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Funeral and wake catering in Bentworth, Hampshire
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 Bentworth.
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Anniversary memorials
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
Funeral and wake catering for Bentworth events
Who books funeral and wake catering in Bentworth?
For some families, it was a favourite meal.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Bentworth and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- A tribute meal
For a service at a church like St. Mary's Church, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether there’s a minimum
- How many hours the van serves
- How much space the van takes up
- How allergens are handled
How our funeral and wake catering works in Bentworth
Wakes are rarely planned months ahead, so contact us as soon as you can. For remembrance gatherings and wakes at venues, we’ll put together a menu of pie and chips, cod and chips and gravy and more.
Near Bentworth, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
A sit-down meal can feel formal. A van keeps it relaxed. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book with us
- A clear quote before booking
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
About the food
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan.
Planners, venues and businesses
For big groups, the service window matters, 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’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Bentworth: your questions answered
We’re gathering after a service at St. Mary's Church: can you come?
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. Send us the address.
How far is Bentworth from London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a picture if you can.
What if we do not know numbers?
A rough estimate is enough to start. Funeral directors can advise from experience.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
Contact us as soon as you can. We will let you know quickly.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before you book.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Other occasions in Bentworth
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How many people are eating
- Your choice of menu
- How easy the site is to reach
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A photo of the parking spot
- Where the event is
- Expected numbers
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. To send them, use our quote form.
Bentworth: halls, homes and travel
Bentworth is about 3 miles west of Alton, in Hampshire. People in Bentworth book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Bentworth is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 20 miles away.
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the closest railway station is Alton station, roughly 3.5 miles east of the centre.
For wakes in GU34, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Whether your wake is on Village Street, Church Street and Drury Lane or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Bentworth, we also cover Holt End (1 mile south-west), Thedden (1 mile south-east), Wivelrod (1 mile south-east), New Copse (1 mile south-west) and Beech (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (8 miles north), Winchester (13 miles south-west), Farnborough (15 miles north-east), Fleet (12 miles north-east), Aldershot (14 miles north-east) and Alton (3 miles east).
A little further out are Barton Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Gliding Heritage Centre (2.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Bentworth include King's Hill.
- Local pubs include The Star Inn (less than half a mile south-west)
How it works
Changes on the day are fine: we will adjust start times and pace to suit your wake. In autumn and winter, it is dark early in Bentworth; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
Planning fish and chips for the wake in Bentworth? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Where the van can park in Bentworth
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- 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