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Funeral and wake catering in Clanville, Hampshire
Planning fish and chips for the wake in Clanville? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Family meals after the service
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Pub wakes
A chip van near Clanville
For event organisers in Clanville
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. 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. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
Funeral and wake catering in Clanville, cooked to order
A wake needs warm, simple food. Fish and chips is familiar and comforting. On the menu are gravy, haddock and chips and pie and chips, and we are often booked for remembrance gatherings and a favourite meal in someone’s memory.
For a wake near Clanville, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the van in the yard or car park. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
FAQs for Clanville
How far is Clanville from London?
About 65 miles from central London.
Can you serve after a service at St Margaret's Chapel?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we will confirm what we need.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Can someone else arrange it?
Of course. We can work with whoever is helping you.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Do you come to Clanville?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Clanville is within our area. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
How the day works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. In winter, it’s dark in Clanville by about 4:00pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. Summer wakes have daylight well into the evening.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Ensure the van can get in
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or SP11 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. To get started, use our quote form.
Related guides
Occasions we serve in Clanville
It takes one job off a very long list.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Clanville:
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Pub wakes
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
Families holding a service at St Margaret's Chapel often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- VAT, if it applies
- How allergens are handled
What the van needs
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A spot near your guests
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
Clanville: halls, homes and travel
Clanville is about 4 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. In and around Clanville, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. Clanville is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Clanville to Southampton (about 23 miles away).
Relatives arriving by train should know that Andover station is about 3.2 miles away.
For wakes in SP11, we just need to know where the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Appleshaw (1 mile south-west), Redenham (1 mile west), Penton Mewsey (1 mile south-east), Chute Forest (1 mile north-west) and Penton Grafton (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Andover (4 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles west), Weeke (15 miles south-east), Ludgershall (4 miles west), Whitchurch (9 miles east) and East Anton (4 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Andover Museum (3.7 miles south-east) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
- Pubs nearby include The Lion pub (0.6 miles south)
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Your choice of menu
- Service time
- The number of meals
- Any minimum charge
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Where the event is
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
About the food
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Takeaway run or book a van?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Also near Clanville
Other occasions in Clanville
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Some venues offer wake menus. A van works where they do not, or at home. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book with us
- Quick service from the hatch
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A menu almost everyone likes
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
- 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