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Funeral and wake catering in Compton, Surrey
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: fish and chips for the wake in Compton and across Surrey.
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- A tribute meal
- Remembrance gatherings
Funeral and wake catering in Compton
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
How our funeral and wake catering works in Compton
We understand that timings on the day can move, and we’ll work around the service and the family. Whether it’s gatherings after scattering ashes and family meals after the service, we’ll put together a menu of haddock and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips and more.
For a wake near Compton, a farmhouse or village hall often works well. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
- The menu and how many choices
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the parking spot
- The spot you have in mind for the van
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Wakes in Compton: venues and practical details
Compton is about 3 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. For wakes in Compton, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We cover all 395 towns and villages in Surrey.
Relatives arriving by train should know that Farncombe station is about 1.6 miles away. Compton is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
For wakes in GU3, we just need to know where the van can park. Streets in the area include The Street, Spiceall and Almsgate, and the van can serve a wake on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Compton we cover include Hurtmore (1 mile south), Binscombe (1 mile south-east), Littleton (1 mile east), Shackleford (2 miles south-west) and Onslow Village (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (3 miles north-east), Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (9 miles north-west), Farnham (7 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Charterhouse School Museum (1.2 miles south) and Guildford Castle (2.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Compton include Farncombe Wood and Frith Hill.
- Local schools include Prior's Field School (1 mile west) and Broadwater School (1.8 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Harrow pub (under half a mile west)
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Perfect for your wake in Compton
It suits all ages.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Compton and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Family meals after the service
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Nicholas, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- How allergens are handled
- When payment is due
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Takeaway run or book a van?
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 cooks in front of your guests instead.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Looking after everyone
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
- Make sure older relatives can sit
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
- Name a contact for the day who is not close family
We park quietly before guests return from the service.
A quiet room away from the crowd is a kindness.
Step by step
Your timings come first. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you’re ready, so the food is still fresh when it is served. In summer, a wake in Compton has light until about 9:20pm, while winter afternoons darken by about 3:55pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
How to prepare
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
How to get a price
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Compton? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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A fish and chip van or other catering?
Preparing food yourself adds to a hard day. We do the cooking. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Hot food handed straight over
- No kitchen needed
- No surprises in your quote
- All the chip-shop extras
Take a look at our prices page and what a fish and chip van costs.
Questions from Compton
Do you come to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
How far is Compton from London?
About 30 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What can guests choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Compton.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Yes, many families prefer that.
More for events in Compton
- 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