Hampshire · England
Funeral and wake catering in Fox, Hampshire
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, fish and chips for the wake makes the food a highlight of your wake in Fox.
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- A tribute meal
- Small family memorials
Funeral and wake catering for Fox events
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Fox
We keep it calm and simple. We park discreetly and serve when people are ready. Popular choices include pie and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas, and we are regularly asked to cater anniversary memorials and a favourite meal in someone’s memory.
In a small place like Fox, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Working with your venue
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
More for events in Fox
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Fox
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Which station is closest to Fox?
The closest is Grateley station, roughly 2.1 miles away.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Takeaway run or book a van?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Fox: halls, homes and travel
Fox is about 5 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Whether your wake is in the middle of Fox or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Fox is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 21 miles away.
Relatives arriving by train should know that Grateley station, about 2.1 miles south-west, is the nearest station.
Anywhere in SP11, we can fry fresh for your guests. For wakes just outside Fox, we cover Amport (1 mile north-east), Monxton (1 mile north-east), Abbotts Ann (2 miles east), Kentsboro (2 miles south) and Little Ann (3 miles east). Further out, we also take the van to Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (5 miles east), Romsey (14 miles south), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles north-west) and Weeke (14 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.2 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Mill Lake and Anton Lakes.
Space, access and the venue
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Let someone else talk to us on the day
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
- Build in time for delays
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
Remember the journey from the service when choosing a serving time.
Have napkins and bins ready.
What a fish and chip van costs
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Cod, haddock or both
- Distance and any road charges
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How long we serve
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and serving time
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Roughly how many people, including children
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your wake in Fox, and we will check the date and send a price.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A sit-down meal can feel formal. A van keeps it relaxed. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- No surprises in your quote
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, park the van and get the fryers going. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts. In Fox, it’s dark by about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for family and friends.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your wake, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
Read more
- 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