visit
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Distance and any road charges
- The length of service
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The menu and how many choices
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A photo of the space and the way in
Thinking about a fish and chip van visit for your care home visit in Uplees? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
- 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