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Funeral and Wake Catering for Holmethorpe events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book fish and chips for the wake in Holmethorpe.
- Wakes at venues
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
Funeral and wake catering in Holmethorpe
What affects the price in Holmethorpe
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Whether a minimum applies
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Cod, haddock or both
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What we need to know
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and time of the event
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Each quote is put together for your wake. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
How our funeral and wake catering works in Holmethorpe
It’s an informal meal, which suits a wake where people move around and talk. We’re frequently asked to cater gatherings at a village hall or club and gatherings after the committal, with sausage and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas.
In Holmethorpe, the hall or the family home is a natural choice. Tell us about parking for the van. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Holmethorpe
Can the van park in Nutfield Marshes?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Which station is closest to Holmethorpe?
The closest is Redhill station, roughly 0.8 miles away.
Can you come to the house?
Yes. Tell us about parking at the house.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Holmethorpe?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your wake and we’ll send a quote.
How quickly can you come?
Wakes are often arranged quickly, so ask and we’ll reply quickly.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
Organising for someone else?
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
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 will confirm what we can provide.
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Holmethorpe?
There is little waste, because food is cooked to order.
These are some of the bookings we take in Holmethorpe and Surrey:
- Anniversary memorials
- A tribute meal
- Memorial gatherings
- A wake at the family home
After a service at Holy Trinity, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
What to look for in a quote
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- How allergens are handled
- Whether travel is included
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Before you choose a spot
If a spot is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Holmethorpe
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
More for events in Holmethorpe
Arranging a wake in Holmethorpe
Holmethorpe is about 1 mile north-east of Redhill, in Surrey. Holmethorpe is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Holmethorpe is one of 395 places in Surrey where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Holmethorpe to London (17 miles away).
Relatives arriving by train should know that the closest railway station is Redhill station, roughly 0.8 miles south-west of the centre. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Holmethorpe; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
For wakes in RH1 and RH9, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. That could mean a wake at a home on Mill Lane, Devon Road and Orpin Road, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include South Merstham (1 mile north-east), Redhill (1 mile south-west), Gatton (1 mile north-west), Nutfield (1 mile south-east) and Merstham (1 mile north). We also serve nearby towns such as Epsom (8 miles north-west), Horley (5 miles south), Ewell (8 miles north-west), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-west), Caterham (4 miles north-east) and Dorking (8 miles west).
A little further out are East Surrey Hospital (2.2 miles south) and The Belfry (0.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Colley Hill and Reigate Heath.
- Schools near Holmethorpe include Lime Tree Primary School (less than half a mile north) and The Carrington School (0.6 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include Inn on the Pond (1 mile east)
A chip van compared with other options
Next to a buffet, fish and chips is hot and simple, and there is less waste when numbers are uncertain. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We’ll send you a quote.
Why Holmethorpe hosts choose us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Events in Holmethorpe and across Surrey
- A menu almost everyone likes
See how we price or the cost guide.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the wake.
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Let us know of any allergies
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Allow for the service running over
A friend or the funeral director can be our contact.
Photos or a memory book give people something to share.
How it works
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. In autumn and winter, it’s dark early in Holmethorpe; make sure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for family and friends.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Clear the route for the van
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
- 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