Oxfordshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for Appleford-on-Thames events
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book fish and chips for the wake in Appleford-on-Thames.
- Family meals after the service
- Wakes at home
- Memorial gatherings
Funeral and wake catering for Appleford-on-Thames events
About our funeral and wake catering in Appleford-on-Thames
Funerals are frequently arranged at short notice, so get in touch as soon as you can. For scattering of ashes gatherings and village hall wakes, we can cook gravy, pie and chips and cod and chips.
In a small place like Appleford-on-Thames, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Appleford-on-Thames (OX14)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Wakes in Appleford-on-Thames: venues and practical details
Appleford-on-Thames is about 2 miles north of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Bookings in Appleford-on-Thames come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Appleford-on-Thames is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Appleford-on-Thames to Oxford (8 miles away).
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, there is a station right in Appleford-on-Thames: Appleford station.
We take the van to wakes all over the OX14 postcode area. Whether your wake is on Chambrai Close, Church Street and Main Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. Other places close to Appleford-on-Thames we cover include Long Wittenham (1 mile east), Culham (1 mile north-west), Sutton Courtenay (2 miles west), Clifton Hampden (2 miles north-east) and Didcot (2 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Oxford (8 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles north-west), Witney (15 miles north-west), Thame (14 miles north-east), Wantage (8 miles south-west) and Grove (8 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Pendon Museum (1 mile east) and FitzHarris Castle (3.1 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Mowbray Fields and Wittenham Clumps.
- Local pubs include Carpenters Arms (under half a mile south-east)
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Appleford-on-Thames?
It suits all ages, from children to older relatives.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Appleford-on-Thames book the van for events such as:
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Wakes at home
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
After a service at Church of St Peter and St Paul, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
What to look for in a quote
- How allergens are handled
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The van’s size and access needs
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
- Allow a little extra
- Ask the venue about the van
We park quietly before guests return from the service.
A quiet room away from the crowd is a kindness.
The process
When we arrive, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, timed around your wake. Sunset in Appleford-on-Thames is about 7:10pm in late September and about 3:55pm in December; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- First, tell us about your wake.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for family and friends.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
How to get a price
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The day of the week
- Your choice of menu
- Any minimum charge
- Distance and any road charges
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
Each quote is put together for your wake. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
For warm food after a funeral, a chip van is a gentle choice in Appleford-on-Thames. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Hot food handed straight over
- A clear quote before you book
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
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Questions from Appleford-on-Thames
Do you come out to small places like Appleford-on-Thames?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Appleford-on-Thames from London?
About 50 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including Oxfordshire. See all areas.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
- 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