Hampshire · England
Funeral and wake catering in Lane End, Hampshire
Fried to order and served hot: fish and chips for the wake in Lane End and the surrounding area.
- Gatherings after the committal
- Anniversary memorials
- A tribute meal
Book the van in Lane End
Funeral and wake catering in Lane End, fried fresh
Food is fried to order, so it’s hot when people arrive. Popular choices include pie and chips, sausage and chips and gravy, and we are frequently booked for wakes at venues and celebrations of life.
For a wake near Lane End, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the van in the yard or car park. You will know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Any minimum charge
- Numbers
- Your choice of menu
- Distance and any road charges
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What to tell us
The more we know about your wake, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where the van would park
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. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
How it works
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. Late-December sunset in Lane End is about 4:00pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting near the van. In summer, there’s daylight until about 9:25pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- 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.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for family and friends.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Share the timings for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your wake. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
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Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Lane End
Do you come out to small places like Lane End?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is Lane End close to London?
About 58 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Is grass a problem?
Typically, if it is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
How do we estimate numbers?
Start with a rough number, and we’ll plan with a little extra.
How long are you on site?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes, that is common.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
For event organisers in Lane End
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
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.
Other occasions in Lane End
Occasions we serve in Lane End
It needs no kitchen at the hall or home.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Village hall wakes
- Wakes at home
- Family meals after the service
- Small family memorials
Questions to ask before booking
- The deadline for final numbers
- How many hours the van serves
- What happens if plans change
- Any travel, parking or access charges
About the food
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Wakes in Lane End: venues and practical details
Lane End is about 5 miles south-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. Lane End is well within our area, so your wake just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 11 miles away.
We cover wakes in every part of the SO21 postcode area and the streets around it. Other places close to Lane End we cover include Baybridge (2 miles south-west), Owslebury Bottom (3 miles west), Temple Valley (3 miles north-west), Owslebury (3 miles south-west) and Morestead (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (5 miles north-west), Havant (15 miles south-east), Eastleigh (7 miles south-west), Fareham (12 miles south), Horndean (12 miles south-east) and Totton (15 miles south-west).
A little further out are Wolvesey Castle (4.9 miles north-west) and St John's Rooms And Chapel (5 miles north-west). The countryside around Lane End includes Hockley Meadows and Twyford Down.
Where the van can park in Lane End
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- 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.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
A chip van compared with other options
Some venues offer wake menus. A van works where they do not, or at home. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book our van in Lane End
- No surprises in your quote
- Quick service from the hatch
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Classic food your guests already know
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Ask the venue about the van
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
- Ask your funeral director to help estimate numbers
- Let us know of any allergies
We arrive in good time and park discreetly before guests return from the service.
A favourite cake can be a lovely touch.
- 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