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Funeral and Wake Catering in Hither Green
Funeral and wake catering in Hither Green: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Memorial gatherings
Fresh fish and chips in Hither Green
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Hither Green?
It suits all ages, from children to older relatives.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Hither Green, people book us for occasions like:
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Small family memorials
- Remembrance gatherings
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
For family travelling by train, Hither Green station is in Hither Green itself.
Before you book anyone
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Any minimum charge
- The van’s size and access needs
Funeral and wake catering in Hither Green, fried fresh
Services often run over, so we stay flexible. For pub wakes and family gatherings after a burial or cremation, we can cook cod and chips, haddock and chips and gravy and more.
In Hither Green, a hall with parking is frequently the easiest option. You will know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Where
- Hither Green (SE13, SE12, SE6)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
What affects the price in Hither Green
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of menu
- Any minimum charge
- How many people are eating
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the parking spot
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can use our quote form.
Other occasions in Hither Green
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
As a London location, Hither Green is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
How the day works
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, which we agree with you beforehand. In autumn and winter, it’s dark early in Hither Green; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for family and friends.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your wake. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Hither Green
Can the van park in Manor House Gardens?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Swithun?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Can a friend deal with you?
Of course. We’re happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we will confirm what we need.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Can the van come to Hither Green?
We do. We serve events in Hither Green and across Greater London. Send us your date to check availability.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
What if the service runs late?
We plan for delays. We will agree a serving time and stay flexible.
Wakes in Hither Green: venues and practical details
Hither Green is about 2 miles south-east of New Cross, in Greater London. Bookings in Hither Green 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. We serve 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
After a service at Church of St Swithun, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone. If there isn’t room at home, a hall or club near Hither Green may suit.
This part of Greater London takes in SE13, SE12 and SE6, and we can serve your wake anywhere in it. Local streets include Old Road, Manor Lane and Pascoe Road; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. For wakes just outside Hither Green, we cover Lee (1 mile east), Ladywell (1 mile west), Lewisham (1 mile north-west), Catford (1 mile south-west) and Horn Park (1 mile east). Further out, we also take the van to London (5 miles north-west), City of Westminster (8 miles north-west), Marylebone (8 miles north-west), Kensington (9 miles west), St Pancras (7 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (6 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Greenwich Castle (1.8 miles north) and Nunhead (2.6 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Brookmill Road Local Nature Reserve and Summer Hill.
- Nearby schools include Trinity Church of England School (under half a mile north-east) and International Academy of Greenwich (0.7 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Edmund Halley pub (0.6 miles north-east)
Takeaway run or book a van?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
- Allow for the service running over
- Mention allergies you know about
Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground.
Somewhere quiet to sit helps some guests.
- 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