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Care Home Fish and Chips for West Marden events
Looking for a fish and chip van visit in West Marden? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Visiting days
- Day centres and lunch clubs
- Residents’ birthdays and anniversaries
Care home fish and chips in West Marden
Care home fish and chips in West Marden, fried fresh
We visit care homes, retirement housing, sheltered schemes and day centres. We’re often asked to cater residents’ celebrations and seaside days, with sausage and chips, mushy peas and gravy.
Rural care homes near West Marden can feel a long way from the seaside, so a chip van visit is a special day. We cook inside the van, right where your residents are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
- Where
- West Marden (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Step by step
Your timings come first. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it is needed. In West Marden, late spring and early autumn evenings stay light until about 8:55pm and 7:05pm; for winter visits, choose lunchtime.
- 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.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Clear the route for the van
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
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What the van needs
We will be honest if a spot won’t work, and help find another. The main points are:
- Away from bedroom windows
- Access the van can manage
- A level parking spot near the entrance
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in West Marden
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
Towns and villages near West Marden
What else we do in West Marden
Planning a van visit in West Marden
West Marden is about 5 miles east of Horndean, in West Sussex. Whether your care home visit is in the middle of West Marden or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We serve all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 21 miles away.
Visitors arriving by train should know that Rowlands Castle station, about 2.8 miles south-west, is the nearest station. If your residents have links with The Parish Church of St Mary, a fête or open day together is a nice moment for a van visit. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of West Marden.
Anywhere in PO18, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we serve care home visits include Forestside (1 mile south-west), Chalton (3 miles north-west), Blendworth (4 miles west), Buriton (5 miles north-west) and Nursted (5 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (13 miles south-east), Chichester (8 miles south-east), Selsey (14 miles south), Emsworth (5 miles south), Portfield (8 miles south-east) and Yapton (14 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Havant War Memorial Hospital (5.6 miles south-west) and Clanfield Earthwork (4.1 miles north-west). The countryside around West Marden includes Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Compton Down.
- Nearby, you will find The Coach And Horses Public House (0.8 miles north)
Common questions in West Marden
Do you come 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 follow the site rules.
What’s the nearest station to West Marden?
The closest is Rowlands Castle station, roughly 2.8 miles away.
Where will the van park?
In the car park or on the drive, away from ambulance routes.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we will include them in the plan.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
A chip van compared with other options
A themed afternoon with a van feels like a day out. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why West Marden hosts choose us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No kitchen needed
- Quick service from the hatch
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Let us know if smaller portions suit
- Plan it with your catering manager
- Share residents’ diets and allergies with us
- Keep the van clear of emergency access
When everyone has eaten, we pack up.
Inviting families makes it even more special.
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Events we cater in West Marden
It’s a treat residents genuinely look forward to.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Seaside days
- Day centre treats
- A monthly fish and chip day
- Summer fêtes and open days
Old photos of Compton Down can spark conversation during a van visit.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit and payment dates
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether there is a minimum
- How much space the van takes up
For event organisers in West Marden
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
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’ll confirm what we can provide.
Should I sort the food myself?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your residents instead.
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 typically simpler.
- 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