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Funeral and wake catering in East Hill, Kent
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: fish and chips for the wake in East Hill and the surrounding area.
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Remembrance gatherings
- Memorial gatherings
A chip van near East Hill
Space, access and the venue
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. The main points are:
- A spot near your guests
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in East Hill
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Funeral and wake catering in East Hill, fried fresh
Fish and chips is informal, which suits a gathering where people mingle. Whether it is scattering of ashes gatherings and village hall wakes, we’ll put together a menu of pie and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips and more.
Near East Hill, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Build in time for delays
- Cater for a few more than you expect
We serve when people are ready.
Photos or a memory book give people something to share.
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in East Hill
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Is East Hill too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in East Hill?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your wake and we’ll send a quote.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Arranging a wake in East Hill
East Hill is about 5 miles north-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Across the TN15 area, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. East Hill is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for London, about 18 miles away.
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the nearest station is Shoreham (Kent) station, about 2.1 miles west. East Hill is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
We take the van to wakes all over TN15. Streets in the area include Cherry Tree Grove, Ashen Grove Road and East Hill Road, and the van can serve a wake on any of them with a suitable parking spot. We also bring the van to wakes in Knatts Valley (1 mile south-east), Romney Street (1 mile south-west), West Kingsdown (1 mile north-east), Maplescombe (1 mile north) and Woodlands (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles east), Dartford (7 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (10 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Sevenoaks Hospital (4 miles south-west) and Otford Heritage Centre (2.8 miles south-west).
Occasions we serve in East Hill
Nothing is wasted on an uncertain number of guests.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Gatherings after the committal
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Wakes at home
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of Saint Mary the Virgin, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Comparing caterers
- The deadline for final numbers
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payment is due
- How much space the van takes up
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, park on the agreed spot, and get on with frying and serving. A wake in East Hill in late autumn or winter may run into the dark, with sunset about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for family and friends.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Related guides
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Places near East Hill
More for events in East Hill
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Making food yourself for a wake is a lot to take on. A van takes that off your hands. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Why book with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Bookings across Kent, including East Hill
What affects the price in East Hill
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The date and time of year
- Distance and any road charges
- The minimum booking
- The length of service
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Where the van would park
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where the event is
- Dietary needs, with numbers
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
- 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