Hampshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for Bramdean events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Funeral and wake catering in Bramdean.
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Gatherings after the committal
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
Book the van in Bramdean
About our funeral and wake catering in Bramdean
The wake can be at home, at a village hall or club, or at a venue with space outside. We’re frequently asked to cater gatherings after the committal and gatherings at home after a funeral, serving cod and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips.
Near Bramdean, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. You’ll know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
Some venues offer wake menus. A van works where they do not, or at home. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Why book with us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Events in Bramdean and across Hampshire
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A clear quote before you book
See our prices page and the cost guide.
After a funeral in Bramdean
Bramdean is about 8 miles east of Winchester, in Hampshire. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Bramdean and nearby villages. We serve 683 places across Hampshire. We serve events right across the region, from Bramdean to Southampton (about 15 miles away).
Wherever your wake is in SO24, we can bring the van to you. Whether your wake is on Wood Lane, Woodlane Close and The Spinney or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to wakes in Hinton Ampner (1 mile west), Cheriton (2 miles west), Bishop's Sutton (2 miles north), Beauworth (3 miles south-west) and Warnford (3 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (15 miles north), Winchester (8 miles west), Havant (14 miles south-east), Eastleigh (11 miles south-west), Fareham (14 miles south) and Horndean (11 miles south-east).
Green spaces nearby include Shutts Copse and Beacon Hill.
- Local pubs include The Fox Inn (under half a mile south)
What happens on the day
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we are there in good time before you want to eat. In autumn and winter, it is dark early in Bramdean; make sure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for family and friends.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your wake, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
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Perfect for your wake in Bramdean
It suits all ages, from children to older relatives.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Wakes at home
After a service at Church of St Simon and St Jude, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
What to look for in a quote
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Allergen information for each item
- How late numbers can change
- Payment terms and deposit
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
- Allow for the service running over
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Ask the venue about the van
Remember the journey from the service.
Have napkins and bins ready.
Bramdean: your questions answered
Is Bramdean close to London?
Roughly 54 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come out to small places like Bramdean?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Children normally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes. We’re happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We will talk it through when we quote.
Nearby places to Bramdean
More for events in Bramdean
Organising for someone else?
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- The date and time of year
- How far we travel
- Numbers
- The length of service
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of the parking spot
- Allergies and diets you know about
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Bramdean? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, use 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