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Funeral and Wake Catering in Horn Park
Fried to order and served hot: fish and chips for the wake in Horn Park and across Greater London.
- Wakes at venues
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- A tribute meal
Funeral and wake catering for Horn Park events
Wake catering near Horn Park
Horn Park is about 1 mile west of Eltham, in Greater London. People in Horn Park book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Horn Park to London (6 miles away).
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Lee station, about 0.5 miles west, is the nearest station.
We take the van to wakes all over SE12, SE9 and SE3. That could mean a wake at a home on Winn Road, Horsa Road and Guibal Road, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Middle Park (1 mile east), Lee (1 mile north-west), Mottingham (1 mile south-east), Chinbrook (1 mile south) and Grove Park (1 mile south). We also serve nearby towns such as London (6 miles north-west), City of Westminster (9 miles north-west), Marylebone (9 miles north-west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (8 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (7 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Greenwich Castle (2.4 miles north-west) and Lewisham Shopping Centre (1.9 miles north-west). Open spaces near Horn Park include Summer Hill and Birdbrook Road Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Horn Park include Colfe's School (less than half a mile north-west) and Harris Academy Greenwich (0.6 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Edmund Halley pub (0.8 miles north-west)
Funeral and wake catering in Horn Park, fried fresh
We work quietly and simply. We arrive at the agreed time, park discreetly and serve when you are ready. We are often asked to cater pub wakes and village hall wakes, serving mushy peas, sausage and chips and haddock and chips.
In Horn Park, a hall with parking is frequently the easiest option, though home can work with a drive. Everything is fried fresh at your wake, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
- Area
- Horn Park (SE12, SE9, SE3)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
Many wakes have sandwiches and cake. Hot food can be more welcome, especially in winter. 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 our van in Horn Park
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The date and time of year
- The number of meals
- Service time
- The menu and how many choices
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where the van would park
- A picture of where the van would go
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Your date and serving time
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
- Let someone else talk to us on the day
- Allow for the service running over
- Plan seating for older guests
When everyone has eaten, we pack up quietly.
A quiet room away from the crowd is a kindness.
Nearby places to Horn Park
What else we do in Horn Park
Before you choose a spot
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Flat, firm ground for the van
Horn Park is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Horn Park
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Step by step
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Sunset in Horn Park is about 7:05pm in late September and about 3:55pm in December; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- First, tell us about your wake.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for family and friends.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your wake. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Events we cater in Horn Park
It’s one less thing to organise.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Remembrance gatherings
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Memorial gatherings
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
Families holding a service at Church of St Saviour frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
Before booking anyone
- Allergen information for each item
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether travel is included
- The cancellation terms
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
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.
Questions from Horn Park
Could you trade in Manor House Gardens?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Which station is closest to Horn Park?
The closest is Lee station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Is short notice a problem?
Ask as soon as you have the date. We’ll tell you right away whether we are available.
How do we estimate numbers?
A rough estimate is enough to start. Your funeral director can help.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your wake and we’ll send a quote.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
- 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