Hampshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for Haslar events
Funeral and wake catering in Haslar: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Life celebrations
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Memorial events and anniversaries
Funeral and wake catering in Haslar
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Haslar
Someone else can make the booking for you, so you have one less thing to do. We are frequently asked to cater gatherings after the committal and gatherings at home after a funeral, serving haddock and chips, gravy and pie and chips.
In rural Haslar, home or the hall is usual, with the van in the yard or car park. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Wake catering near Haslar
Haslar is about 2 miles south-east of Gosport, in Hampshire. We take fish and chips for the wake to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Haslar and the surrounding area. Haslar is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Haslar to Southampton (15 miles away).
A club or hall near Haslar gives space for everyone and parking for the van, with the van in the car park. Relatives arriving by train should know that Portsmouth Harbour station is about 1.5 miles away. Haslar is within about 2 miles of the sea, and for many families fish and chips brings back memories of the seaside.
For wakes in PO12, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Local streets include Froude Road, Military Road and Monckton Road; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. If your venue is just outside Haslar, we also cover Clayhall (1 mile north-west), Alverstoke (1 mile west), Portsmouth Point (1 mile north-east), Privett (2 miles north-west) and Portsea (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Havant (8 miles north-east), Fareham (6 miles north-west), Horndean (10 miles north-east), Hedge End (12 miles north-west), Waterlooville (8 miles north-east) and Purbrook (7 miles north-east).
A little further out are Southsea (1.6 miles east) and Southsea Castle (1.8 miles east). Within reach you will find West of the River Alver.
- Schools near Haslar include St Vincent College (1.4 miles north) and Bay House School (1.6 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find The Fighting Cocks pub (less than half a mile north-west)
Towns and villages near Haslar
Other occasions in Haslar
Takeaway run or book a van?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
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. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
For event organisers in Haslar
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Space, access and the venue
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Haslar
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Haslar
How far is Haslar from London?
Roughly 67 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you serve near the sea around Haslar?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
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.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Do you come to Haslar?
Yes, we do. Haslar is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A formal meal does not always suit. Fish and chips lets people mingle. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
Why book our van in Haslar
- No kitchen needed
- Quick service from the hatch
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Haslar
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
Occasions we serve in Haslar
Families choose fish and chips because it is comforting and familiar.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Haslar:
- Remembrance gatherings
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Wakes at home
- Pub wakes
Families holding a service at St Francis frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
Questions to ask before booking
- Any minimum charge
- The cancellation terms
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Whether VAT is included
The process
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Summer evenings in Haslar stay light until about 9:20pm, but in December it’s dark by about 4:00pm.
- We start with a few details about your wake.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for family and friends.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Related guides
How we price fish and chips for the wake
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Any minimum charge
- The number of meals
- How far we travel
- Service time
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A picture of the parking spot
- Where the van would park
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It’s battered and fried to order.
- 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