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Funeral and wake catering in Highmoor, Oxfordshire
Funeral and wake catering in Highmoor: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Pub wakes
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Village hall wakes
Funeral and wake catering in Highmoor
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Highmoor
Some families choose it because it was a loved one’s favourite. We’re often asked to cater a tribute meal and life celebrations, serving pie and chips, cod and chips and gravy.
For a wake near Highmoor, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the van in the yard or car park. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Where
- Highmoor (RG9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Organising for someone else?
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
How the day works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your wake. Sunset in Highmoor is about 7:10pm in late September and about 3:55pm in December; make sure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear 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.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Share the timings for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Arranging a wake in Highmoor
Highmoor is about 4 miles north-west of Henley-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. In and around Highmoor, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. We cover 443 places across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading, about 7 miles away.
Relatives arriving by train should know that Henley-On-Thames station, about 4.5 miles east, is the nearest station. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Highmoor, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
We serve wakes across the RG9 postcode area. We can serve a wake on streets such as The Glebe and Holly Close or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. For wakes just outside Highmoor, we cover Highmoor Cross (1 mile south-east), Shepherd's Green (1 mile south-east), Catslip (1 mile north-east), Nettlebed (2 miles north) and Kingwood Common (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (11 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles north-west), Thame (13 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (4 miles south-east), Benson (6 miles north-west) and Chinnor (11 miles north).
Green spaces nearby include Warburg Nature Reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Dog and Duck pub (0.5 miles north-east)
About the food
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Places near Highmoor
Other occasions in Highmoor
What the van needs
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Highmoor
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
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. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Occasions we serve in Highmoor
There is little waste, because food is cooked to order.
Whatever the occasion in Highmoor, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- A wake at the family home
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Memorial gatherings
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Paul, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- VAT, if it applies
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Any minimum charge
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Plan seating for older guests
- Allow a little extra
Seats for older guests near the hall or house help.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Highmoor?
A formal meal doesn’t always suit. A van keeps it relaxed. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
Why book our van in Highmoor
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Quick service from the hatch
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Highmoor questions
Is Highmoor too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Paul: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Send us the address.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
What if the service runs late?
We allow for it. We’ll agree a serving time and stay flexible.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, Oxfordshire included. See all areas.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council 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