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Funeral and Wake Catering for Charing Heath events
Funeral and wake catering in Charing Heath: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Gatherings after the committal
- Pub wakes
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
Funeral and wake catering in Charing Heath
Wake catering near Charing Heath
Charing Heath is about 7 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. People in Charing Heath book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We serve 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 15 miles away.
If relatives are coming by rail, the nearest station is Charing station, about 1.2 miles east. Charing Heath is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
For wakes in TN27, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. That could mean a wake at a home on Wind Hill Lane, Cherry Tree Road and Charing Heath Road, wherever the van can park. For wakes just outside Charing Heath, we cover Lenham Heath (1 mile north-west), Stonebridge Green (1 mile south-west), Lenham Forstal (1 mile north-west), Charing (1 mile east) and Cold Harbour (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles west), Ashford (7 miles south-east), Canterbury (15 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Whitstable (15 miles north-east) and Faversham (9 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Coldbridge Castle (2.9 miles west).
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion Inn (within half a mile south-west)
How our funeral and wake catering works in Charing Heath
The wake can be at home, at a village hall or club, or at a venue with space outside. For a tribute meal and wakes at venues, we can cook gravy, pie and chips and cod and chips.
For a wake near Charing Heath, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well, with the van in the yard or car park. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do before booking.
What happens on the day
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, timed around your wake. Sunset in Charing Heath is about 7:00pm in late September and about 3:50pm in December; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Let us know the serving time
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
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What affects the price in Charing Heath
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The number of meals
- Any minimum charge
- Service time
- How far we travel
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.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The venue or postcode
- Where the van would park
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The date and time of the event
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
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 solves that by cooking on site.
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Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Many wakes have sandwiches and cake. A hot meal can be more comforting, especially in winter. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Why us?
- Bookings across Kent, including Charing Heath
- A quote that spells everything out
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Charing Heath
Is Charing Heath too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Charing Heath?
The closest is Charing station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Of course. We are happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Charing Heath.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Do you come to Charing Heath?
We do. We serve events in Charing Heath and across Kent. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Can the wake be at home?
Yes, if there is somewhere level and firm to park the van close to the house.
Planning for dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
- Make sure older relatives can sit
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground when choosing a serving time.
A tea table run by a friend is a comfort.
About the food
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’s hot, crisp and generous.
For planners, venues and organisers
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Where the van can park in Charing Heath
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A short walk from the party
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- 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