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Funeral and wake catering in Clare Market, Greater London
Fried to order and served hot: fish and chips for the wake in Clare Market and across Greater London.
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
A chip van near Clare Market
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- A spot near your guests
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Access wide and high enough for the van
Clare Market is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
Funeral and wake catering in Clare Market, cooked to order
After a funeral, people want somewhere to gather and something comforting to eat. Fish and chips is familiar and comforting. We serve cod and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips, and we’re frequently booked for village hall wakes and memorial gatherings.
In Clare Market, a wake might be at home, a hall or a local pub. We need somewhere the van can park legally and safely, which we can help you think through. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Location
- Clare Market (WC2H, W1D, WC2B)
- County
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
- Plan seating for older guests
- Choose a friend to be our contact
We arrive in good time and park discreetly before guests return from the service.
Some families add a favourite dessert or cake.
Places near Clare Market
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For event organisers in Clare Market
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
FAQs for Clare Market
Which station is closest to Clare Market?
The closest is London Charing Cross station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
Can the van park in Lincoln's Inn Fields?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them first.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before booking.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a picture if you can.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do you serve wakes at home?
Frequently, yes. Send us a photo of the drive or the road outside.
How the day works
Your timings come first. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it is needed. Summer evenings in Clare Market stay light until about 9:20pm, but in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- We start with a few details about your wake.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for family and friends.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Make sure the van can get in
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Ask for a quote
Planning fish and chips for the wake in Clare Market? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
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Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Next to a buffet, fish and chips is hot and simple, which helps when numbers are hard to predict. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why book our van in Clare Market
- Bookings across Greater London, including Clare Market
- Quick service from the hatch
- Classic food your guests already know
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Wakes in Clare Market: venues and practical details
Clare Market is about 1 mile south of St Pancras, in Greater London. For a wake in Clare Market, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Clare Market is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
If relatives are coming by rail, London Charing Cross station, about 0.6 miles south-west, is the nearest station. Local halls and clubs near Clare Market can host a wake if home is too small.
For wakes in WC2H, W1D and WC2B, we just need to know where the van can park. Your wake could be at a house on Drury Lane, New Square and Old Square, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. With the A4 and A301 close by, Clare Market is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Aldwych (1 mile south), Temple Bar (1 mile east), Covent Garden (1 mile south-west), Temple (1 mile south-east) and Seven Dials (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (13 miles west), Stockwell (3 miles south) and Orpington (13 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Montfichet's Tower (0.7 miles east) and Gabriel's Wharf (0.6 miles south-east). The countryside around Clare Market includes Ludgate Hill and St. James's Park Lake.
- Local schools include Mercers' School (within half a mile north-east) and London Nautical School (0.7 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Ye Old White Horse pub (less than half a mile north)
- Other local spots include LSE Shaw Library (within half a mile south) and Metropolitan Borough of Holborn (less than half a mile north-west)
What affects the price in Clare Market
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Numbers
- How long we serve
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How far we travel
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What we need to know
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the event is
- Roughly how many people, including children
Each quote is put together for your wake. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
The menu, dish by dish
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Who books funeral and wake catering in Clare Market?
It suits all ages.
These are some of the bookings we take in Clare Market and Greater London:
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Memorial gatherings
Clare Market is on or near the A4 and A301, handy for relatives driving in.
What to look for in a quote
- How many hours the van serves
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deposit and payment dates
- How much space the van takes up
- 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