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Funeral and wake catering in Baffins, Portsmouth
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: fish and chips for the wake in Baffins and the surrounding area.
- Gatherings after the committal
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Anniversary memorials
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Wakes in Baffins: venues and practical details
Baffins is about 1 mile east of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. For wakes in Baffins, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Baffins is one of 19 towns and villages in Portsmouth where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 17 miles away.
If relatives are coming by rail, the nearest station is Fratton station, about 1 mile south-west. Local halls and clubs near Baffins can host a wake if home is too small, with the van in the car park. The coast is within about 3 miles of Baffins, and for many families fish and chips brings back memories of the seaside.
We cover wakes in every part of the PO3, PO4 and PO2 postcode area and the streets around it. From Byron Road, James Road and Dover Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Baffins sits on or near the A288, so getting the van to your wake is simple. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Copnor (1 mile north-west), Kingston (1 mile south-west), Fratton (1 mile south-west), Portsmouth (1 mile west) and North End (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Wymering (3 miles north), Paulsgrove (3 miles north-west), Drayton (3 miles north) and Farlington (3 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Southsea Castle (2.4 miles south-west) and Southsea (2.3 miles south-west). The countryside around Baffins includes Portsdown Hill and Milton Locks.
- Nearby schools include Miltoncross Academy (0.5 miles south) and St Edmund's Catholic School (1.4 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Baffins pub (under half a mile north)
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Baffins
Some families choose it because it was a loved one’s favourite. We serve mushy peas, sausage and chips and cod and chips, and we are frequently booked for small family memorials and remembering a loved one’s favourite food.
In Baffins, the hall is frequently where people gather. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Area
- Baffins (PO3, PO4, PO2)
- Area hub
- Portsmouth
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
About the food
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Common questions in Baffins
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Cuthbert: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Which station is closest to Baffins?
Fratton station, about 1 mile south-west of the centre.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes, that’s common.
Can the van park on grass?
Generally, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Can you cater for allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will give you the allergen information.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance.
Can you come to the house?
Frequently, yes. Send us a photo of the drive or the road outside.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Planners, venues and businesses
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
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Prices and what affects them
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Your choice of menu
- Numbers
- The length of service
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and time of the event
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The venue or postcode
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your wake, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Perfect for your wake in Baffins
It can be a fitting tribute.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Memorial gatherings
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Gatherings after the committal
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
With the A288 nearby, it’s easy for family travelling by car to reach Baffins.
What to look for in a quote
- How late numbers can change
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Allergen information for each item
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Allow a little extra
- Check the hall has an urn
- Name a contact for the day who isn’t close family
- Ensure older relatives can sit
We arrive in good time and park discreetly.
A quiet room away from the crowd is a kindness.
What happens on the day
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. Late-December sunset in Baffins is about 4:00pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting near the van. In summer, there is daylight until about 9:20pm.
- It starts with the date, where the wake is and roughly how many.
- You get an access check and a quote, without fuss.
- Timings allow for the service and travel from it.
- On the day we set up quietly and serve when guests are ready.
- When everyone has eaten, we clear up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
Still finalising the details? No problem: tell us the basics about your wake, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a simple, comforting meal at a wake, a chip van is a gentle choice. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Baffins hosts choose us
- Events in Baffins and across Portsmouth
- No surprises in your quote
- No kitchen needed
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
- 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