Kent · England
Funeral and wake catering in Dunkirk, Kent
We bring fish and chips for the wake to Dunkirk and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
Funeral and wake catering for Dunkirk events
About our funeral and wake catering in Dunkirk
Someone else can make the booking for you, so you have one less thing to do. Whether it is memorial events and anniversaries and scattering of ashes gatherings, we will put together a menu of pie and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas.
In rural Dunkirk, home or the hall is usual. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
A chip van compared with other options
For a simple, comforting meal at a wake, a chip van is a gentle choice in Dunkirk. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- No kitchen needed
- Events in Dunkirk and across Kent
- All the chip-shop extras
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Wakes in Dunkirk: venues and practical details
Dunkirk is about 4 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. We serve wakes at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Dunkirk and the surrounding area. Dunkirk is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van.
For family travelling by train, Selling station, about 1.9 miles south-west, is the nearest station. Dunkirk is within about 8 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural. Dunkirk is within about 6 miles of the sea.
Wakes anywhere in ME13 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. From London Road and Courtenay Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Boughton under Blean (1 mile west), Winterbourne (1 mile south-west), Hickmans Green (1 mile west), Oversland (1 mile south-west) and South Street (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Ashford (12 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (11 miles west), Whitstable (5 miles north-east), Faversham (4 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (9 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Chilham Castle (3.5 miles south) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (4.4 miles east). The countryside around Dunkirk includes Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Local pubs include The Red Lion pub (0.5 miles east)
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Dunkirk
Is Dunkirk close to London?
Roughly 48 miles from the centre of London.
What’s the nearest station to Dunkirk?
Selling station, about 1.9 miles south-west of the centre.
Can the wake be at home?
Yes, with a suitable spot for the van.
How much space do you need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
What if the service runs late?
We plan for delays. We’ll agree a serving time and stay flexible.
How do we estimate numbers?
Start with a rough number, and we’ll plan with a little extra.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Check the hall has an urn
- Keep the serving time flexible
- Ask the venue about the van
We start when you give the word, not to a rigid schedule.
A table of photos helps people talk.
Occasions we serve in Dunkirk
There is no kitchen work for anyone.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Anniversary memorials
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- A tribute meal
After a service at Christ Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
What to look for in a quote
- How allergens are handled
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any minimum charge
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
How it works
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. Late-December sunset in Dunkirk is about 3:50pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. In summer, there’s daylight until about 9:15pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Name one person we can call on the day
Getting a price
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Dunkirk? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and it’s a favourite with children.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
These are the factors that matter most:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Distance and any road charges
- Your choice of menu
- Numbers
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where the van would park
- Your date and serving time
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The address or venue name
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A spot near your guests
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- 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