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Funeral and wake catering in Kirtlington, Oxfordshire
Funeral and wake catering in Kirtlington: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Remembrance gatherings
A chip van near Kirtlington
Funeral and wake catering in Kirtlington, fried fresh
Your funeral director or a family friend can deal with us directly. Whether it’s gatherings after the committal and gatherings at home after a funeral, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, gravy and haddock and chips.
For a wake near Kirtlington, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well, with the van in the yard or car park. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Where
- Kirtlington (OX5)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
The process
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. In autumn and winter, it is dark early in Kirtlington; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for family and friends.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Ask for a quote
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Kirtlington? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
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What affects the price in Kirtlington
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many people are eating
- The minimum booking
- How long we serve
- Access and parking
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your wake.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the event is
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements 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 are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
A closer look at the menu
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 a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Some venues offer wake menus. A van works where they don’t, or at home. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- All the chip-shop extras
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A quote that spells everything out
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Events we cater in Kirtlington
Nothing is wasted on an uncertain number of guests.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Small family memorials
- A wake at the family home
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Memorial events and anniversaries
For a service at a church like Church of St Mary, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- The cancellation terms
- When final numbers are due
- The deposit and payment dates
Common questions in Kirtlington
Is Kirtlington close to London?
Roughly 57 miles from the centre of London.
Which station is closest to Kirtlington?
Tackley station, about 1.1 miles north-west of the centre.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
How quickly can you come?
Wakes are frequently arranged quickly, so ask and we will reply quickly.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Do you serve wakes at home?
Yes. Tell us about parking at the house.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
What do you bring?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
What the van needs
If a spot isn’t suitable, we will tell you. The main points are:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Confirmation that the van can park there
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
Kirtlington: halls, homes and travel
Kirtlington is about 6 miles west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We cover Kirtlington as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Kirtlington is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 9 miles away.
For family travelling by train, Tackley station is about 1.1 miles away.
We cover wakes in every part of the OX5 postcode area. Local streets include South Green, Church Lane and Hatch Way; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Bletchingdon (1 mile south), Enslow (1 mile south-west), Weston-on-the-Green (2 miles east), Hampton Poyle (3 miles south) and Weston Otmoor (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (9 miles south), Banbury (13 miles north), Bicester (6 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles south), Witney (11 miles south-west) and Carterton (15 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Bicester Community Hospital (5.3 miles east) and Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (3.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Woodsides Meadow.
Looking after everyone
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Let us know of any allergies
- Allow a little extra
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Choose a friend to be our contact
We start when you give the word, not to a rigid schedule.
Have napkins and bins ready.
- 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