Kent · England
Funeral and wake catering in Harbourland, Kent
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: fish and chips for the wake in Harbourland and the surrounding area.
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Memorial gatherings
- Gatherings after the committal
Funeral and wake catering in Harbourland
About our funeral and wake catering in Harbourland
A wake needs warm, simple food. Fish and chips is familiar and comforting. Whether it’s gatherings after the committal and gatherings at home after a funeral, we can cook sausage and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas and more.
In a small place like Harbourland, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Harbourland: halls, homes and travel
Harbourland is about 2 miles north of Maidstone, in Kent. For wakes in Harbourland, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Harbourland. We take the van to 922 places across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 23 miles away.
For a service at a church like St Paul's Church, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests. Harbourland is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Here we cover the ME14 postcode area, and we can serve your wake anywhere in it. If your venue is just outside Harbourland, we also cover Penenden Heath (1 mile south), Foley Park (1 mile south), Grove Green (1 mile south-east), Ringlestone (1 mile west) and Sandling (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Sittingbourne (9 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles west), Gravesend (12 miles north-west), Tonbridge (13 miles south-west), Faversham (15 miles east) and Northfleet (13 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find KIMS hospital (0.9 miles south-east) and Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum (1.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Harbourland includes Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
- Local schools include Valley Park School (1.2 miles south)
- Local pubs include The King's Arms (0.7 miles north)
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For warm food after a funeral, fish and chips from a van works well in Harbourland. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why Harbourland hosts choose us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- No surprises in your quote
- Bookings across Kent, including Harbourland
- Classic food your guests already know
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Distance and any road charges
- How many people are eating
- Your choice of menu
- How long we serve
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Nearby places to Harbourland
What else we do in Harbourland
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, park the van and get the fryers going. Guests generally gather round the hatch as soon as we open. A wake in Harbourland in late autumn or winter may run into the dark, with sunset about 7:00pm in late September and 3:50pm in December.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Give us a contact for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or ME14 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Allow for the service running over
- Plan seating for older guests
- Let us know of any allergies
A friend or the funeral director can be our contact.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
For planners, venues and organisers
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 can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Harbourland questions
What’s the nearest station to Harbourland?
Maidstone East station, about 1.3 miles south-west of the centre.
Can you serve after a service at St Paul's Church?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
How quickly can you come?
Ask as soon as you have the date. We will tell you right away whether we are available.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Yes, many families prefer that.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
What if timings change?
We allow for it. We’ll agree a serving time and stay flexible.
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. These are the things we check:
- A short walk from the party
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- 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