Oxfordshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Appleton
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, fish and chips for the wake makes the food a highlight of your wake in Appleton.
- Wakes at venues
- Gatherings after the committal
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
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Arranging a wake in Appleton
Appleton is about 4 miles north-west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Wherever your wake is in the OX13 area, we can bring the van to you. We cover 443 places in Oxfordshire. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 6 miles away.
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Lawrence, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Wakes anywhere in OX13 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Whether your wake is on Whites Forge, Town Furlong and Badswell Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Nearby, we also serve wakes in Northmoor (2 miles north-west), Henwood (2 miles east), Cumnor (2 miles north-east), Wootton (2 miles east) and Chawley (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (6 miles north-east), Didcot (9 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (4 miles south-east), Witney (8 miles north-west), Carterton (11 miles west) and Wantage (9 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include FitzHarris Castle (4.2 miles south-east) and Abingdon Community Hospital (3.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Appleton includes Hitchcopse Pit and Cumnor Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Plough Inn (within half a mile east)
How our funeral and wake catering works in Appleton
Services often run over, so we stay flexible. Typical bookings include gatherings at a village hall or club and memorial events and anniversaries, serving cod and chips, sausage and chips and gravy.
In a small place like Appleton, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Where
- Appleton (OX13)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Have chairs for those who need them
- Let someone else talk to us on the day
- Build in time for delays
- Check the hall has an urn
Ensure older relatives can sit to eat.
Photos or a memory book give people something to share.
The process
On the day, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. Summer evenings in Appleton stay light until about 9:25pm, but in December it is dark by about 3:55pm.
- We start with a few details about your wake.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for family and friends.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Name one person we can call on the day
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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What the van needs
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Appleton
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Events we cater in Appleton
It’s warm, simple food that almost everyone enjoys.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Small family memorials
- Celebrations of life
- Gatherings after the committal
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
Relatives arriving by train should know that Oxford station is about 5 miles away.
Questions to ask before you book
- The cancellation terms
- How much space the van takes up
- How allergens are handled
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The number of meals
- Parking and the way in
- The length of service
Larger groups typically cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
The more we know about your wake, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- A photo of the parking spot
- Where the van would park
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The venue or postcode
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
For warm food after a funeral, a chip van is a gentle choice. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Why us?
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
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Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Appleton
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Lawrence?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How far is Appleton from London?
About 56 miles from central London.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including Oxfordshire. See all areas.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Can the wake be at home?
Yes, with a suitable spot for the van.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is generally 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