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Funeral and wake catering in Hawthorn, Kent
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Funeral and wake catering in Hawthorn.
- A tribute meal
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- A wake at the family home
Funeral and wake catering for Hawthorn events
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Making food yourself for a wake is a lot to take on. We do the cooking. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Why us?
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Quick service from the hatch
- A quote that spells everything out
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Funeral and wake catering in Hawthorn, cooked to order
Food is fried to order, so it’s hot when people arrive, after a long, cold day. We serve gravy, mushy peas and cod and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater memorial events and anniversaries and scattering of ashes gatherings.
For a wake near Hawthorn, a farmhouse or village hall often works well. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
FAQs for Hawthorn
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Mary the Virgin?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is generally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Is Hawthorn too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
What if timings change?
We allow for it. We will work to your contact on the day.
What’s on the menu?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Perfect for your wake in Hawthorn
It suits all ages, from children to older relatives.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- A tribute meal
- Pub wakes
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
If relatives are coming by rail, Herne Bay station, about 2.4 miles west, is the nearest station.
Comparing caterers
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The cancellation terms
- The deposit and payment dates
- How much space the van takes up
Hawthorn: halls, homes and travel
Hawthorn is about 2 miles east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Hawthorn is well within our area, so your wake just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We serve 922 places in Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 7 miles away.
Families holding a service at Church of St Mary the Virgin often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park. Hawthorn is on or near the A299, handy for relatives driving in. The coast is within about 3 miles of Hawthorn, and for many families fish and chips brings back memories of the seaside.
Wakes anywhere in CT6 and CT3 start with a parking spot for the van. From Campion Avenue, Sweechbridge Road and Heart in Hand Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Hawthorn is on the A299, which makes the journey straightforward. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Hillborough (1 mile north-west), Highstead (1 mile south), Bishopstone (1 mile north), Broomfield (1 mile west) and Beltinge (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (7 miles south-west), Margate (9 miles east), Ramsgate (10 miles east), Broadstairs (11 miles east), Whitstable (6 miles west) and Deal (14 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (5.4 miles west). Within reach you’ll find West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Huntsman And Horn Public House (0.8 miles west)
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Allow for the service running over
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
Ensure older relatives can sit to eat.
Have napkins and bins ready.
Step by step
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. Sunset in Hawthorn is about 7:00pm in late September and about 3:50pm in December; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- We start with a few details about your wake.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- 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.
Preparing for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Let us know the serving time
- Plan where the queue will stand
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your wake. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
For planners, venues and organisers
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
If you’re 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 can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- The number of meals
- Any minimum charge
- The date and time of year
- How far we travel
Larger groups normally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and time of the event
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your wake, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A short walk from the party
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
Nearby places to Hawthorn
More for events in Hawthorn
- 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