Hampshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Ashlett
Funeral and wake catering in Ashlett: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- A tribute meal
- A wake at the family home
- Family meals after the service
A chip van near Ashlett
Funeral and wake catering in Ashlett, fried fresh
Some families choose it because it was a loved one’s favourite. We serve haddock and chips, cod and chips and pie and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater remembering a loved one’s favourite food and family gatherings after a burial or cremation.
Near Ashlett, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
For event organisers in Ashlett
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
Ashlett: halls, homes and travel
Ashlett is about 4 miles south-east of Hythe, in Hampshire. People in Ashlett book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 7 miles away.
For a service at a church like Church of All Saints, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests. The New Forest National Park is within about 5 miles of Ashlett, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access. Ashlett is within about 3 miles of the sea.
We serve wakes across the SO45 postcode area. Close by, we cover wakes in Stonehills (1 mile south-west), Fawley (1 mile west), Sprat's Down (1 mile south), Calshot (1 mile south-east) and Blackfield (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Gosport (8 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles north), Fareham (7 miles east), Horndean (15 miles east), Totton (10 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (11 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Calshot Castle (1.6 miles east) and Coldeast (4 miles north-east). Open spaces near Ashlett include Mercury Marshes.
- Nearby schools include The New Forest Academy (2.1 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Falcon Hotel (under half a mile west)
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your wake in Ashlett. Late-December sunset in Ashlett is about 4:00pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. In summer, there’s daylight until about 9:20pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for family and friends.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Nearby places to Ashlett
What else we do in Ashlett
Occasions we serve in Ashlett
It can be a fitting tribute.
Whatever the occasion in Ashlett, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- A wake at the family home
- Family meals after the service
- Memorial events and anniversaries
Relatives arriving by train should know that Hamble station, about 3.1 miles north, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The deadline for final numbers
- The deposit and payment dates
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
A sit-down meal can feel formal. Fish and chips lets people mingle. 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 Ashlett hosts choose us
- Classic food your guests already know
- A quote that spells everything out
- No kitchen needed
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Take a look at our pricing or what a fish and chip van costs.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- The minimum booking
- How far we travel
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access and parking
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Where the van would park
- Where the event is
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Keep the serving time flexible
- Plan seating for older guests
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
A friend or the funeral director can be our contact.
Photos or a memory book give people something to share.
Space, access and the venue
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Ashlett
Can you serve after a service at Church of All Saints?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Do you come out to small places like Ashlett?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you be flexible on the day?
Of course. We start when you’re ready.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Ashlett?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes, that’s common.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
- 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