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Funeral and Wake Catering for Crockenhill events
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book fish and chips for the wake in Crockenhill.
- Family meals after the service
- Memorial gatherings
- Village hall wakes
Planning an event in Crockenhill?
Funeral and wake catering in Crockenhill, fried fresh
We cook as people come up, after a long, cold day. On the menu are cod and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater gatherings after the committal and wakes at home.
In a small place like Crockenhill, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
For event organisers in Crockenhill
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
What happens on the day
Here’s how the day generally runs: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you are ready to eat. In Crockenhill, it is dark by about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December, so a lit path to the van is a kindness to older guests.
- We start with a few details about your wake.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for family and friends.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Share the timings for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Crockenhill? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
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Why choose funeral and wake catering in Crockenhill?
Families choose fish and chips because it is comforting and familiar.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- A wake at the family home
- A tribute meal
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of All Souls, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Before you book anyone
- Allergen information for each item
- How late numbers can change
- What the price includes, item by item
- What happens if plans change
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A spot near your guests
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
Crockenhill: halls, homes and travel
Crockenhill is about 2 miles east of Orpington, in Kent. Give us the address of your wake in Crockenhill, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot before the day. We serve 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Crockenhill to London (about 14 miles away).
For family travelling by train, Swanley station is about 0.8 miles away. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Crockenhill, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
This part of Kent takes in BR8, and we can serve your wake anywhere in it. Whether your wake is on Church Road, Old Chapel Road and Sounds Lodge or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Kevington (1 mile west), Swanley (1 mile north-east), Well Hill (2 miles south), Derry Downs (2 miles west) and Maypole (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Dartford (5 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (7 miles south), Gravesend (10 miles east), Tonbridge (14 miles south), Northfleet (9 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (13 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include London Borough of Bromley Museum (2.5 miles west) and Orpington Hospital (3.2 miles south-west). Open spaces near Crockenhill include The Warren and Summer Hill.
- Nearby schools include Orchards Academy (1.1 miles north)
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order.
Crockenhill questions
Can you serve after a service at Church of All Souls?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Which station is closest to Crockenhill?
Swanley station, about 0.8 miles north of the centre.
What if timings change?
Yes. We start when you are ready.
How long will the queue be?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We will talk it through when we quote.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your wake and we will send a quote.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll give you the allergen information.
Towns and villages near Crockenhill
Other occasions in Crockenhill
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- How long we serve
- Cod, haddock or both
- How many people are eating
- How easy the site is to reach
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The date and time of the event
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A picture of the parking spot
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Crockenhill?
Sandwiches are traditional at wakes. A hot meal can be more comforting. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book our van in Crockenhill
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Bookings across Kent, including Crockenhill
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
- 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