Hampshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for King's Somborne events
Looking for fish and chips for the wake in King's Somborne? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Anniversary memorials
- Wakes at venues
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
Book the van in King's Somborne
Arranging a wake in King's Somborne
King's Somborne is about 6 miles north of Romsey, in Hampshire. Bookings in King's Somborne come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. King's Somborne is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from King's Somborne to Southampton (12 miles away).
If relatives are coming by rail, the closest railway station is Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, roughly 4 miles south-west of the centre. King's Somborne is on or near the A3057, handy for relatives driving in.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO20, so your wake can be anywhere in it. Whether your wake is on Church Road, Old Palace Farm and Forge Close or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Being close to the A3057, King's Somborne is easy for us to reach for your wake. Close by, we cover wakes in Ashley (1 mile east), Little Somborne (2 miles north-east), Up Somborne (2 miles north-east), Braishfield (4 miles south) and Lower Slackstead (4 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Winchester (7 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles south-east), Andover (9 miles north), Totton (11 miles south), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south-east) and Hedge End (14 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Romsey Community Hospital (5.8 miles south).
- Nearby, you’ll find The Crown Public House (less than half a mile north-west)
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in King's Somborne
Food is fried to order, so it is hot when people arrive. For gatherings after scattering ashes and a favourite meal in someone’s memory, we will put together a menu of pie and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips and more.
Near King's Somborne, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
A pub or venue may cater a wake themselves. A van works where they do not, or at home. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why us?
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Classic food your guests already know
- A quote that spells everything out
- We cover King's Somborne and the whole of Hampshire
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in King's Somborne
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Planners, venues and businesses
Parks, greens and streets normally 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. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Any minimum charge
- The number of meals
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The venue or postcode
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
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Other occasions in King's Somborne
How it works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your wake. In winter, it’s dark in King's Somborne by about 4:00pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting near the van. Summer wakes have daylight well into the evening.
- First, tell us about your wake.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for family and friends.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Have a level parking spot ready
Ask for a quote
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in King's Somborne? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
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.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
- Allow for the service running over
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
We arrive in good time and park discreetly before guests return from the service.
A tea table run by a friend is a comfort.
FAQs for King's Somborne
Is King's Somborne close to London?
Roughly 67 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like King's Somborne?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
What if the service runs late?
We plan for delays. We’ll agree a serving time and stay flexible.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
We understand the timescales, so send us the date and we will answer straight away.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we’ll take it from there.
Events we cater in King's Somborne
It works for everyone.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Village hall wakes
- Gatherings after the committal
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
Families holding a service at Church of St Peter and St Paul often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
Comparing caterers
- If the price includes VAT
- The van’s size and access needs
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- 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