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Funeral and Wake Catering in Great Mongeham
We bring fish and chips for the wake across Great Mongeham and Kent, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Memorial gatherings
- A tribute meal
A chip van near Great Mongeham
Funeral and wake catering in Great Mongeham, fried fresh
The wake can be at home, at a village hall or club, or at a venue with space outside. Popular choices include sausage and chips, gravy and cod and chips, and we’re frequently booked for wakes at home and small family memorials.
Near Great Mongeham, wakes are frequently 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, with no surprises on the day.
Before you choose a spot
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Great Mongeham
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
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A closer look at the menu
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Allergies and dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
- Allow a little extra
A friend or the funeral director can be our contact.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Wakes in Great Mongeham: venues and practical details
Great Mongeham is about 1 mile west of Deal, in Kent. We take fish and chips for the wake to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Great Mongeham and nearby villages. Great Mongeham is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Great Mongeham to Canterbury (about 13 miles away).
If relatives are coming by rail, Walmer station, about 1.2 miles south-east, is the nearest station. Great Mongeham is within about 2 miles of the sea.
Anywhere in CT14, we can fry fresh for your guests. Streets in the area include Church Path, Northbourne Road and Mongeham Road, and the van can serve a wake on any of them with a suitable parking spot. For wakes just outside Great Mongeham, we cover Mill Hill (1 mile east), Sholden Meadows (1 mile north-east), Sholden (1 mile north-east), Ripple (1 mile south) and Northbourne (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (13 miles west), Margate (12 miles north), Dover (6 miles south-west), Folkestone (12 miles south-west), Ramsgate (9 miles north) and Broadstairs (11 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Deal Castle (1.9 miles east) and Kent Museum of the Moving Image (1.8 miles east). The countryside around Great Mongeham includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Local schools include Castle Community College (1.4 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Mill Inn (1 mile east)
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.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Great Mongeham: your questions answered
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind doesn’t affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
How far is Great Mongeham from London?
Roughly 66 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you come to Great Mongeham?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Great Mongeham is within our area. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
What do you bring?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Can you be flexible on the day?
We plan for delays. We’ll work to your contact on the day.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Is grass a problem?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Should I sort the food myself?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the wake.
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Great Mongeham?
It needs no kitchen at the hall or home.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Wakes at venues
- Family meals after the service
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Life celebrations
After a service at Church of St Martin, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- Whether travel is included
- Whether VAT is included
How it works
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we’ll adjust start times and pace. In autumn and winter, it’s dark early in Great Mongeham; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- 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.
- 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.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Make sure the van can get in
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The menu and how many choices
- The minimum booking
- The length of service
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
What we need to know
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The venue or postcode
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Expected numbers
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, use 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