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Funeral and Wake Catering in Headington
Funeral and wake catering in Headington: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Anniversary memorials
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Wakes at home
Planning an event in Headington?
What comes out of the fryer
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Funeral and wake catering in Headington, fried fresh
Sometimes fish and chips was the favourite meal of the person being remembered, which makes it a fitting tribute. For wakes at church halls and clubs and a tribute meal, we can cook gravy, haddock and chips and pie and chips for your guests.
For a wake in a place like Headington, the village hall is frequently the heart of it. Everything is fried fresh at your wake, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
- Area
- Headington (OX3)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- How many people are eating
- The date and time of year
- Service time
- Whether a minimum applies
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The address or venue name
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Headington?
Next to a buffet, a van gives everyone a hot meal, and there’s less waste when numbers are uncertain. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Events in Headington and across Oxfordshire
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- All the chip-shop extras
- Rain does not stop the fryers
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
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 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.
How it works
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Sunset in Headington is about 7:10pm in late September and about 3:55pm in December; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- You, or your funeral director, tell us the date, the place and rough numbers.
- You get an access check and a quote, without fuss.
- We agree a time to arrive and when food should be ready, allowing for the service running over.
- We serve calmly from the hatch when everyone is ready.
- When everyone has eaten, we clear up and go.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
How to get a price
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.
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Common questions in Headington
Could you trade in Bury Knowle Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
How far is Headington from London?
Roughly 51 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Children usually love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before you book.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a picture if you can.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Yes. We are happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
Towns and villages near Headington
Also in Headington
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
Arranging a wake in Headington
Headington is about 1 mile north-east of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. For a wake in Headington, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Headington. Headington is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we bring the van.
Relatives arriving by train should know that the closest railway station is Oxford station, roughly 2.6 miles west of the centre.
Anywhere in OX3, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Upway Road, Osler Road and Beech Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Headington, we also cover Northway (1 mile north-west), Headington Quarry (1 mile south-east), Headington Hill (1 mile south-west), New Marston (1 mile west) and Oxford (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Didcot (11 miles south), Bicester (10 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles south-west), Witney (12 miles west), Thame (10 miles east) and Wantage (15 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Rumble Museum (0.9 miles south-west) and Churchill Hospital (within half a mile west). Open spaces near Headington include CS Lewis Nature Reserve and Headington Hill.
- Local schools include Headington Rye Oxford (0.7 miles south-west) and Cheney School (0.9 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include White Hart Inn (under half a mile south)
- Local facilities include English Faculty Library (1.6 miles west)
Perfect for your wake in Headington
It suits all ages.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Life celebrations
- Small family memorials
- Family meals after the service
Families holding a service at St Andrew's Church or Holy Trinity Church often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
What to look for in a quote
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The cancellation terms
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether there’s a minimum
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Choose a friend to be our contact
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Allow for the service running over
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
Remember the journey from the service.
A favourite cake can be a lovely touch.
- 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