England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Slough
Wherever you are in Slough, we can bring funeral and wake catering to your event. Tell us your date for a quote.
Funeral and Wake Catering in Slough
Towns we cover in Slough
A fish and chip van for wakes and gatherings after a funeral. Pick your town below to see the details for your area, and tell us about your event for a quote.
Main towns
Funeral and wake catering across Slough
We keep it calm and simple. We park discreetly and serve when people are ready. We serve gravy, mushy peas and cod and chips, and we’re often booked for gatherings at home after a funeral and scattering of ashes gatherings.
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your wake.
- It starts with the date, where the wake is and roughly how many.
- We check the spot for the van and send a quote.
- We agree a time to arrive and when food should be ready, allowing for the service running over.
- We park discreetly and fry fresh as people arrive.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly and leave the spot tidy.
Cost
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
Why hosts in Slough choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Hot food handed straight over
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Ask for a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Local landmarks in Slough
Locally, our bookings take us close to Herschel Grammar School, St Michael and All Angels and Westgate School and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Herschel Park (1.1 miles south-east), The Godolphin Junior Academy (0.6 miles north) and The Moon and Spoon pub (0.6 miles south-east). Slough’s nearest station is Slough station, about 0.7 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Windsor Castle (2.1 miles south) and Municipal Borough of Slough (0.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Taplow Lake and Burnham Beeches.
Wakes across Slough: halls and homes
In Slough’s villages, the hall is frequently where people gather after a funeral; in Cippenham, Chalvey and Britwell, it may be a club or venue. Let us know the venue and we’ll check the spot.
Slough: For family travelling by train, the nearest station is Slough station, about 0.7 miles east. Relatives driving in can use the A4 and A332 to reach Slough. Summer evenings in Slough stay light until about 9:25pm, while winter afternoons darken by about 3:55pm, so plan lighting near the door.
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
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.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Some venues offer wake menus. A van works where they don’t, or at home.
Comparing caterers
- Any minimum charge
- How many hours the van serves
- What the price includes, item by item
- The deadline for final numbers
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Why a fish and chip van works
There is little waste, because food is cooked to order.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Life celebrations
- A wake at the family home
- Remembrance gatherings
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Plan seating for older guests
- Keep the serving time flexible
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
- Name a contact for the day who isn’t close family
Give us a contact for the day who is not a close family member.
A favourite cake can be a lovely touch.
FAQs for Slough
What if we don’t know numbers?
It’s hard to know, so a rough number is fine. Funeral directors can advise from experience.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we will plan for them.
Is short notice a problem?
We understand the timescales, so ask and we will reply quickly.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we’ll advise.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
A to Z of places in Slough
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
L
M
P
R
S
U
W
- 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