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Funeral and Wake Catering in Marlpit Hill
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 Marlpit Hill.
- Pub wakes
- Family meals after the service
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
Funeral and wake catering in Marlpit Hill
Funeral and wake catering in Marlpit Hill, cooked to order
A wake needs warm, simple food. Fish and chips is familiar and comforting. We’re frequently asked to cater celebrations of life and wakes at church halls and clubs, serving haddock and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas.
For a wake near Marlpit Hill, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Who books funeral and wake catering in Marlpit Hill?
It suits all ages, from children to older relatives.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Marlpit Hill book the van for occasions like:
- Pub wakes
- Wakes at home
- Anniversary memorials
- Village hall wakes
Relatives arriving by train should know that Edenbridge station serves Marlpit Hill directly.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- VAT, if it applies
- What happens if plans change
- Payment terms and deposit
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
For event organisers in Marlpit Hill
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
What affects the price in Marlpit Hill
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Distance and any road charges
- Service time
- Cod, haddock or both
- Access and parking
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
What to tell us
The more we know about your wake, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The address or venue name
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The date and time of the event
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your wake, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Wake catering near Marlpit Hill
Marlpit Hill is about 7 miles north-east of East Grinstead, in Kent. Give us the address of your wake in Marlpit Hill, and we will plan access and set-up. Marlpit Hill is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 21 miles away.
For a service at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests. Marlpit Hill is within about 8 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Anywhere in TN8, we can bring the van to you. That could mean a wake at a home on Pit Lane, Main Road and Meadow Lane, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Marlpit Hill we cover include Mowshurst (1 mile east), Edenbridge (1 mile south), Troy Town (1 mile west), Pootings (1 mile north-east) and Four Elms (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (7 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-east), Tonbridge (9 miles east), Swanley (14 miles north), Kings Hill (15 miles east) and Paddock Wood (14 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Haxted Watermill Museum (1.9 miles south-west) and Hever Castle (2.8 miles south-east).
- Local pubs include The Swan pub (under half a mile north-west)
Places near Marlpit Hill
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Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Food your guests will love
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.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely with a pie.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a simple, comforting meal at a wake, a chip van is a gentle choice. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Bookings across Kent, including Marlpit Hill
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No surprises in your quote
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
Questions from Marlpit Hill
Which station is closest to Marlpit Hill?
Marlpit Hill has its own station: Edenbridge station.
How far is Marlpit Hill from London?
Roughly 21 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children usually love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
What if timings change?
Yes. We start when you are ready.
Do you come to Marlpit Hill?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Marlpit Hill is within our area and the rest of Kent. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
How it works
There’s very little for you to do on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your wake. The frying and serving are down to us. A wake in Marlpit Hill in late autumn or winter may run into the dark, with sunset about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for family and friends.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Let us know the serving time
Ask for a quote
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your wake, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
Read more
- 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