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Care Home Fish and Chips in Wennington
Care home fish and chips in Wennington: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Birthday treats for residents
- Lunch clubs
- Seaside days
Fresh fish and chips in Wennington
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
How our care home fish and chips works in Wennington
Your team knows your residents best, so we work with the home on portions and diets. On the menu are mushy peas, haddock and chips and sausage and chips, and we’re frequently booked for fish and chip Fridays and summer fêtes and open days.
In Wennington, we park briefly in the home’s car park or drive, as agreed with the manager. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Area
- Wennington (RM13)
- Region
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
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Also in Wennington
Should I sort the food myself?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
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 usually simpler.
Is a fish and chip van right for your care home visit?
For a lovely, simple occasion, a chip van visit is hard to beat. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why us?
- Events in Wennington and across Greater London
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Classic food your residents already know
Space, access and the venue
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A clear way in for the van
- A level parking spot near the entrance
- Clear of ambulance access and emergency routes
Wennington is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
Looking after everyone
Most events have a few residents with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Count families who are joining in
- Choose a time around meals and medication
- Choose a spot away from ambulance routes
- Arrange plates and trays for residents inside
Food for residents indoors goes straight in on plates, while it’s hot.
A bit of music from residents’ younger days helps.
Care home visits in Wennington
Wennington is about 4 miles south of Hornchurch, in Greater London. Around Wennington, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground, close to your residents. Wennington is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is London, about 14 miles away.
Families coming by rail can use the station: Rainham (Essex) station is about 1.4 miles away. If your residents have links with St Mary and St Peter's Church, a fête or open day together is a nice moment for a van visit.
For care home visits in RM13, we just need to know where the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve care home visits include Hacton (2 miles north), Upminster Bridge (4 miles north), Hornchurch (4 miles north) and North Ockendon (4 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include London (14 miles west), St Pancras (15 miles west), Shoreditch (13 miles west), Walthamstow (12 miles north-west), Hoxton (13 miles west) and Whitechapel (12 miles west).
A little further out are St George's Hospital (2.8 miles north) and Erith Museum (2.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Wennington include Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Harris Academy Rainham (0.9 miles north-west) and The Chafford School (0.9 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Lennard Arms Inn (less than half a mile east)
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, we hold off cooking until you are ready, so the food is still fresh when it is served. December visits in Wennington are best at lunchtime, as it is dark by about 3:50pm, while summer visits can run into the evening, with light until about 9:20pm.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for residents.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Clear the route for the van
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your care home visit, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van visit in Wennington
What about parking in Wennington?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We’ll work around it.
Which station is closest to Wennington?
The closest is Rainham (Essex) station, roughly 1.4 miles away.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Residents will appreciate cover near the hatch.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your residents, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you offer repeat visits?
Tell us how often you’d like a visit.
Where should the van go?
In the car park or on the drive, away from ambulance routes.
Perfect for your care home visit in Wennington
It gives staff a break from the kitchen.
Whatever the occasion in Wennington, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Seaside-themed afternoons
- Residents’ celebrations
- Day centre treats
- Care staff treats
Residents who remember days out at Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve may enjoy talking about it over fish and chips.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether travel is included
- The deposit and payment dates
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Distance and any road charges
- Parking and the way in
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.
- 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