Buckinghamshire · England
Funeral and wake catering in Ludgershall, Buckinghamshire
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: fish and chips for the wake in Ludgershall and across Buckinghamshire.
- Pub wakes
- Wakes at home
- A tribute meal
A chip van near Ludgershall
How our funeral and wake catering works in Ludgershall
We work quietly and simply. We park discreetly and serve when people are ready. Typical bookings include wakes at a pub or venue with outside space and a tribute meal, serving sausage and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips.
Near Ludgershall, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what we can do.
- Area
- Ludgershall (HP18)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Arranging a wake in Ludgershall
Ludgershall is about 6 miles south-east of Bicester, in Buckinghamshire. We take fish and chips for the wake to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Ludgershall and nearby villages. Ludgershall is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Ludgershall to Oxford (11 miles away).
Wakes anywhere in HP18 start with a parking spot for the van. Local streets include High Street, Salters Lane and Bicester Road; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. For wakes just outside Ludgershall, we cover Piddington (1 mile west), Brill (2 miles south), Grendon Underwood (2 miles north-east), Blackthorn (3 miles north-west) and Edgcott (3 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Aylesbury (10 miles east), Buckingham (10 miles north), Elmhurst (10 miles east), Southcourt (10 miles east), Princes Risborough (13 miles south-east) and Haydon Hill (9 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Bicester Community Hospital (5.8 miles north-west). Open spaces near Ludgershall include Upper Ray Meadows.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Questions from Ludgershall
Is Ludgershall too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Mary: can you come?
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 typically elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Can the van park on grass?
Generally, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Ludgershall?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Perfect for your wake in Ludgershall
It needs no kitchen at the hall or home.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Ludgershall book the van for events such as:
- Anniversary memorials
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Life celebrations
- A wake at the family home
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Mary, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- How much space the van takes up
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Allow for the service running over
- Check the hall has an urn
- Plan seating for older guests
- Mention allergies you know about
We start when you give the word, not to a rigid schedule.
Tea and coffee from the hall’s urn, or a friend’s tea table, goes well alongside.
Also near Ludgershall
What else we do in Ludgershall
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
Many wakes have sandwiches and cake. A hot meal can be more comforting. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Classic food your guests already know
- A clear quote before you book
- Quick service from the hatch
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
How the day works
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. In winter, it is dark in Ludgershall by about 3:55pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. In summer, there is daylight until about 9:25pm.
- 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.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for family and friends.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Let us know the serving time
Getting a price
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Your choice of menu
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A photo of the space and the way in
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can send us your details through our quote form.
What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not 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.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- 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