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Funeral and Wake Catering for Henton events
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, fish and chips for the wake turns food into part of your wake in Henton.
- Anniversary memorials
- Pub wakes
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
Fresh fish and chips in Henton
Funeral and wake catering in Henton, cooked to order
We understand that timings on the day can move, and we will work around the service and the family. On the menu are gravy, mushy peas and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for small family memorials and village hall wakes.
For a wake near Henton, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the van in the yard or car park. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Where
- Henton (OX39)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning the van’s spot
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A short walk from the party
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A formal meal does not always suit. Fish and chips lets people mingle. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Why book our van in Henton
- No kitchen needed
- Quick service from the hatch
- Bookings across Oxfordshire, including Henton
- Classic food your guests already know
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Allow for the service running over
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
- Plan seating for older guests
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
When everyone has eaten, we pack up quietly.
A table of photos helps people talk.
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.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
The process
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss. In Henton, it is dark by about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December, so a lit path to the van is a kindness to older guests.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your wake. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
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Questions from Henton
Do you come to venues in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you serve after a service at Church of the Holy Trinity?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Can you cater for allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
What if we do not know numbers?
A rough estimate is enough to start. Funeral directors can advise from experience.
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Henton?
It suits all ages.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Henton, people book us for events such as:
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Small family memorials
- A wake at the family home
- Village hall wakes
For a service at a church like Church of the Holy Trinity, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Comparing caterers
- Whether there is a minimum
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether VAT is included
- What the van needs: space, access, power
Places near Henton
Also in Henton
For planners, venues and organisers
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.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
What affects the price in Henton
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The day of the week
- The minimum booking
- How many people are eating
- Access and parking
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Where the event is
- Where the van would park
- A picture of the parking spot
- Allergies and diets you know about
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 send us your details through our quote form.
Wakes in Henton: venues and practical details
Henton is about 4 miles south-east of Thame, in Oxfordshire. We serve wakes at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Henton. We cover all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 15 miles away.
Relatives arriving by train should know that Princes Risborough station is about 2.2 miles away. Henton is within about 5 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
For wakes in OX39, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Local streets include Manor Farm Way and New Close Farm Road; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Forty Green (1 mile north), Skittle Green (1 mile east), Holly Green (1 mile north-east), Pitch Green (1 mile east) and Bledlow (1 mile east). We also serve nearby towns such as Oxford (15 miles west), Thame (4 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (13 miles south), Benson (11 miles south-west), Headington Quarry (13 miles west) and Wallingford (13 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Great Kimble Dial Hill (4.3 miles north-east) and Thame Community Hospital (3.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Henton includes Beacon Hill and Oakley Hill nature reserve.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Peacock Country Inn (within half a mile north-west)
- 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