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Funeral and wake catering in Highbridge, Hampshire
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Funeral and wake catering in Highbridge.
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
Fresh fish and chips in Highbridge
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Funeral and wake catering in Highbridge, cooked to order
Services often run over, and we will work around the service and the family. We serve haddock and chips, pie and chips and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for remembrance gatherings and gatherings at a village hall or club.
For a wake near Highbridge, a farmhouse or village hall often works well. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
What a fish and chip van costs
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Numbers
- Your choice of menu
- Parking and the way in
- How long we serve
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
What to tell us
The more we know about your wake, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Expected numbers
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The date and time of the event
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your wake, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Highbridge
It’s warm, simple food that almost everyone enjoys.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re frequently booked for:
- Remembrance gatherings
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Celebrations of life
- Pub wakes
If relatives are coming by rail, Eastleigh station is about 1.7 miles away.
Questions to ask before you book
- The cancellation terms
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Whether there is a minimum
- The deposit and payment dates
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and children love it.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
Sandwiches are traditional at wakes. A hot meal can be more comforting, especially in winter. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
What you get with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No surprises in your quote
- Quick service from the hatch
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Name a contact for the day who isn’t close family
- Mention allergies you know about
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Check the hall has an urn
A friend or the funeral director can be our contact.
Some families add a favourite dessert or cake.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your wake. The frying and serving are down to us. A wake in Highbridge in late autumn or winter may run into the dark, with sunset about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Get a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
Highbridge: halls, homes and travel
Highbridge is about 2 miles north of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. Tell us where your wake in Highbridge will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. We serve 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 6 miles away.
After a service at St Mary's Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
For wakes in SO50, we just need to know where the van can park. That could mean a wake at a home on Wardle Road and Highbridge Road, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Other places close to Highbridge we cover include Lord's Wood (1 mile south-east), Brambridge (1 mile north-east), Colden Common (1 mile north-east), Nob's Crook (1 mile east) and Allbrook (1 mile west). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (5 miles north), Gosport (15 miles south-east), Fareham (11 miles south-east), Horndean (15 miles east), Totton (9 miles south-west) and Hedge End (5 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Eastleigh Museum (1.8 miles south-west) and Moorgreen Hospital (4.3 miles south). The countryside around Highbridge includes Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
- Local schools include Thornden School (1.3 miles west) and Thornden School (1.4 miles west)
Highbridge questions
How far is Highbridge from London?
About 64 miles from central London.
Is Highbridge too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How many people should we cater for?
Give us your best estimate, and we will plan with a little extra.
What if timings change?
We allow for it. We’ll work to your contact on the day.
How much space do you need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Can a friend deal with you?
Of course. We’re happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
Is short notice a problem?
We understand the timescales, so send us the date and we will answer straight away.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Nearby places to Highbridge
Also in Highbridge
- 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