Hampshire · England
Funeral and wake catering in Broad Oak, Hampshire
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: fish and chips for the wake in Broad Oak and across Hampshire.
- Village hall wakes
- Wakes at venues
- Gatherings after the committal
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Funeral and wake catering in Broad Oak, cooked to order
A wake needs warm, simple food. Fish and chips is familiar and comforting. We are frequently asked to cater small family memorials and gatherings at a village hall or club, serving pie and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
In a small place like Broad Oak, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Step by step
Your timings come first. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you are ready, so the food is still fresh when it is served. Sunset in Broad Oak 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.
- 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
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Give us a contact for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Why choose funeral and wake catering in Broad Oak?
It works for everyone.
Whatever the occasion in Broad Oak, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Wakes at venues
- Small family memorials
- Celebrations of life
- Gatherings after the committal
Relatives arriving by train should know that Winchfield station is about 1.8 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- If the price includes VAT
- How allergens are handled
- When final numbers are due
For event organisers in Broad Oak
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Broad Oak questions
Do you come out to small places like Broad Oak?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
We are gathering after a service at All Saints Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Is short notice a problem?
Ask as soon as you have the date. We’ll tell you straight away whether we’re available.
Can the wake be at home?
Yes, if there’s somewhere level and firm to park the van close to the house.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children normally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
Nearby places to Broad Oak
What else we do in Broad Oak
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many people are eating
- The length of service
- The menu and how many choices
- The day of the week
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Where the van would park
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Your date and serving time
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Making food yourself for a wake is a lot to take on. We do the cooking. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Why Broad Oak hosts choose us
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- We cover Broad Oak and the whole of Hampshire
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Hot food handed straight over
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Allergies and dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Mention allergies you know about
- Have chairs for those who need them
- Plan for a few extra people
- Check the hall has an urn
Seats for older guests near the hall or house help.
A tea table run by a friend is a comfort.
Broad Oak: halls, homes and travel
Broad Oak is about 4 miles west of Fleet, in Hampshire. Around Broad Oak, we park wherever there is level, firm ground, close to your guests. We take the van to 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading, about 13 miles away.
Families holding a service at All Saints Church frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
This part of Hampshire takes in RG29, so your wake can be anywhere in it. For wakes just outside Broad Oak, we cover Odiham (1 mile south-west), North Warnborough (1 mile west), Warnborough Green (2 miles west), Winchfield (2 miles north-east) and Greywell (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (8 miles west), Farnborough (7 miles east), Fleet (4 miles east), Aldershot (7 miles east), Alton (8 miles south) and Yateley (7 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include West Green House Agricultural Museum (2.9 miles north) and Hart Shopping Centre (3.8 miles east). The countryside around Broad Oak includes Fleet Pond Nature Reserve and Tundry Hill.
- Local schools include Robert May's School (1.4 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Waterwitch pub (under half a mile west)
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the wake.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
- 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