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Funeral and wake catering in Horley, Surrey
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book fish and chips for the wake in Horley.
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Anniversary memorials
Fresh fish and chips in Horley
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Funeral and wake catering in Horley, cooked to order
We keep it calm and simple. We arrive at the agreed time, park discreetly and serve when you’re ready. On the menu are sausage and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater village hall wakes and a favourite meal in someone’s memory.
For a wake in Horley, somewhere close to the church or crematorium helps. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your wake, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Occasions we serve in Horley
It works for everyone.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Horley and Surrey:
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Remembrance gatherings
- Memorial gatherings
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
After a service at St Wilfrid's Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Questions to ask before booking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How allergens are handled
- VAT, if it applies
- The van’s size and access needs
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Allow for the service running over
- Mention allergies you know about
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
When everyone has eaten, we pack up quietly.
Have napkins and bins ready.
Nearby places to Horley
More for events in Horley
Horley: halls, homes and travel
Horley is about 5 miles north of Crawley, in Surrey. Around Horley, we park wherever there is level, firm ground. We take the van to all 395 towns and villages in Surrey. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 18 miles away.
With the A23 and B2036 nearby, it’s easy for family travelling by car to reach Horley. For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Horley station, about 0.8 miles south-east, is the nearest station. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Horley, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Here we cover the RH6 postcode area, so your wake can be anywhere in it. Your wake could be at a house on Station Road, High Street and Church Road or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Main roads around Horley include the A23 and B2036, so getting the van to your wake is simple. Other places close to Horley we cover include Hookwood (1 mile south-west), Fernhill (2 miles south-east), Burstow (2 miles south-east), Smallfield (2 miles east) and Shipley Bridge (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Epsom (12 miles north), Redhill (4 miles north), Ewell (13 miles north), Reigate (4 miles north), Caterham (8 miles north-east) and Dorking (8 miles north-west). Horley is among the bigger towns we cover in Surrey, with lots of choice for wakes.
Nearby you will also find Reigate Castle (4.5 miles north) and East Surrey Hospital (2.8 miles north). Within reach you will find Reigate Heath.
- Nearby schools include Oakwood School (0.7 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Bull pub (under half a mile west)
For event organisers in Horley
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Where the van can park in Horley
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
Why choose a fish and chip van in Horley?
A sit-down meal can feel formal. Fish and chips lets people mingle. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Why Horley hosts choose us
- All the chip-shop extras
- No kitchen needed
- A clear quote before booking
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Horley: your questions answered
Can the van go to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
We are gathering after a service at St Wilfrid's Church: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is generally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan service around it.
Do you cover Horley?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Horley and the rest of Surrey. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. 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 take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your wake. Sunset in Horley is about 7:05pm in late September and about 3:55pm in December; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for family and friends.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or RH6 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. To get started, send us your details through 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