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Funeral and wake catering in Blacknest, Hampshire
Funeral and wake catering in Blacknest: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Pub wakes
- Memorial events and anniversaries
A chip van near Blacknest
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Plan seating for older guests
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Build in time for delays
- Let us know of any allergies
Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground.
Photos or a memory book give people something to share.
Funeral and wake catering in Blacknest, fried fresh
We cook as people come up. Typical bookings include wakes at home and family meals after the service, serving sausage and chips, pie and chips and gravy.
In rural Blacknest, home or the hall is usual, with the van in the yard or car park. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your wake, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
Blacknest: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Blacknest?
Bentley (Hampshire) station, about 0.5 miles north of the centre.
How far is Blacknest from London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we will advise.
Do you come to Blacknest?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Blacknest is within our area and the rest of Hampshire. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
Also near Blacknest
Also in Blacknest
Events we cater in Blacknest
Nothing is wasted on an uncertain number of guests.
Whatever the occasion in Blacknest, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Pub wakes
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
If relatives are coming by rail, the closest railway station is Bentley (Hampshire) station, roughly 0.5 miles north of the centre.
Comparing caterers
- How many hours the van serves
- Whether VAT is included
- Allergen information for each item
- Payment terms and deposit
Wakes in Blacknest: venues and practical details
Blacknest is about 4 miles south-west of Farnham, in Hampshire. Around Blacknest, we park wherever there is level, firm ground. Blacknest is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Blacknest to Guildford (14 miles away).
The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Blacknest; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
We take the van to wakes all over GU34. Close by, we cover wakes in Bucks Horn Oak (1 mile east), Isington (1 mile west), Bentley (1 mile north-west), Binsted (1 mile south-west) and Frithend (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Farnborough (9 miles north-east), Fleet (7 miles north), Aldershot (7 miles north-east), Alton (5 miles west) and Petersfield (12 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Chase Community Hospital (4.7 miles south) and Barley Pound (2.7 miles north). Open spaces near Blacknest include Holybourne Hill and Farnham Heath.
- Nearby, you will find The Jolly Farmer pub (0.5 miles south-east)
About the food
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and children love it.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the wake.
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.
Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Confirmation that the van can park there
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The length of service
- Your choice of menu
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access and parking
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The address or venue name
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
Making food yourself for a wake is a lot to take on. A van takes that off your hands. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No surprises in your quote
- Events in Blacknest and across Hampshire
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
How the day works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your wake in Blacknest. Late-December sunset in Blacknest is about 4:00pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. Summer wakes have daylight well into the evening.
- We start with a few details 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.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for family and friends.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Share the timings for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: 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.
Planning help
- 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