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Funeral and Wake Catering in Surrey

We serve 395 towns and villages across Surrey for funeral and wake catering, with everything fried fresh on the day.

Planning an event in Surrey?

Funeral and wake catering in every part of Surrey

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

Other occasions in Surrey

Postcode districts

Funeral and wake catering in Surrey: what to expect

We understand that timings on the day can move, and we will work around the service and the family. We serve cod and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips, and we are often booked for wakes at home and family gatherings after a burial or cremation.

Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves.

Send us your date, numbers and address.
We check the route in and send a price.
We arrive in good time to set up.
Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.

Prices in Surrey

The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.

Why book our van

Everything cooked to order at your event
Hot food handed straight over
No kitchen needed
A clear quote before booking

How to get a price

Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Surrey? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.

Local landmarks in Guildford

Around Guildford, we take the van to homes and venues near Surrey Maths School, Sandfield Primary School and Guildford High School and the streets around them. Also close by are Church of St John the Evangelist (under half a mile east), Stoke Park (less than half a mile east) and The King's Head pub (within half a mile south-east). The nearest railway station is London Road (Guildford) station, roughly 0.6 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Guildford Castle (0.9 miles south) and Guildford House (0.8 miles south). The countryside around Guildford includes Silent Pool and Pewley Hill.

Arranging a wake in Surrey

Wakes across Surrey are held at homes, halls, clubs and pubs, from Guildford, Woking and Camberley to its 276 villages and hamlets. The van needs a level spot nearby. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within easy reach of places across Surrey, so check venue rules on vehicles for countryside events.

Guildford: For anyone coming to the funeral by train, London Road (Guildford) station is about 0.6 miles away. Relatives driving in can use the A3 and A25 to reach Guildford. In summer, a wake in Guildford has light until about 9:20pm, but in December it is dark by about 3:55pm.

About the food

Haddock and chips

Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.

Mushy peas

No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.

Allergies and dietary needs

We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:

Let someone else talk to us on the day
Ask the venue about the van
Plan seating for older guests
Allow a little extra

Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground when choosing a serving time.

Somewhere quiet to sit helps some guests.

Is a fish and chip van right for you?

A formal meal does not always suit. Fish and chips lets people mingle.

Questions to ask before booking

Whether there’s a minimum
Payment terms and deposit
A clear list of what’s included
Travel, tolls and road charges

Should I sort the food myself?

Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.

DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.

How we price fish and chips for the wake

There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:

Numbers
How far we travel
Cod, haddock or both
Peak dates such as summer Saturdays

The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.

What to tell us

For a quote, it helps to have:

A picture of the space and the way in
Allergies and diets you know about
Roughly how many people, including children
The venue or postcode

A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, fill in our quote form.

Common questions in Surrey

Do you take everything away?

We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.

Does the batter contain gluten?

Not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before you book.

Can you serve children?

Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.

How long are you on site?

We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.

What’s on the menu?

Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.

How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Surrey?

We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.

What areas do you cover?

London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.