Hampshire · England
Funeral and wake catering in Binsted, Hampshire
We bring fish and chips for the wake to Binsted and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Remembrance gatherings
- Pub wakes
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
Fresh fish and chips in Binsted
Step by step
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Each piece of fish is battered and fried to order, and chips are fried in batches through service. Sunset in Binsted is about 7:05pm in late September and about 4:00pm in December; make sure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for family and friends.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Share the timings for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Getting a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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How our funeral and wake catering works in Binsted
Services frequently run over, so we stay flexible. Typical bookings include pub wakes and family meals after the service, with mushy peas, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
For a wake near Binsted, a farmhouse or village hall often works well. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
Common questions in Binsted
Which station is closest to Binsted?
Bentley (Hampshire) station, about 1.5 miles north-east of the centre.
Do you come to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
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.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes. We can work with whoever is helping you.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
How much space do you need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The number of meals
- The date and time of year
- Cod, haddock or both
- Travel, tolls and road charges
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The date and time of the event
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
For planners, venues and organisers
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Space, access and the venue
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A short walk from the party
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Binsted
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
Also in Binsted
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Build in time for delays
- Name a contact for the day who isn’t close family
- Check the hall has an urn
- Cater for a few more than you expect
Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Occasions we serve in Binsted
It’s warm, simple food that almost everyone enjoys.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Binsted book the van for occasions like:
- Pub wakes
- Memorial gatherings
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Bentley (Hampshire) station, about 1.5 miles north-east, is the nearest station.
Comparing caterers
- Any minimum charge
- How much space the van takes up
- The deposit and payment dates
- The cancellation terms
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For warm food after a funeral, a chip van is a gentle choice in Binsted. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Why book with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Quick service from the hatch
- A quote that spells everything out
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Arranging a wake in Binsted
Binsted is about 4 miles east of Alton, in Hampshire. We serve wakes at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Binsted and nearby villages. We take the van to all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Binsted to Guildford (15 miles away).
After a service at Church of the Holy Cross, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Binsted, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Wakes anywhere in GU34 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. We can serve a wake on streets such as The Street and Lovell Gardens or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. For wakes just outside Binsted, we cover Isington (1 mile north), Blacknest (1 mile north-east), Bucks Horn Oak (2 miles east), Frithend (2 miles east) and Kingsley (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Farnborough (10 miles north-east), Fleet (8 miles north), Aldershot (8 miles north-east), Alton (4 miles west) and Petersfield (11 miles south).
A little further out are Allen Gallery (3.8 miles west) and Chase Community Hospital (4.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Holybourne Hill and Deadwater Valley.
- Local pubs include The Binsted Inn (within half a mile west)
About the food
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
- 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