Oxfordshire · England
Funeral and wake catering in Fritwell, Oxfordshire
Fried to order and served hot: fish and chips for the wake in Fritwell and the surrounding area.
- A tribute meal
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Memorial gatherings
Fresh fish and chips in Fritwell
Fritwell questions
What’s the nearest station to Fritwell?
The closest is Heyford station, roughly 4 miles away.
How far is Fritwell from London?
About 58 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you serve wakes at home?
Yes, with a suitable spot for the van.
What if we don’t know numbers?
A rough estimate is enough to start. Your funeral director can help.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Fritwell?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Of course. We are happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
About our funeral and wake catering in Fritwell
We work quietly and simply. We arrive at the agreed time, park discreetly and serve when you’re ready. Whether it’s memorial events and anniversaries and gatherings at home after a funeral, we can cook pie and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips for your guests.
In rural Fritwell, home or the hall is usual, with the van in the yard or car park. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your wake, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
- Area
- Fritwell (OX27)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Wake catering near Fritwell
Fritwell is about 5 miles north-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in OX27, we can fry fresh for your guests. Fritwell is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 14 miles away.
For a service at a church like Church of St Olave, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
We serve wakes across the OX27 postcode area and the streets around it. From East Street, Fewcott Road and Hodgson Close or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. Nearby, we also serve wakes in Fewcott (1 mile south-east), Souldern (1 mile north), Ardley (1 mile south-east), Somerton (2 miles west) and Upper Heyford (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Oxford (14 miles south), Banbury (9 miles north-west), Bicester (5 miles south-east), Kidlington (10 miles south), Headington Quarry (14 miles south) and Bure Park (5 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Ardley Castle (1.4 miles south-east) and Bicester Community Hospital (5.4 miles south-east).
- Nearby, you will find George and Dragon pub (less than half a mile north-east)
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
A pub or venue may cater a wake themselves. A van works where they do not, or at home. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Why book with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Allow for the service running over
- Ask the venue about the van
- Plan seating for older guests
- Plan for a few extra people
We arrive in good time and park discreetly before guests return from the service.
Tea and coffee from the hall’s urn, or a friend’s tea table, goes well alongside.
What else we do in Fritwell
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the wake.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
What the van needs
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Fritwell
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
What happens on the day
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. In Fritwell, it’s dark by about 7:10pm in late September and 3:55pm in December, so a lit path to the van is a kindness to older guests.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Let us know the serving time
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or OX27 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. Just use our quote form.
Related guides
Perfect for your wake in Fritwell
Families choose fish and chips because it’s comforting and familiar.
These are some of the bookings we take in Fritwell and Oxfordshire:
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- A wake at the family home
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Heyford station is about 4 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- Whether there is a minimum
- Whether travel is included
- If the price includes VAT
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
What affects the price in Fritwell
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- The day of the week
- Your choice of menu
- The number of meals
- Whether a minimum applies
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What we need to know
The more we know about your wake, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Your date and serving time
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
- 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