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Funeral and wake catering in Finberry, Kent
Funeral and wake catering in Finberry: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
A chip van near Finberry
Funeral and wake catering in Finberry, fried fresh
We serve wakes at homes, halls, clubs and venues. We serve mushy peas, cod and chips and gravy, and we’re regularly asked to cater scattering of ashes gatherings and wakes at church halls and clubs.
For a wake near Finberry, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well, with the van in the yard or car park. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Wakes in Finberry: venues and practical details
Finberry is about 2 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. For wakes in Finberry, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Finberry. Finberry is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Ashford International station, about 2 miles north-west, is the nearest station. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Finberry, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Anywhere in TN25, we can bring the van to you. From Swift Avenue, Harrier Drive and Nuthatch Drive or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Close by, we cover wakes in Cheeseman's Green (1 mile south), South Willesborough (1 mile north), Park Farm (1 mile west), Newtown (1 mile north-west) and Kingsnorth (1 mile west). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (14 miles north), Hythe (9 miles east), Davington (14 miles north) and Preston (13 miles north).
A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (1.9 miles north-east) and Ashford Designer Outlet (1.5 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Hatch Park.
- Nearby schools include John Wallis Academy (1.8 miles north-west)
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Choose a friend to be our contact
- Build in time for delays
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Ask the venue about the van
We park quietly before guests return from the service.
Have napkins and bins ready.
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What else we do in Finberry
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A spot near your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Sandwiches are traditional at wakes. Hot food can be more welcome. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why Finberry hosts choose us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Events in Finberry and across Kent
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
How the day works
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Summer evenings in Finberry stay light until about 9:15pm, but in December it is dark by about 3:50pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
How to prepare
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your wake in Finberry, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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FAQs for Finberry
Do you come out to small places like Finberry?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Finberry from London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We will talk it through when we quote.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Occasions we serve in Finberry
There’s little waste, because food is cooked to order.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Finberry and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Remembrance gatherings
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Pub wakes
After a service at Church of St Mary, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- The cancellation terms
- Whether travel is included
- A clear list of what’s included
Working with your venue
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
- 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