Hampshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for Headbourne Worthy events
Fried to order and served hot: fish and chips for the wake in Headbourne Worthy and the surrounding area.
- Family meals after the service
- Celebrations of life
- Village hall wakes
Book the van in Headbourne Worthy
Events we cater in Headbourne Worthy
It takes one job off a very long list at a difficult time.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- A tribute meal
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
Relatives arriving by train should know that Winchester station is about 1.8 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and deposit
- How much space the van takes up
- Allergen information for each item
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
How our funeral and wake catering works in Headbourne Worthy
Sometimes fish and chips was the favourite meal of the person being remembered, which makes it a fitting tribute. Whether it’s a wake at the family home and gatherings after scattering ashes, we will put together a menu of gravy, sausage and chips and cod and chips and more.
Near Headbourne Worthy, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
Towns and villages near Headbourne Worthy
What else we do in Headbourne Worthy
Space, access and the venue
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Headbourne Worthy
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
How the day works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we have agreed, and get on with frying and serving. Sunset in Headbourne Worthy is about 7:10pm in late September and about 4:00pm in December; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
How to prepare
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Tell us when you want to eat
How to get a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Arranging a wake in Headbourne Worthy
Headbourne Worthy is about 2 miles north of Winchester, in Hampshire. Whether your wake is in the middle of Headbourne Worthy or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We take the van to 683 places across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 13 miles away.
Families holding a service at Church of St Mary often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
We take the van to wakes all over SO23. We can serve a wake on streets such as London Road, Whiteway Close and The Dell or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Abbotts Barton (1 mile south), Harestock (1 mile south-west), Hyde (2 miles south), Weeke (2 miles south-west) and Littleton (2 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (15 miles north-east), Eastleigh (9 miles south), Andover (11 miles north-west), Totton (15 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south-west) and Alton (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Royal Observer Corps Museum (1.1 miles south) and Winchester Castle (2.1 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Twyford Down and Winnall Moors.
- Local schools include Henry Beaufort School (1.3 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Cart And Horses Public House (within half a mile east)
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask the venue about the van
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
- Name a contact for the day who isn’t close family
When everyone has eaten, we pack up quietly.
A favourite cake can be a lovely touch.
Should I sort the food myself?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
A chip van compared with other options
Compared with a buffet, fish and chips is hot and simple, and there’s less waste when numbers are uncertain. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why us?
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Questions from Headbourne Worthy
Which station is closest to Headbourne Worthy?
Winchester station, about 1.8 miles south-west of the centre.
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Mary: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
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.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes, many families prefer that.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
How many people should we cater for?
A rough estimate is enough to start. Your funeral director can help.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How long we serve
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A photo of the parking spot
- Dietary needs, with numbers
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. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
- 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