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Funeral and Wake Catering in Hazel Street
We bring fish and chips for the wake across Hazel Street and Kent, cooking to order on site.
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- A wake at the family home
Planning an event in Hazel Street?
About our funeral and wake catering in Hazel Street
Some families choose it because it was a loved one’s favourite. Whether it is life celebrations and anniversary memorials, we can cook cod and chips, pie and chips and mushy peas.
For a wake near Hazel Street, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well, with the van in the yard or car park. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Hazel Street?
It works for everyone, from children to older relatives.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Hazel Street book the van for occasions like:
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Margaret, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Before booking anyone
- The deposit and payment dates
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Whether travel is included
- VAT, if it applies
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Nearby places to Hazel Street
Also in Hazel Street
Wake catering near Hazel Street
Hazel Street is about 7 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Hazel Street and nearby villages. Hazel Street is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Hazel Street to Canterbury (about 30 miles away).
For family travelling by train, Paddock Wood station, about 3.9 miles north, is the nearest station. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Hazel Street; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
We serve wakes across TN12 and the streets around it. Whether your wake is on Lamberhurst Road and Spelmonden Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Nearby, we also serve wakes in Horsmonden (1 mile north-east), Smallbridge (1 mile south-east), Capel Cross (1 mile east), Broad Ford (1 mile east) and Palmer's Green (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles west), Tonbridge (8 miles north-west), Kings Hill (10 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Old Scotney Castle (2.7 miles south) and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (5.1 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Bewl Water.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Gun And Spitroast Public House And Rear Courtyard (0.6 miles north-east)
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Cod, haddock or both
- The length of service
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access and parking
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where you’d like the van to go
Each quote is put together for your wake. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
FAQs for Hazel Street
Is Hazel Street close to London?
About 34 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Hazel Street?
Paddock Wood station, about 3.9 miles north of the centre.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can you come to the house?
Yes, with a suitable spot for the van.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
Wakes are frequently arranged quickly, so ask and we’ll reply quickly.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
About the food
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
How it works
Your timings come first. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it is needed. In Hazel Street, it’s dark by about 7:00pm in late September and 3:55pm in December, so a lit path to the van is a kindness to older guests.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for family and friends.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Have a level parking spot ready
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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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 will work through them with you.
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.
Space, access and the venue
If a spot isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you. The main points are:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Flat, firm ground for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Why choose a fish and chip van in Hazel Street?
A pub or venue may cater a wake themselves. A van works at home or at a hall. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
Why us?
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No surprises in your quote
- Events in Hazel Street and across Kent
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
- 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