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Funeral and Wake Catering in Lisson Grove
Fried to order and served hot: fish and chips for the wake in Lisson Grove and the surrounding area.
- Life celebrations
- Family meals after the service
- Anniversary memorials
A chip van near Lisson Grove
The process
We don’t cook ahead. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. Sunset in Lisson Grove is about 7:05pm in late September and about 3:55pm in December; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- We start with a few details 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.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
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About our funeral and wake catering in Lisson Grove
Someone else can make the booking for you, so you have one less thing to do. On the menu are pie and chips, haddock and chips and gravy, and we’re regularly asked to cater memorial events and anniversaries and celebrations of life.
In Lisson Grove, a hall with parking is frequently the easiest option, though home can work with a drive. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Where
- Lisson Grove (NW8, W1H, W2)
- Region
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
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.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Ask the venue about the van
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
- Keep the serving time flexible
- Check the hall has an urn
Afterwards, we leave quietly.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Arranging a wake in Lisson Grove
Lisson Grove is about 1 mile north-west of City of Westminster, in Greater London. From the centre of Lisson Grove to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
If the funeral is at a church such as St Paul's Community Church, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short. With the A5 and A40 nearby, it is easy for family travelling by car to reach Lisson Grove.
Wakes anywhere in NW8, W1H and W2 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. We can serve a wake on streets such as Hall Road, Park Road and Lodge Road, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. With the A5 and A40 close by, Lisson Grove is easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also serve wakes in Paddington Green (1 mile south-west), Paddington (1 mile south), Little Venice (1 mile south-west), Connaught Village (1 mile south) and St John's Wood (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include London (4 miles south-east), Shoreditch (4 miles east), Walthamstow (8 miles north-east), Hoxton (4 miles east), Whitechapel (4 miles east) and Ruislip (11 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Sherlock Holmes Museum (less than half a mile east) and Kingly Court (1.6 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find The Long Water and Greville Place nature reserve.
- Local schools include St John's Wood Art School (less than half a mile north-west)
- Local pubs include Exeter Arms Public House (within half a mile south-east)
- Local facilities include RIBA Library (1.1 miles east) and Metropolitan Borough of Hampstead (1.8 miles north)
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Questions from Lisson Grove
Can you serve after a service at St Paul's Community Church?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Is parking a problem for the van in Lisson Grove?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We will plan around it.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We will talk it through when we quote.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Is short notice a problem?
Contact us as soon as you can. We will let you know quickly.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes. We are happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
Perfect for your wake in Lisson Grove
Nothing is wasted on an uncertain number of guests.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Lisson Grove and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Remembrance gatherings
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Family meals after the service
- Life celebrations
If relatives are coming by rail, London Marylebone station is in Lisson Grove itself.
What your quote should include
- When final numbers are due
- Whether VAT is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether travel is included
Towns and villages near Lisson Grove
Other occasions in Lisson Grove
Space, access and the venue
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A short walk from the party
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
Lisson Grove is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
What a fish and chip van costs
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Your choice of menu
- Parking and the way in
- Distance and any road charges
- The minimum booking
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.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your wake in Lisson Grove, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Compared with a buffet, a van gives everyone a hot meal, and there’s less waste when numbers are uncertain. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why Lisson Grove hosts choose us
- No surprises in your quote
- All the chip-shop extras
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Hot food handed straight over
- 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