Oxfordshire · England
Funeral and wake catering in Cutteslowe, Oxfordshire
We bring fish and chips for the wake across Cutteslowe and Oxfordshire, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
A chip van near Cutteslowe
Cutteslowe: halls, homes and travel
Cutteslowe is about 3 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. For wakes in Cutteslowe, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We serve 443 places across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Relatives driving in can use the A4165 to reach Cutteslowe. For a service at a church like Roman Catholic Church of St Gregory and St Augustine, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Here we cover the OX2 postcode area, and we can serve your wake anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Wren Road, Scott Road and Wyatt Road, and the van can serve a wake on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Main roads around Cutteslowe include the A4165, which makes travel to your wake easy. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Sunnymead (1 mile south), Summertown (1 mile south), North Oxford (1 mile south), Wolvercote (1 mile west) and Godstow (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (3 miles south-east), Didcot (12 miles south), Bicester (9 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles south), Witney (10 miles west) and Carterton (14 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Acland Hospital (2 miles south) and Oxford University Museum of Natural History (2.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Headington Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
- Schools near Cutteslowe include Summer Fields School (0.8 miles south) and Oxford Academy (1.1 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Plough pub (0.8 miles south-west)
- Local facilities include St Hugh's College Main Building Including Library (1.6 miles south)
About our funeral and wake catering in Cutteslowe
Someone else can make the booking for you, so you have one less thing to do. Popular choices include cod and chips, haddock and chips and gravy, and we are frequently booked for wakes at home and wakes at venues.
In Cutteslowe, the hall or the family home is a natural choice. Let us know where the van can go. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Where
- Cutteslowe (OX2)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
What the van needs
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Organising for someone else?
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
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What happens on the day
The first sign we have arrived is typically the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. In summer, a wake in Cutteslowe has light until about 9:25pm, but in December it is dark by about 3:55pm.
- We start with a few details about your wake.
- You get an availability check and a clear 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.
Before we arrive
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Give us a contact for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Who books funeral and wake catering in Cutteslowe?
There is no kitchen work for anyone.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Wakes at home
- Life celebrations
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the nearest station is Oxford Parkway station, about 1 mile north.
Comparing caterers
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- VAT, if it applies
- When payment is due
- How many hours the van serves
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Numbers
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Your choice of menu
- Parking and the way in
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the van would park
- Anything awkward about the way in
Each quote is put together for your wake. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
Common questions in Cutteslowe
Could you trade in Oxford University Parks?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
How far is Cutteslowe from London?
Roughly 54 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Normally, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
What happens if it rains?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Yes, many families prefer that.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
Sandwiches are traditional at wakes. A hot meal can be more comforting. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why Cutteslowe hosts choose us
- Quick service from the hatch
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A quote that spells everything out
- Rain does not stop the fryers
See our pricing or the cost guide.
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It’s battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Looking after everyone
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Ask your funeral director to help estimate numbers
- Choose a friend to be our contact
- Have chairs for those who need them
- Let us know of any allergies
We serve when people are ready, not to a rigid schedule.
A quiet room away from the crowd is a kindness.
- 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