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Funeral and Wake Catering for Mislingford events
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book fish and chips for the wake in Mislingford.
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Village hall wakes
- A tribute meal
A chip van near Mislingford
Funeral and wake catering in Mislingford, fried fresh
A wake needs warm, simple food. Fish and chips is familiar and comforting. Typical bookings include wakes at venues and village hall wakes, serving cod and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas.
For a wake near Mislingford, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
For planners, venues and organisers
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Perfect for your wake in Mislingford
There is no kitchen work for anyone.
Whatever the occasion in Mislingford, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are frequently booked for:
- Pub wakes
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Celebrations of life
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
For family travelling by train, Botley station, about 4 miles west, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- When final numbers are due
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Payment terms and deposit
Food your guests will love
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Next to a buffet, fish and chips is hot and simple, and there’s less waste when numbers are uncertain. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Why Mislingford hosts choose us
- We cover Mislingford and the whole of Hampshire
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the wake.
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What else we do in Mislingford
How the day works
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace. In winter, it is dark in Mislingford by about 4:00pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. In summer, there is daylight until about 9:20pm.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- 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.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Share the timings for the day
How to get a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your wake, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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FAQs for Mislingford
Is Mislingford too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Mislingford close to London?
Roughly 61 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Do you serve wakes at home?
Yes, if there is somewhere level and firm to park the van close to the house.
How quickly can you come?
Contact us as soon as you can. We will tell you right away whether we are available.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Arranging a wake in Mislingford
Mislingford is about 5 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. Mislingford is well within our area, so your wake just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. Mislingford is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Mislingford to Southampton (10 miles away).
Here we cover the PO17 postcode area, so your wake can be anywhere in it. If your venue is just outside Mislingford, we also cover Kingsmead (1 mile south), Woodend (1 mile south-east), Hill Grove (1 mile north), Shirrell Heath (1 mile west) and Swanmore (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (11 miles north-west), Gosport (9 miles south), Havant (9 miles south-east), Eastleigh (8 miles west), Fareham (5 miles south) and Horndean (7 miles east).
A little further out are Knowle Hospital (3.6 miles south-west) and Bishop's Waltham Museum (2.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near Mislingford include St Clair's Meadow.
- Local pubs include The Roebuck pub (0.9 miles south)
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Mislingford
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
Looking after everyone
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Allow a little extra
- Allow for the service running over
- Have chairs for those who need them
- Mention allergies you know about
Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground when choosing a serving time.
A quiet room away from the crowd is a kindness.
- 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