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Funeral and Wake Catering in Havenstreet
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book fish and chips for the wake in Havenstreet.
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Memorial gatherings
- Anniversary memorials
A chip van near Havenstreet
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Havenstreet?
For some families, it was a favourite meal.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Havenstreet book the van for occasions like:
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- A wake at the family home
- Gatherings after the committal
- Wakes at venues
For a service at a church like St. Peter's Church, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
What your quote should include
- Whether there’s a minimum
- A clear list of what’s included
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The van’s size and access needs
About our funeral and wake catering in Havenstreet
We understand that timings on the day can move, so we stay flexible. For remembrance gatherings and gatherings after scattering ashes, we can cook gravy, haddock and chips and cod and chips.
Near Havenstreet, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Location
- Havenstreet (PO33)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Also near Havenstreet
Other occasions in Havenstreet
A chip van compared with other options
Sandwiches are traditional at wakes. Hot food can be more welcome. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
What you get with us
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Events in Havenstreet and across the Isle of Wight
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
See our prices page or the cost guide.
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Check the hall has an urn
- Build in time for delays
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Name a contact for the day who isn’t close family
We park quietly.
Photos or a memory book give people something to share.
What affects the price in Havenstreet
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- The day of the week
- Parking and the way in
- Distance and any road charges
- The length of service
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Roughly how many people, including children
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where the event is
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
How it works
We need a level, firm place to park the van, close to where people will eat, which we agree with you beforehand. In autumn and winter, it’s dark early in Havenstreet; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- 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.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the van can get in
- Let us know the serving time
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A short walk from the party
For somewhere as remote as Havenstreet, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
Arranging a wake in Havenstreet
Havenstreet is about 2 miles south-west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. People in Havenstreet book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Havenstreet is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 17 miles away.
For family travelling by train, Smallbrook Junction station is about 2.2 miles away. The coast is within about 3 miles of Havenstreet.
For wakes in PO33, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. Local streets include Church Road, Elizabeth Gardens and Church Lane; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. For wakes just outside Havenstreet, we cover Fishbourne (1 mile north), Wootton (2 miles north-west), Hillgrove (2 miles west), Staplers (3 miles west) and Fairlee (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Newport (4 miles west), Cowes (6 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles south-east), Shanklin (6 miles south), Ventnor (8 miles south) and East Cowes (5 miles north-west). For a wake at a remote spot, let us know early and we will plan the trip.
Nearby you will also find The Donald Mcgill Museum (2.4 miles north-east) and Sandown Castle (4.4 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brading Down.
- Local pubs include White Hart Inn (under half a mile west)
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Havenstreet
We are gathering after a service at St. Peter's Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Is Havenstreet too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Yes. We are happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
What if we do not know numbers?
A rough estimate is enough to start. Funeral directors can advise from experience.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Can the van come to Havenstreet?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Havenstreet and across the Isle of Wight. Send us your date to check availability.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
- 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