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Funeral and Wake Catering for Manor House 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 Manor House.
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Celebrations of life
Book the van in Manor House
Space, access and the venue
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
Manor House is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Manor House
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Manor House
Services often run over, so we stay flexible. We serve pie and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for memorial gatherings and wakes at church halls and clubs.
Wakes in Manor House are often at home, a church hall or a pub with a yard. We need somewhere the van can park legally and safely, which we can help you think through. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
- Area
- Manor House (N4, N16, N15)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Ask the venue about the van
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Let us know of any allergies
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
Ensure older relatives can sit to eat.
Photos or a memory book give people something to share.
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
What happens on the day
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts right on schedule. In autumn and winter, it is dark early in Manor House; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Clear the route for the van
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For warm food after a funeral, fish and chips from a van works well. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Bookings across Greater London, including Manor House
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
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.
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Manor House
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Olave: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What’s the nearest station to Manor House?
Harringay Green Lanes station, in Manor House itself.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is usually simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
How do you handle allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
Is grass a problem?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can the van come to Manor House?
We do. We serve events in Manor House and across Greater London. Send us your date to check availability.
Wakes in Manor House: venues and practical details
Manor House is about 1 mile north of Highbury, in Greater London. Whether your wake is in the middle of Manor House or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Manor House is one of 764 places in Greater London where we bring the van.
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Olave or Church of St Andrew, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short. If relatives are coming by rail, Harringay Green Lanes station serves Manor House directly.
This part of Greater London takes in N4, N16 and N15, so your wake can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Vale Road, Eade Road and Swan Lane, and the van can serve a wake on any of them with a suitable parking spot. You will find Manor House on the A503, so it is easy for us to reach with the van. Nearby, we also serve wakes in Harringay (1 mile north), St Ann's (1 mile north-east), Stoke Newington (1 mile south-east), Stamford Hill (1 mile east) and West Green (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include London (5 miles south), City of Westminster (5 miles south-west), Marylebone (4 miles south-west), Kensington (7 miles south-west), St Pancras (3 miles south) and Shoreditch (3 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include City of London Maternity Hospital (1 mile west) and Arsenal Football Club Museum (1.2 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Woodberry Wetlands and Highgate Hill.
- Schools near Manor House include Woodberry Down School (less than half a mile east) and Arts and Media School Islington (0.9 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find Beaconsfield pub (within half a mile north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Hornsey (1.1 miles north-west)
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Manor House?
It is warm, simple food that almost everyone enjoys.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Manor House and Greater London:
- Small family memorials
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Wakes at home
- Wakes at venues
A club or hall near Manor House gives space for everyone and parking for the van.
What your quote should include
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- A clear list of what’s included
- Any minimum charge
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- 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