Medway · England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Chatham Waterfront
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book fish and chips for the wake in Chatham Waterfront.
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Life celebrations
Fresh fish and chips in Chatham Waterfront
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Chatham Waterfront
After a funeral, people want somewhere to gather and something comforting to eat. For many families, fish and chips is exactly that. On the menu are haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for gatherings after scattering ashes and remembering a loved one’s favourite food.
In Chatham Waterfront, the hall is frequently where people gather, and its car park suits the van. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Events we cater in Chatham Waterfront
Families choose fish and chips because it’s comforting and familiar.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Memorial gatherings
- Remembrance gatherings
- Village hall wakes
- Small family memorials
If relatives are coming by rail, Chatham Waterfront has its own station, Chatham station.
Comparing caterers
- The deadline for final numbers
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether there’s a minimum
- What they can offer for dietary needs
Chatham Waterfront questions
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St John the Divine: 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. Send us the address.
Can the van park in The Paddock?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
What if we do not know numbers?
A rough estimate is enough to start. Funeral directors can advise from experience.
How much space do you need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan service around it.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes, many families prefer that.
Is short notice a problem?
We understand the timescales, so send us the date and we will answer right away.
Where the van can park in Chatham Waterfront
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:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Chatham Waterfront: halls, homes and travel
Chatham Waterfront is about 1 mile east of Rochester, in Medway. Wherever your wake is in the ME4 area, we can fry fresh for your guests. Chatham Waterfront is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Chatham Waterfront to Canterbury (25 miles away).
Relatives driving in can use the A231 to reach Chatham Waterfront. If there is not room at home, a hall or club near Chatham Waterfront may suit.
We cover wakes in every part of ME4, ME1 and ME7. Local streets include New Road, Old Road and Ship Lane; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Main roads around Chatham Waterfront include the A231, so getting the van to your wake is simple. Close by, we cover wakes in Brompton (1 mile north-east), Rochester Riverside (1 mile north-west), Luton (1 mile south-east), Frindsbury (1 mile north-west) and Chatham (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Rainham (4 miles south-east), Park Wood (4 miles south-east), Lordswood (3 miles south), Twydall (3 miles east), Hoo St Werburgh (3 miles north-east) and Wigmore (4 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Pentagon Shopping Centre (under half a mile south-east) and Six Poor Travellers House (0.9 miles west). Within reach you will find Gad's Hill and Ranscombe Farm.
- Local schools include Fort Pitt Grammar School (0.5 miles south-west) and St John Fisher RC Comprehensive School (0.5 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include King's Arms (under half a mile west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (under half a mile north) and City of Rochester-upon-Medway (1.2 miles north-west)
Takeaway run or book a van?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the wake.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
We will give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- The day of the week
- The menu and how many choices
- Distance and any road charges
- How many people are eating
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
What we need to know
The more we know about your wake, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- A picture of the parking spot
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the van would park
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Allow a little extra
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
We start when you give the word, not to a rigid schedule.
A tea table run by a friend is a comfort.
Nearby places to Chatham Waterfront
More for events in Chatham Waterfront
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Many wakes have sandwiches and cake. Hot food can be more welcome. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No surprises in your quote
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
The process
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. In Chatham Waterfront, it’s dark by about 7:00pm in late September and 3:50pm in December.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for family and friends.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, 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