Medway · England
Funeral and wake catering in Mockbeggar, Medway
We bring fish and chips for the wake to Mockbeggar and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- A tribute meal
- Family meals after the service
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
Funeral and wake catering for Mockbeggar events
Events we cater in Mockbeggar
There is little waste, because food is cooked to order.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Family meals after the service
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Wakes at venues
If relatives are coming by rail, Higham station, about 1.2 miles west, is the nearest station.
Comparing caterers
- The deadline for final numbers
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- A clear list of what’s included
- The service time, and the cost of running over
About our funeral and wake catering in Mockbeggar
We work quietly and simply. We park discreetly and serve when people are ready. Popular choices include pie and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater anniversary memorials and a wake at the family home.
Near Mockbeggar, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
For event organisers in Mockbeggar
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Allow for the service running over
- Ensure older relatives can sit
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
Seats for older guests near the hall or house help.
A favourite cake can be a lovely touch.
Mockbeggar: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Mockbeggar?
Higham station, about 1.2 miles west of the centre.
Can the van park in Broomhill Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
How much space do you need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you come to Mockbeggar?
We do. We serve events in Mockbeggar and across Medway. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Can the wake be at home?
Yes. Send us a photo of the drive or the road outside.
Can someone else arrange it?
Yes. We can work with whoever is helping you.
How many people should we cater for?
A rough estimate is enough to start. Your funeral director can help.
Also near Mockbeggar
What else we do in Mockbeggar
What affects the price in Mockbeggar
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The length of service
- Any minimum charge
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Access and parking
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A picture of where the van would go
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, send us your details through our quote form.
Step by step
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Late-December sunset in Mockbeggar is about 3:50pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. Summer wakes have daylight well into the evening.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Mockbeggar: halls, homes and travel
Mockbeggar is about 2 miles north of Rochester, in Medway. From the centre of Mockbeggar to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We serve all 68 towns and villages in Medway. Our bookings stretch from Mockbeggar to London (about 26 miles away).
Local halls and clubs near Mockbeggar can host a wake if home is too small.
For wakes in ME3, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Local streets include Bunters Hill Road and Town Road; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Nearby, we also serve wakes in Cliffe Woods (1 mile north-east), Lower Higham (1 mile west), Church Street (2 miles north-west), Higham (2 miles west) and Gadshill (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Gillingham (5 miles south-east), Chatham (5 miles south), Rainham (7 miles south-east), Luton (4 miles south-east), Park Wood (7 miles south-east) and Lordswood (6 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Upnor Castle (1.8 miles south-east) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
- Schools near Mockbeggar include Temple School (1.1 miles south) and Strood Academy (2 miles south-west)
- Local facilities include City of Rochester-upon-Medway (2 miles south)
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A sit-down meal can feel formal. A van keeps it relaxed. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Why us?
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A clear quote before you book
- Quick service from the hatch
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Confirmation that the van can park there
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
Takeaway run or book a van?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
- 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