West Berkshire · England
Funeral and wake catering in Mill Green, West Berkshire
Funeral and wake catering in Mill Green: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Anniversary memorials
- Small family memorials
Fresh fish and chips in Mill Green
About our funeral and wake catering in Mill Green
We serve wakes at homes, halls, clubs and venues, wherever the van can park. Typical bookings include small family memorials and wakes at church halls and clubs, with pie and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips.
Near Mill Green, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your wake, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Area
- Mill Green (RG19)
- County
- West Berkshire
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
What happens on the day
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss. Summer evenings in Mill Green stay light until about 9:25pm, but in December it’s dark by about 4:00pm.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Get permission for the van from the venue
How to get a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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FAQs for Mill Green
How far is Mill Green from London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Peter?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is generally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Mill Green?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
How do we estimate numbers?
A rough estimate is enough to start. Your funeral director can help.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.
Wakes in Mill Green: venues and practical details
Mill Green is about 3 miles south of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. For a wake in Mill Green, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Mill Green. We cover 155 places across West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Mill Green to Reading (13 miles away).
Families holding a service at Church of St Peter frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
We serve wakes across RG19. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Headley (1 mile west), Goose Hill (1 mile east), Plastow Green (1 mile south), Crookham (1 mile north-east) and Heads Hill (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Newbury (4 miles north-west), Thatcham (3 miles north), Burghfield Common (8 miles east), Speenhamland (5 miles north-west), Hungerford (12 miles west) and Spencers Wood (12 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.6 miles north-west) and Old Chapel Textile Centre (1.7 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Ladle Hill and Thatcham Reed Beds.
- Local pubs include The Travellers Friend pub (1 mile north-east)
Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
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.
A chip van compared with other options
Next to a buffet, a van gives everyone a hot meal, and there is less waste when numbers are uncertain. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- All the chip-shop extras
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Events we cater in Mill Green
It suits all ages, from children to older relatives.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Small family memorials
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Wakes at venues
If relatives are coming by rail, Thatcham station, about 2 miles north, is the nearest station.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When payment is due
- The cancellation terms
- Whether travel is included
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Build in time for delays
- Choose a friend to be our contact
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Allow a little extra
Give us a contact for the day who is not a close family member.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Nearby places to Mill Green
Other occasions in Mill Green
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A spot near your guests
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
- 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