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Funeral and wake catering in Mortlake, Greater London
Planning fish and chips for the wake in Mortlake? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- A tribute meal
- Memorial events and anniversaries
Fresh fish and chips in Mortlake
Perfect for your wake in Mortlake
It is warm, simple food that almost everyone enjoys.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Mortlake, people book us for events such as:
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Anniversary memorials
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Gatherings after the committal
Relatives driving in can use the A3003 to reach Mortlake.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- VAT, if it applies
- The deposit and payment dates
- How allergens are handled
How our funeral and wake catering works in Mortlake
The wake can be at home, at a village hall or club, or at a venue with space outside. For wakes at church halls and clubs and gatherings after scattering ashes, we can cook pie and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
In Mortlake, a hall with parking is often the easiest option, though home can work with a drive. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Area
- Mortlake (SW14, SW13, SW15)
- County
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Towns and villages near Mortlake
Other occasions in Mortlake
Wake catering near Mortlake
Mortlake is about 3 miles west of Fulham, in Greater London. People in Mortlake book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Mortlake to London (about 8 miles away).
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, there is a station right in Mortlake: Mortlake station. After a service at All Saints' Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Here we cover the SW14, SW13 and SW15 postcode area, so your wake can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Elm Road, Well Lane and Coval Road; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Main roads around Mortlake include the A3003, which makes travel to your wake easy. We also bring the van to wakes in East Sheen (1 mile south-west), North Sheen (1 mile north-west), Barnes (1 mile north-east), Grove Park (1 mile north) and Roehampton (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (8 miles east), City of Westminster (6 miles north-east), Marylebone (6 miles north-east), Kensington (4 miles north-east), St Pancras (8 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (9 miles north-east).
A little further out are Barnes Hospital (within half a mile east) and Ubuntu Museum: African Museum of Humanity (1.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Mortlake include Richmond Hill and Kew Gardens Lake.
- Nearby schools include Richmond Park Academy (within half a mile south-east) and Ibstock Place School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include Hare and Hounds pub (less than half a mile south-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Acton (2.8 miles north)
How we price fish and chips for the wake
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- How long we serve
- The day of the week
- Cod, haddock or both
- Distance and any road charges
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- Your date and serving time
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Planning fish and chips for the wake in Mortlake? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
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. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Looking after everyone
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Keep the serving time flexible
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Name a contact for the day who isn’t close family
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
When everyone has eaten, we pack up quietly.
A table of photos helps people talk.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Mortlake questions
Can you serve after a service at All Saints' Church?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Can the van park in Palewell Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Can you be flexible on the day?
Of course. We serve when people are ready.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, Greater London included. See all areas.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes. We can work with whoever is helping you.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can the van come to Mortlake?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Mortlake and across Greater London. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Step by step
You’ll know we’re ready when the smell of frying drifts over. After that, it’s a steady flow to the hatch. Late-December sunset in Mortlake is about 3:55pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. In summer, there’s daylight until about 9:20pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Clear the route for the van
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Where the van can park in Mortlake
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A spot near your guests
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Access wide and high enough for the van
As a London location, Mortlake is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A formal meal doesn’t always suit. Fish and chips lets people mingle. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
What you get with us
- All the chip-shop extras
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Hot food handed straight over
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
- 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