Oxfordshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for Charney Bassett events
Fried to order and served hot: fish and chips for the wake in Charney Bassett and the surrounding area.
- Family meals after the service
- Remembrance gatherings
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
Funeral and wake catering for Charney Bassett events
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Charney Bassett
Services often run over, so we stay flexible. For celebrations of life and a wake at the family home, we will put together a menu of cod and chips, pie and chips and gravy.
For a wake near Charney Bassett, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well, with the van in the yard or car park. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Charney Bassett (OX12)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Charney Bassett: halls, homes and travel
Charney Bassett is about 4 miles north of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Bookings in Charney Bassett come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Charney Bassett is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 12 miles away.
Here we cover the OX12 postcode area. From Main Street, Buckland Road and New Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. For wakes just outside Charney Bassett, we cover Lyford (1 mile east), Denchworth (2 miles south), Pusey (2 miles north-west), West Hanney (2 miles south-east) and Goosey (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Oxford (12 miles north-east), Didcot (9 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles east), Witney (10 miles north), Carterton (10 miles north-west) and Wantage (4 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Longworth Hospital (5.7 miles west) and Hinton Waldrist Castle (2.7 miles north). The countryside around Charney Bassett includes Chain Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Chequers pub (within half a mile south)
What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
For event organisers in Charney Bassett
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Towns and villages near Charney Bassett
More for events in Charney Bassett
Occasions we serve in Charney Bassett
It needs no kitchen at the hall or home.
These are some of the bookings we take in Charney Bassett and Oxfordshire:
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Gatherings after the committal
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Anniversary memorials
Families holding a service at Church of St Peter frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
Before booking anyone
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- How much space the van takes up
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- VAT, if it applies
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A short walk from the party
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
Should I sort the food myself?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
The process
You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your wake. We handle the cooking and serving. A wake in Charney Bassett in late autumn or winter may run into the dark, with sunset about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Getting a price
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
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FAQs for Charney Bassett
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Peter: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is usually elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
How far is Charney Bassett from London?
About 59 miles from central London, and well within our area.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Can the wake be at home?
Frequently, yes. Tell us about parking at the house.
Do we need to provide anything?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we will say what we need.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Charney Bassett?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a picture if you can.
Planning for dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Let us know of any allergies
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Allow for the service running over
- Check the hall has an urn
A friend or the funeral director can be our contact.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- The minimum booking
- Your choice of menu
- The day of the week
- The number of meals
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Where the van would park
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Charney Bassett? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. Just send us your details through 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