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Funeral and wake catering in Hill Head, Hampshire
Funeral and wake catering in Hill Head: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- A tribute meal
- Wakes at home
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
Fresh fish and chips in Hill Head
After a funeral in Hill Head
Hill Head is about 3 miles south-west of Fareham, in Hampshire. We take fish and chips for the wake to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Hill Head. Hill Head is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 10 miles away.
Relatives arriving by train should know that the closest railway station is Fareham station, roughly 2.9 miles north-east of the centre. The coast is within about 5 miles of Hill Head.
Anywhere in PO14, we can bring the van to you. Whether your wake is on Elsfred Road, Osborne View Road and Cottes Way or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Close by, we cover wakes in Stubbington (1 mile north-east), Little Posbrook (1 mile north-west), Titchfield (2 miles north), Catisfield (2 miles north) and Heathfield (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Gosport (4 miles east), Havant (11 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles north-east), Horndean (11 miles north-east) and Totton (14 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Carron Row Farm Museum (2.8 miles north) and Fareham Shopping Centre (3.3 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include West of the River Alver.
- Local schools include Stubbington House School (0.8 miles north-east) and Crofton School (1.1 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Osborne View pub (under half a mile south-west)
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Hill Head
We work quietly and simply. We arrive at the agreed time, park discreetly and serve when you’re ready. We serve haddock and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater wakes at home and anniversary memorials.
In rural Hill Head, home or the hall is usual. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Space, access and the venue
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
Hill Head: your questions answered
How far is Hill Head from London?
About 68 miles from central London.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind doesn’t affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
What if timings change?
Of course. We serve when people are ready.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before you book.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Is short notice a problem?
Ask as soon as you have the date. We’ll tell you right away whether we are available.
Can the van park on grass?
Normally, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can you cater for allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Occasions we serve in Hill Head
For some families, it was a favourite meal.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Life celebrations
- Wakes at venues
After a service at Holy Rood Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- Allergen information for each item
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Any minimum charge
Places near Hill Head
Also in Hill Head
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- How many people are eating
- The day of the week
- How long we serve
- Any minimum charge
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We’ll send you a quote.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Where the event is
- Where the van would park
- Roughly how many people, including children
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
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 solves that by cooking on site.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
What happens on the day
We do not cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it’s ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. A wake in Hill Head in late autumn or winter may run into the dark, with sunset about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December, so a lit path to the van is a kindness to older guests.
- It starts with the date, where the wake is and roughly how many.
- We check the spot for the van and send a quote.
- We agree a time to arrive and when food should be ready, allowing for the service running over.
- On the day we set up quietly and serve when guests are ready.
- We pack up when everyone has eaten and leave quietly.
How to prepare
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Clear the route for the van
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
A chip van compared with other options
A formal meal doesn’t always suit. A van keeps it relaxed. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Why us?
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A quote that spells everything out
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Hill Head
- Quick service from the hatch
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Planners, venues and businesses
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
- 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