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Funeral and Wake Catering for Barnes Cray events
We bring fish and chips for the wake across Barnes Cray and Kent, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Wakes at venues
- A wake at the family home
- Celebrations of life
Book the van in Barnes Cray
Funeral and wake catering in Barnes Cray, cooked to order
Your funeral director or a family friend can deal with us directly. We are often asked to cater wakes at venues and gatherings at home after a funeral, with mushy peas, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
In Barnes Cray, the hall or the family home is a natural choice. Let us know where the van can go. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How long we serve
- How many people are eating
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Any minimum charge
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Planning fish and chips for the wake in Barnes Cray? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Places near Barnes Cray
What else we do in Barnes Cray
Occasions we serve in Barnes Cray
There is no kitchen work for anyone.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Life celebrations
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- A tribute meal
If the funeral is at a church such as Christ Church, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Questions to ask before you book
- VAT, if it applies
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How late numbers can change
- How many hours the van serves
How the day works
There is very little for you to do on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your wake. We handle the cooking and serving. In Barnes Cray, it’s dark by about 7:05pm in late September and 3:50pm in December.
- First, tell us about your wake.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for family and friends.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
Planning help
Wake catering near Barnes Cray
Barnes Cray is about 2 miles north-west of Dartford, in Kent. Wakes in Barnes Cray are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent. You can also see our page for London, about 13 miles away.
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the closest railway station is Slade Green station, roughly 0.7 miles north of the centre. Local halls and clubs near Barnes Cray can host a wake if home is too small.
Wherever your wake is in DA1 and DA8, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your wake could be at a house on Stour Road, Wilmot Road and Maiden Lane or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Barnes Cray we cover include Slade Green (1 mile north), North End (1 mile north), Crayford (1 mile south-west), Barnehurst (1 mile west) and Bexley Riverside (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (12 miles south), Gravesend (8 miles east), Northfleet (7 miles east), Swanley (4 miles south), Swanscombe (4 miles east) and Windmill Hill (8 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Broadway Shopping Centre (2.2 miles west) and West Hill Hospital (1 mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include Wansunt Pit.
- Schools near Barnes Cray include Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School (0.6 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include Bird in Hand pub (0.7 miles south)
- Other local spots include Colyers (1.3 miles north-west)
Common questions in Barnes Cray
Which station is closest to Barnes Cray?
The closest is Slade Green station, roughly 0.7 miles away.
Can the van park in Braeburn Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Do you cover Barnes Cray?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Barnes Cray is within our area and the rest of Kent. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Can you cater for allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before you book.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Barnes Cray?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your wake and we will send a quote.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Yes. We are happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
Planning the van’s spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A spot near your guests
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
For planners, venues and organisers
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.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Name a contact for the day who is not close family
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
- Check the hall has an urn
We arrive in good time and park discreetly before guests return from the service.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Barnes Cray?
A sit-down meal can feel formal. Fish and chips lets people mingle. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Classic food your guests already know
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Bookings across Kent, including Barnes Cray
Take a look at 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