Buckinghamshire · England
Funeral and wake catering in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
We bring fish and chips for the wake to High Wycombe and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- A wake at the family home
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
Funeral and wake catering for High Wycombe events
Funeral and wake catering in High Wycombe, cooked to order
After a funeral, people want somewhere to gather and something comforting to eat. For many families, fish and chips is exactly that. For village hall wakes and a favourite meal in someone’s memory, we can cook haddock and chips, cod and chips and gravy.
For a wake in High Wycombe, somewhere close to the church or crematorium helps. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Location
- High Wycombe (HP13, HP11, HP12, HP10)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in High Wycombe
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
Arranging a wake in High Wycombe
High Wycombe is about 28 miles south of Milton Keynes, in Buckinghamshire. Give us the address of your wake in High Wycombe, and we will plan the route and the parking spot. We serve 263 places in Buckinghamshire. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 16 miles away.
High Wycombe is on or near the A40 and A404, handy for relatives driving in. Relatives arriving by train should know that High Wycombe station serves High Wycombe directly. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 6 miles of High Wycombe, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
We cover wakes in every part of HP13, HP11, HP12 and HP10 and the streets around it. That could mean a wake at a home on High Street, Church Square and Queens Square, as long as there is somewhere for the van. You’ll find High Wycombe on the A40 and A404, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van. Other places close to High Wycombe we cover include Totteridge (1 mile east), Terriers (1 mile north-east), Wycombe Marsh (1 mile south-east), Micklefield (1 mile east) and Downley (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Aylesbury (13 miles north), Chesham (8 miles north-east), Marlow (4 miles south), Amersham (7 miles north-east), Beaconsfield (5 miles east) and Chalfont St Peter (8 miles east). High Wycombe is one of the larger places we cover in Buckinghamshire, with plenty of venues for wakes.
Other landmarks nearby include Eden (within half a mile west) and High Wycombe Castle (less than half a mile north). Green spaces nearby include Gomm's Wood.
- Local schools include The Tower (under half a mile north-west) and London Central Elementary High School (0.9 miles south)
- Local pubs include Three Tuns Public House (within half a mile south-west)
What a fish and chip van costs
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Parking and the way in
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The menu and how many choices
- Numbers
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of the parking spot
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where the van would park
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in High Wycombe? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Occasions we serve in High Wycombe
It’s warm, simple food that almost everyone enjoys.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In High Wycombe, people book us for events such as:
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
After a service at Church of All Saints, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Allergen information for each item
- What the price includes, item by item
Why choose a fish and chip van in High Wycombe?
For warm food after a funeral, a chip van is a gentle choice in High Wycombe. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- Events in High Wycombe and across Buckinghamshire
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- A menu almost everyone likes
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in High Wycombe
Can the van go to venues in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can you serve after a service at Church of All Saints?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes, many families prefer that.
How many people should we cater for?
It’s hard to know, so a rough number is fine. Funeral directors can advise from experience.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before booking.
Do you cover High Wycombe?
We do. We serve events in High Wycombe and across Buckinghamshire. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will tell you what’s in each item.
Nearby places to High Wycombe
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Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
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.
What happens on the day
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. In autumn and winter, it’s dark early in High Wycombe; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Have chairs for those who need them
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Allow a little extra
- Keep the serving time flexible
A friend or the funeral director can be our contact.
Have napkins and bins ready.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
- 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