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Funeral and Wake Catering for Beddington events
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, fish and chips for the wake makes the food a highlight of your wake in Beddington.
- Celebrations of life
- Wakes at home
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
Funeral and wake catering for Beddington events
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
About our funeral and wake catering in Beddington
Funerals are frequently arranged at short notice, so ask as soon as you have the date. Typical bookings include a tribute meal and gatherings after the committal, with sausage and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips.
In Beddington, a hall with parking is often the easiest option. You’ll know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Location
- Beddington (CR0, SM6, CR9)
- County
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
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What happens on the day
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Sunset in Beddington is about 7:05pm in late September and about 3:55pm in December; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Plan where the queue will stand
Ask for a quote
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can use our quote form.
Planning help
Occasions we serve in Beddington
There is little waste, because food is cooked to order.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Beddington and Greater London:
- Wakes at home
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Family meals after the service
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
If the funeral is at a church such as Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Comparing caterers
- How much space the van takes up
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Whether VAT is included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Diets, allergies and planning
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Name a contact for the day who isn’t close family
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
Give us a contact for the day who is not a close family member.
A tea table run by a friend is a comfort.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Whether a minimum applies
- The length of service
- How far we travel
- The number of meals
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Where the event is
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Your date and serving time
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. Just use our quote form.
After a funeral in Beddington
Beddington is about 2 miles west of Croydon, in Greater London. Whether your wake is in the middle of Beddington or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Beddington is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our bookings stretch from Beddington to London (9 miles away).
If relatives are coming by rail, the nearest station is Waddon station, about 0.7 miles east. A club or hall near Beddington gives space for everyone and parking for the van.
Wakes anywhere in CR0, SM6 and CR9 start with a parking spot for the van. Your wake could be at a house on Guy Road, Mill Lane and Church Lane or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. If your venue is just outside Beddington, we also cover Bandonhill (1 mile south), Wallington (1 mile south-west), Waddon (1 mile south-east), Old Town (1 mile east) and Roundshaw (1 mile south). We also serve nearby towns such as London (9 miles north), City of Westminster (10 miles north), Marylebone (10 miles north), Kensington (9 miles north), St Pancras (11 miles north) and Shoreditch (11 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Centrale Croydon (1.3 miles east) and Croydon University Hospital (1.6 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Wilderness Island and Duppas Hill.
- Schools near Beddington include Wallington County Grammar School (0.7 miles west) and The Archbishop Lanfranc School (1.4 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Plough pub (under half a mile south)
- Other local spots include County Borough of Croydon (1.4 miles east)
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, 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. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A formal meal does not always suit. A van keeps it relaxed. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why book our van in Beddington
- All the chip-shop extras
- No kitchen needed
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- No surprises in your quote
See our pricing or the cost guide.
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
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 is battered and fried to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
FAQs for Beddington
Can you serve after a service at Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Can the van park in Waddon Ponds?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Yes. We can work with whoever is helping you.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Beddington?
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, Greater London included. Find your area.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Can the van come to Beddington?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Beddington and the rest of Greater London. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
- 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