Oxfordshire · England
Funeral and wake catering in Aston Tirrold, Oxfordshire
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 Aston Tirrold.
- Wakes at home
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Small family memorials
Funeral and wake catering for Aston Tirrold events
Space, access and the venue
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A short walk from the party
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Aston Tirrold
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
How our funeral and wake catering works in Aston Tirrold
We keep it calm and simple. We arrive at the agreed time, park discreetly and serve when you’re ready. We serve cod and chips, pie and chips and mushy peas, and we are regularly asked to cater remembering a loved one’s favourite food and wakes at church halls and clubs.
For a wake near Aston Tirrold, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well, with the van in the yard or car park. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Area
- Aston Tirrold (OX11)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
- Ensure older relatives can sit
- Keep the serving time flexible
Remember the journey from the service when choosing a serving time.
A quiet room away from the crowd is a kindness.
For event organisers in Aston Tirrold
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.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Any minimum charge
- How far we travel
- Parking and the way in
- How long we serve
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Expected numbers
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The spot you have in mind for the van
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Step by step
Service is quick: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. Sunset in Aston Tirrold is about 7:10pm in late September and about 3:55pm in December; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the serving time
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Getting a price
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your wake, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Occasions we serve in Aston Tirrold
It suits all ages, from children to older relatives.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Family meals after the service
- Wakes at venues
- Small family memorials
- Memorial events and anniversaries
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the closest railway station is Cholsey station, roughly 1.8 miles east of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- VAT, if it applies
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The van’s size and access needs
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
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.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Questions from Aston Tirrold
Is Aston Tirrold close to London?
About 48 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Aston Tirrold?
Cholsey station, about 1.8 miles east of the centre.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Aston Tirrold?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Can you come to the house?
Yes. Tell us about parking at the house.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.
Is grass a problem?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Towns and villages near Aston Tirrold
Other occasions in Aston Tirrold
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce and it’s on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Aston Tirrold: halls, homes and travel
Aston Tirrold is about 3 miles south-east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Whether your wake is in the middle of Aston Tirrold or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We take the van to 443 places in Oxfordshire. We serve events right across the region, from Aston Tirrold to Oxford (13 miles away).
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Michael, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Aston Tirrold, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
We cover wakes in every part of the OX11 postcode area. Streets in the area include Baker Street, Spring Lane and Aston Street, and the van can serve a wake on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Close by, we cover wakes in Blewbury (1 mile west), Woodway (2 miles south-west), East Hagbourne (2 miles north-west), Upton (3 miles west) and Coscote (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (13 miles north), Didcot (3 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles north-west), Wantage (10 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (13 miles east) and Grove (10 miles west).
A little further out are Brightwell Castle (3.3 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Mowbray Fields and Churn Hill.
- Local pubs include The Chequers Inn Public House (less than half a mile north)
- 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