Isle of Wight · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for Great Thorness events
Planning fish and chips for the wake in Great Thorness? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- A wake at the family home
- Gatherings after the committal
- Small family memorials
Funeral and wake catering in Great Thorness
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Great Thorness
Sometimes fish and chips was the favourite meal of the person being remembered, which makes it a fitting tribute. Popular choices include pie and chips, haddock and chips and gravy, and we’re regularly asked to cater celebrations of life and memorial events and anniversaries.
In rural Great Thorness, home or the hall is usual. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
- Where
- Great Thorness (PO31)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Working with your venue
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
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.
Places near Great Thorness
Other occasions in Great Thorness
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A short walk from the party
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
For somewhere as remote as Great Thorness, early notice helps us plan the trip.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
What happens on the day
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your wake in Great Thorness. In autumn and winter, it is dark early in Great Thorness; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Getting a price
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. 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.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Any minimum charge
- Your choice of menu
- The day of the week
- Distance and any road charges
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What we need to know
The more we know about your wake, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Expected numbers
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Events we cater in Great Thorness
There’s little waste, because food is cooked to order.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Wakes at home
- Remembrance gatherings
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- The deadline for final numbers
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- How much space the van takes up
Great Thorness: halls, homes and travel
Great Thorness is about 3 miles south-west of Cowes, in the Isle of Wight. Wherever your wake is in the PO31 area, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. We cover 125 places in the Isle of Wight. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 13 miles away.
The coast is within about 4 miles of Great Thorness.
We serve wakes across PO31 and the streets around it. Other places close to Great Thorness we cover include Porchfield (1 mile south-west), Locksgreen (1 mile south-west), Rew Street (2 miles north-east), Newtown (2 miles south-west) and Northwood (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Newport (3 miles south-east), Ryde (9 miles east), Cowes (3 miles north-east), Sandown (10 miles south-east), Shanklin (10 miles south-east) and Ventnor (11 miles south-east). If your wake is somewhere remote, tell us early so we can plan the journey.
A little further out are Carisbrooke Castle (3.5 miles south-east) and St Mary's Hospital (2.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Great Thorness includes Mill Hill.
- Nearby, you will find Sportsman's Rest pub (0.9 miles south-west)
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Great Thorness
Do you come out to small places like Great Thorness?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What about events near the coast?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
Is short notice a problem?
Get in touch as soon as you can. We will tell you right away whether we’re available.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Name a contact for the day who is not close family
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Plan for a few extra people
- Check the hall has an urn
Remember the journey from the service when choosing a serving time.
A favourite cake can be a lovely touch.
- 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