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Funeral and Wake Catering in Hoaden
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, fish and chips for the wake makes the food a highlight of your wake in Hoaden.
- Small family memorials
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- A wake at the family home
A chip van near Hoaden
Funeral and wake catering in Hoaden, cooked to order
Wakes are rarely planned months ahead, so ask as soon as you have the date. Whether it’s memorial gatherings and gatherings after the committal, we’ll put together a menu of haddock and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips.
For a wake near Hoaden, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Who books funeral and wake catering in Hoaden?
Nothing is wasted on an uncertain number of guests.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Hoaden:
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Wakes at home
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Celebrations of life
Relatives arriving by train should know that the closest railway station is Minster station, roughly 4 miles north-east of the centre.
What your quote should include
- The cancellation terms
- Any minimum charge
- The van’s size and access needs
- If the price includes VAT
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The length of service
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Any minimum charge
Larger groups usually cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- A photo of the parking spot
- Where the event is
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Allergies and diets you know about
Each quote is put together for your wake. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
The process
Here’s how the day generally runs: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and we serve hot from the hatch when you are ready to eat. In winter, it is dark in Hoaden by about 3:50pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. In summer, there is daylight until about 9:15pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Share the timings for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your wake, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Towns and villages near Hoaden
More for events in Hoaden
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Have chairs for those who need them
- Choose a friend to be our contact
- Allow a little extra
- Let us know of any allergies
We arrive in good time and park discreetly.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
After a funeral in Hoaden
Hoaden is about 7 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. From the centre of Hoaden to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Hoaden is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Hoaden to Canterbury (7 miles away).
If the funeral is at a church such as Elmstone Church, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
This part of Kent takes in CT3. Local streets include Overland Lane and Walmestone Road; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Close by, we cover wakes in Nash (1 mile south-west), Perry (1 mile west), Elmstone (1 mile north-west), Shatterling (1 mile south-west) and Durlock (1 mile south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include White Mill (3.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Common questions in Hoaden
What’s the nearest station to Hoaden?
Minster station, about 4 miles north-east of the centre.
Is Hoaden close to London?
Roughly 60 miles from the centre of London.
Can someone else arrange it?
Of course. We are happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it is fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Normally, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Hoaden.
How quickly can you come?
We understand the timescales, so ask and we’ll reply quickly.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Some venues offer wake menus. A van works where they don’t, or at home. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Why book with us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- We cover Hoaden and the whole of Kent
- No kitchen needed
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Take a look at our prices page or what a fish and chip van costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
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.
- 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