England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Reading
We take the van to 34 towns and villages across Reading for funeral and wake catering, with everything fried fresh on the day.
Funeral and Wake Catering across Reading
Funeral and wake catering across Reading
A fish and chip van for wakes and gatherings after a funeral. Choose your town from the list to see local details, or ask us for a quote.
Largest places
How funeral and wake catering works in Reading
We work quietly and simply. We arrive at the agreed time, park discreetly and serve when you’re ready. We serve gravy, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and we’re often booked for wakes at a pub or venue with outside space and family gatherings after a burial or cremation.
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we hold off cooking until you are ready, so the food is still fresh when it’s served.
- First, tell us about your wake.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for family and friends.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
What you will pay
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why hosts in Reading choose us
- All the chip-shop extras
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- No surprises in your quote
- Quick service from the hatch
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Around Caversham
Locally, our bookings take us close to Eldon Square, Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre and Chiltern Nursery Nurse Training School, among other places. You’ll also find The Hill Primary School (under half a mile north-east), Grace Church (within half a mile east) and The White Horse pub (within half a mile north). Caversham’s nearest station is Reading station, roughly 1.3 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Berkshire Hospital (1.9 miles south) and Broad Street Mall (1.6 miles south). Within reach you’ll find South Lake and Sonning Hill.
Wake catering across Reading
Across Reading, halls, clubs and homes all host wakes. Tell us where and we will check parking.
Caversham: If the funeral is at a church such as Grace Church, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short. Relatives arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Reading station, about 1.3 miles south. Late-December sunset in Caversham is about 3:55pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. In summer, there’s daylight until about 9:25pm.
Events we cater in Reading
For some families, it was a favourite meal.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Memorial gatherings
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- A tribute meal
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
- Mention allergies you know about
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Plan for a few extra people
When everyone has eaten, we pack up quietly.
Some families add a favourite dessert or cake.
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- How many people are eating
- The length of service
- Distance and any road charges
- The date and time of year
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
Questions from Reading
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 photo if you can.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we will confirm what we need.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes. We can work with whoever is helping you.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Children normally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
How many people should we cater for?
A rough estimate is enough to start. Your funeral director can help.
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- 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