Hampshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Basingstoke
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Funeral and wake catering in Basingstoke.
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Anniversary memorials
Funeral and wake catering for Basingstoke events
Questions from Basingstoke
We are gathering after a service at St Michael's Church: 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 typically elsewhere. Send us the address.
Could you trade in Eastrop Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Basingstoke?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including Hampshire. See all areas.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Yes. We can work with whoever is helping you.
How many people should we cater for?
It’s hard to know, so a rough number is fine. Funeral directors can advise from experience.
About our funeral and wake catering in Basingstoke
Some families choose it because it was a loved one’s favourite, which makes it a fitting tribute. For gatherings at a village hall or club and a wake at the family home, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips.
In Basingstoke, wakes are often held at home, a club, a church hall or a venue. We need a level spot close by. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
Arranging a wake in Basingstoke
Basingstoke is in Hampshire. Basingstoke is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We serve 683 places across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 14 miles away.
With the A30 and A33 nearby, it’s easy for family travelling by car to reach Basingstoke. After a service at St Michael's Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
For wakes in RG24, RG22, RG21 and RG23, we just need to know where the van can park. Local streets include Church Square, Queen Annes Square and The Square; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. You will find Basingstoke on the A30 and A33, so it is easy for us to reach with the van. For wakes just outside Basingstoke, we cover South Ham (1 mile south-west), Winklebury (1 mile west), Brighton Hill (1 mile south), Rooksdown (1 mile north-west) and Buckskin (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (11 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (10 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles north-east) and Tadley (6 miles north). Being one of Hampshire’s larger places, Basingstoke has plenty of venues, halls and workplaces.
Other landmarks nearby include Basing House (2.2 miles east) and The Malls (0.6 miles east). Open spaces near Basingstoke include Farleigh Hill and Daneshill Park Woods.
- Local schools include Cranbourne (0.7 miles south) and The Costello School (1 mile east)
- Pubs nearby include The Rising Sun pub (0.5 miles north-east)
For event organisers in Basingstoke
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
How the day works
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and we agree exactly where before the day. In autumn and winter, it’s dark early in Basingstoke; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for family and friends.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Let us know the serving time
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Get a quote
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
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Why choose a fish and chip van in Basingstoke?
Making food yourself for a wake is a lot to take on. A van takes that off your hands. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book our van in Basingstoke
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No surprises in your quote
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Quick service from the hatch
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Planning the van’s spot
If a spot isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you. What matters most:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
What affects the price in Basingstoke
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Cod, haddock or both
- The number of meals
- Any minimum charge
- Service time
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and time of the event
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where the event is
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your wake, and we will check the date and send a price.
Perfect for your wake in Basingstoke
There’s little waste, because food is cooked to order.
In Basingstoke and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- A tribute meal
- A wake at the family home
- Memorial events and anniversaries
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Basingstoke station, about 0.6 miles east, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before booking
- How allergens are handled
- The cancellation terms
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. It’s battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Places near Basingstoke
More for events in Basingstoke
- 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