Hampshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Hill Grove
We bring fish and chips for the wake across Hill Grove and Hampshire, cooking to order on site.
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Celebrations of life
- Anniversary memorials
A chip van near Hill Grove
Wakes in Hill Grove: venues and practical details
Hill Grove is about 6 miles east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Bookings in Hill Grove come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Hill Grove is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 10 miles away.
Families holding a service at Church of St Barnabas frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO32. We can serve a wake on streets such as Droxford Road, Hill Grove Lane and Dodds Lane or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Other places close to Hill Grove we cover include Swanmore (1 mile west), Upper Swanmore (1 mile north), Mislingford (1 mile south), Kingsmead (2 miles south) and Shirrell Heath (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (10 miles north-west), Gosport (10 miles south), Havant (10 miles south-east), Eastleigh (8 miles west), Fareham (6 miles south) and Horndean (7 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Knowle Hospital (4.4 miles south) and Bishop's Waltham Museum (2.1 miles north-west). The countryside around Hill Grove includes St Clair's Meadow and Beacon Hill.
- Nearby schools include Swanmore College of Technology (0.8 miles west)
Funeral and wake catering in Hill Grove, cooked to order
We keep it calm and simple. We park discreetly and serve when people are ready. Whether it is remembering a loved one’s favourite food and scattering of ashes gatherings, we’ll put together a menu of pie and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas and more.
Near Hill Grove, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
Towns and villages near Hill Grove
Also in Hill Grove
Who books funeral and wake catering in Hill Grove?
Families choose fish and chips because it’s comforting and familiar.
In Hill Grove and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Anniversary memorials
- Village hall wakes
- Gatherings after the committal
- A wake at the family home
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Botley station is about 4.1 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether travel is included
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- What the van needs: space, access, power
What affects the price in Hill Grove
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- The menu and how many choices
- The day of the week
- How easy the site is to reach
- Numbers
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The venue or postcode
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
How it works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we’re there in good time before you want to eat. In Hill Grove, it is dark by about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December, so a lit path to the van is a kindness to older guests.
- You, or your funeral director, tell us the date, the place and rough numbers.
- We check the spot for the van and send a quote.
- Timings allow for the service and travel from it.
- We serve calmly from the hatch when everyone is ready.
- We pack up when everyone has eaten and leave quietly.
How to prepare
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Hill Grove
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
FAQs for Hill Grove
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Barnabas: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Is Hill Grove close to London?
About 61 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come to Hill Grove?
We do. We serve events in Hill Grove and across Hampshire. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
What can guests choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before you book.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Mention allergies you know about
- Build in time for delays
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
We arrive in good time and park discreetly.
A quiet room away from the crowd is a kindness.
For event organisers in Hill Grove
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and it’s a favourite with children.
- 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