Kent · England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Manston
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 Manston.
- Gatherings after the committal
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Memorial gatherings
Fresh fish and chips in Manston
Common questions in Manston
Could you trade in Sandwich and Pegwell Bay?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you serve near the sea around Manston?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Manston?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Is the fish gluten-free?
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.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
How quickly can you come?
We understand the timescales, so send us the date and we will answer straight away.
What if timings change?
Yes. We start when you’re ready.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Funeral and wake catering in Manston, fried fresh
It is an informal meal, which suits a gathering where people mingle. Typical bookings include remembrance gatherings and gatherings after scattering ashes, with gravy, cod and chips and mushy peas.
In a small place like Manston, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Wakes in Manston: venues and practical details
Manston is about 2 miles west of Ramsgate, in Kent. Tell us where your wake in Manston will be, and we will plan the route and the parking spot before the day. Manston is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the nearest station is Thanet Parkway station, about 1.2 miles south. Local halls and clubs near Manston can host a wake if home is too small. Manston is within about 3 miles of the sea.
Wakes anywhere in CT12 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Streets in the area include High Street, The Meadows and Manston Road, and the van can serve a wake on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Nearby, we also serve wakes in Haine (1 mile north-east), Flete (1 mile north), Newington (1 mile east), Cliffs End (1 mile south) and Chilton (1 mile south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (13 miles west), Dover (15 miles south), Broadstairs (3 miles east), Whitstable (15 miles west), Deal (9 miles south) and Herne Bay (10 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum (0.9 miles west) and Ramsgate General Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Nearby schools include The Royal Harbour Academy (1.8 miles east)
- Local pubs include Lord of the Manor pub (0.9 miles south-east)
- Other local spots include Margate West (2.6 miles north)
For event organisers in Manston
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Planning the van’s spot
If a spot isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A spot near your guests
- A clear area by the serving hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
Other occasions in Manston
Why choose a fish and chip van in Manston?
Compared with a buffet, fish and chips is hot and simple, and there is less waste when numbers are uncertain. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your wake.
What you get with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- All the chip-shop extras
- A clear quote before booking
- No kitchen needed
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It’s battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
What affects the price in Manston
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Numbers
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Your choice of menu
- Distance and any road charges
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Allergies and diets you know about
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
The process
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, park on the agreed spot, and get on with frying and serving. In autumn and winter, it’s dark early in Manston; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- The family or funeral director sends us the date, place and numbers.
- We check the spot for the van and send a quote.
- We agree a time to arrive and when food should be ready, allowing for the service running over.
- We serve calmly from the hatch when everyone is ready.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly and leave the spot tidy.
How to prepare
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Getting a price
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. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Occasions we serve in Manston
For some families, it was a favourite meal.
In Manston and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Remembrance gatherings
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Wakes at home
For a service at a church like St. Catherine's Church, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- How much space the van takes up
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- 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