Hampshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Langrish
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, fish and chips for the wake makes the food a highlight of your wake in Langrish.
- Memorial gatherings
- A wake at the family home
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
Book the van in Langrish
Funeral and wake catering in Langrish, fried fresh
Sometimes fish and chips was the favourite meal of the person being remembered. Whether it is family meals after the service and celebrations of life, we’ll put together a menu of pie and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips and more.
Near Langrish, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. Everything is fried fresh at your wake, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you are ready, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. Sunset in Langrish is about 7:05pm in late September and about 4:00pm in December; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your wake. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Planning help
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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’s crisp.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Where the van can park in Langrish
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
Arranging a wake in Langrish
Langrish is about 3 miles west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. We serve wakes at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Langrish and the surrounding area. Langrish is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 18 miles away.
Relatives arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Petersfield station, about 2.3 miles east. Langrish is within about 3 miles of the South Downs National Park, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Wherever your wake is in GU32, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your wake is on Reeds Meadow, Winchester Road and The Close or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside Langrish, we also cover Froxfield Green (1 mile north), Stroud (1 mile east), High Cross (2 miles north), Petersfield (3 miles east) and Steep (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Winchester (14 miles west), Havant (10 miles south), Fareham (14 miles south-west), Horndean (7 miles south), Alton (10 miles north) and Hedge End (15 miles south-west).
A little further out are Clanfield Earthwork (4.3 miles south) and Bear Museum (2.7 miles east). The countryside around Langrish includes Shutts Copse and Pidham Hill.
- Schools near Langrish include The Petersfield School (2.5 miles east)
For event organisers in Langrish
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 work through them with you.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Allow a little extra
- Plan seating for older guests
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
- Allow for the service running over
Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground when choosing a serving time.
Tea and coffee from the hall’s urn, or a friend’s tea table, goes well alongside.
Langrish: your questions answered
Is Langrish close to London?
About 52 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Langrish?
The closest is Petersfield station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, including Hampshire. Find your area.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Normally, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
What’s on the menu?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
What if the service runs late?
Of course. We start when you are ready.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
Sandwiches are traditional at wakes. Hot food can be more welcome. The cost per head typically 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 book our van in Langrish
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Classic food your guests already know
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
Towns and villages near Langrish
Also in Langrish
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Prices and what affects them
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- The minimum booking
- Cod, haddock or both
- The day of the week
- How many people are eating
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where the van would park
- The venue or postcode
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of the space and the way in
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
- 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