Oxfordshire · England
Funeral and wake catering in East Hendred, Oxfordshire
We bring fish and chips for the wake to East Hendred and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Gatherings after the committal
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Anniversary memorials
Planning an event in East Hendred?
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Compared with a buffet, fish and chips is hot and simple, and there is less waste when numbers are uncertain. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We’ll send you a quote.
Why East Hendred hosts choose us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A clear quote before booking
See our prices page and the cost guide.
How our funeral and wake catering works in East Hendred
Some families choose it because it was a loved one’s favourite, which makes it a fitting tribute. Typical bookings include gatherings at home after a funeral and a favourite meal in someone’s memory, with mushy peas, sausage and chips and pie and chips.
For a wake near East Hendred, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the van in the yard or car park. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- East Hendred (OX12)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
East Hendred: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to East Hendred?
The closest is Didcot Parkway station, roughly 4.2 miles away.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Augustine of Canterbury?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Can someone else arrange it?
Yes. We are happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
For planners, venues and organisers
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Nearby places to East Hendred
More for events in East Hendred
Wakes in East Hendred: venues and practical details
East Hendred is about 4 miles east of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Whether your wake is in the middle of East Hendred or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We serve all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 12 miles away.
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Augustine of Canterbury, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of East Hendred; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
We take the van to wakes all over OX12. We can serve a wake on streets such as Chapel Square, High Street and Old Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Other places close to East Hendred we cover include West Hendred (1 mile west), Rowstock (1 mile east), Ardington (2 miles west), East Lockinge (2 miles south-west) and West Ilsley (4 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Oxford (12 miles north-east), Didcot (4 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles north-east), Witney (15 miles north-west), Wantage (4 miles west) and Grove (4 miles west).
A little further out are Atlas Computer Laboratory (1.8 miles south-east) and Abingdon Community Hospital (5.2 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Mowbray Fields and Chain Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Wheatsheaf Public House (less than half a mile south-east)
Step by step
The first sign we’ve arrived is usually the smell. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. Late-December sunset in East Hendred is about 4:00pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. In summer, there’s daylight until about 9:25pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for family and friends.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Share the timings for the day
Get a quote
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, use our quote form.
Planning help
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
What a fish and chip van costs
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- How easy the site is to reach
- The date and time of year
- Numbers
- Whether a minimum applies
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
The more we know about your wake, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A picture of the parking spot
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
Send us the date, the address or OX12 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. To get started, use our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Let someone else talk to us on the day
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Build in time for delays
Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground when choosing a serving time.
A favourite cake can be a lovely touch.
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- 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