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Funeral and Wake Catering for Fairbourne Heath events
Looking for fish and chips for the wake in Fairbourne Heath? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Memorial gatherings
Fresh fish and chips in Fairbourne Heath
How our funeral and wake catering works in Fairbourne Heath
Food is fried to order, so it’s hot when people arrive. Popular choices include cod and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater gatherings after the committal and remembering a loved one’s favourite food.
For a wake near Fairbourne Heath, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The day of the week
- The length of service
- Cod, haddock or both
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of the space and the way in
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Places near Fairbourne Heath
Other occasions in Fairbourne Heath
Wake catering near Fairbourne Heath
Fairbourne Heath is about 7 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. For wakes in Fairbourne Heath, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We serve 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 19 miles away.
Families holding a service at All Saints Church often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park. Fairbourne Heath is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
Wherever your wake is in ME17, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Lenham Road and Windmill Hill; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Other places close to Fairbourne Heath we cover include Liverton Street (1 mile east), Ulcombe (1 mile south-west), Platt's Heath (1 mile east), Pollhill (1 mile north) and Grafty Green (1 mile south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (7 miles north-west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Minster (15 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Coldbridge Castle (2.2 miles south-east) and The Dog Collar Museum (2.2 miles north-west).
- Local schools include The Lenham School (2.4 miles north-east)
FAQs for Fairbourne Heath
How far is Fairbourne Heath from London?
About 38 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
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.
Do you cover Fairbourne Heath?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Fairbourne Heath and across Kent. Send us your date to check availability.
Is grass a problem?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Is short notice a problem?
Ask as soon as you have the date. We will let you know quickly.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Occasions we serve in Fairbourne Heath
Nothing is wasted on an uncertain number of guests.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Fairbourne Heath book the van for occasions like:
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Life celebrations
- Small family memorials
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
If relatives are coming by rail, the closest railway station is Harrietsham station, roughly 1.6 miles north of the centre.
Before you book anyone
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The deposit and payment dates
- How much space the van takes up
- What the price includes, item by item
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A short walk from the party
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Compared with a buffet, fish and chips is hot and simple, which helps when numbers are hard to predict. The cost per head typically 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 you get with us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Quick service from the hatch
- All the chip-shop extras
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Working with your venue
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your wake. We handle the cooking and serving. Sunset in Fairbourne Heath is about 7:00pm in late September and about 3:50pm in December; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Give us a contact for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Share the timings for the day
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
- 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