Hampshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for Ladwell events
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, fish and chips for the wake turns food into part of your wake in Ladwell.
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Village hall wakes
- Small family memorials
Book the van in Ladwell
How our funeral and wake catering works in Ladwell
We work quietly and simply. We park discreetly and serve when people are ready. On the menu are haddock and chips, gravy and mushy peas, and we are often booked for a favourite meal in someone’s memory and life celebrations.
For a wake near Ladwell, a farmhouse or village hall often works well. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
Events we cater in Ladwell
There is no kitchen work for anyone.
These are some of the bookings we take in Ladwell and Hampshire:
- Memorial gatherings
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Remembrance gatherings
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
After a service at Church of All Saints, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
What your quote should include
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- A clear list of what’s included
- When payment is due
- The van’s size and access needs
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers.
Planning the van’s spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A spot near your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Ladwell
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
What affects the price in Ladwell
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The day of the week
- Any minimum charge
- Numbers
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and time of the event
- Where the van would park
- Dietary needs, with numbers
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Other occasions in Ladwell
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Next to a buffet, fish and chips is hot and simple, and there’s less waste when numbers are uncertain. 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.
Why us?
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Classic food your guests already know
- A quote that spells everything out
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
How the day works
Changes on the day are fine: we will adjust start times and pace. A wake in Ladwell in late autumn or winter may run into the dark, with sunset about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will 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.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Make sure the van can get in
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your wake. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Ask your funeral director to help estimate numbers
- Plan seating for older guests
- Plan for a few extra people
- Name a contact for the day who is not close family
We serve when people are ready, not to a rigid schedule.
A tea table run by a friend is a comfort.
For event organisers in Ladwell
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Wake catering near Ladwell
Ladwell is about 2 miles north of Chandler's Ford, in Hampshire. For a wake in Ladwell, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Ladwell. We take the van to all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 7 miles away.
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the nearest station is Chandlers Ford station, about 2 miles south.
For wakes in SO21, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. We also bring the van to wakes in Hursley (1 mile north), Otterbourne (2 miles east), Compton (2 miles east), South Down (2 miles east) and Oliver's Battery (3 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (5 miles north-east), Eastleigh (4 miles south-east), Fareham (14 miles south-east), Andover (14 miles north), Totton (8 miles south-west) and Hedge End (8 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Winchester Castle (4.6 miles north-east) and Romsey Community Hospital (4.2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Flexford Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Thornden School (1.8 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Dolphin Inn (0.8 miles north)
Ladwell: your questions answered
Can you serve after a service at Church of All Saints?
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.
Do you come out to small places like Ladwell?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes. We are happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do.
- 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