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Funeral and Wake Catering in Mugswell
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, fish and chips for the wake makes the food a highlight of your wake in Mugswell.
- Life celebrations
- Pub wakes
- Gatherings after the committal
Funeral and wake catering for Mugswell events
Funeral and wake catering in Mugswell, cooked to order
We serve wakes at homes, halls, clubs and venues. Typical bookings include gatherings after the committal and small family memorials, with mushy peas, cod and chips and pie and chips.
In Mugswell, a hall with parking is often the easiest option, though home can work with a drive. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
- Where
- Mugswell (CR5)
- Region
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The number of meals
- Cod, haddock or both
- Whether a minimum applies
- Access and parking
Larger groups typically cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the event is
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Anything awkward about the way in
Each quote is put together for your wake. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
After a funeral in Mugswell
Mugswell is about 3 miles north of Reigate, in Greater London. From the centre of Mugswell to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We serve all 764 towns and villages in Greater London. Our nearest city page is London, about 16 miles away.
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of Jesus Christ and the Wisdom of God, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short. Mugswell is within about 6 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
Anywhere in CR5, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Gatton (1 mile south-east), Hooley (2 miles north-east), Merstham (2 miles east), South Merstham (2 miles south-east) and Netherne on-the-Hill (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Kensington (15 miles north), Brompton (15 miles north), Stockwell (14 miles north), Orpington (15 miles north-east), Wimbledon (10 miles north) and Kennington (14 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Surrey Fire Museum (2.4 miles south) and The Belfry (2.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Mugswell include Reigate Heath and Colley Hill.
- Nearby schools include St Bede's School (2.1 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Well House Inn (within half a mile north)
Towns and villages near Mugswell
Also in Mugswell
Space, access and the venue
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- A short walk from the party
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Access wide and high enough for the van
As a London location, Mugswell is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a simple, comforting meal at a wake, a chip van is a gentle choice. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why book our van in Mugswell
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No surprises in your quote
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Who books funeral and wake catering in Mugswell?
It’s warm, simple food that almost everyone enjoys.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Celebrations of life
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Family meals after the service
- Anniversary memorials
Relatives arriving by train should know that Kingswood station is about 1.3 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The deposit and payment dates
- Allergen information for each item
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
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.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Let someone else talk to us on the day
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Make sure older relatives can sit
- Plan for a few extra people
Afterwards, we leave quietly.
Somewhere quiet to sit helps some guests.
Step by step
Serving is straightforward: everything is handed over hot from the hatch. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. Late-December sunset in Mugswell is about 3:55pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting near the van. In summer, there is daylight until about 9:20pm.
- We start with a few details about your wake.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for family and friends.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Share the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
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Mugswell: your questions answered
Can the van park in Eyhurst Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Can the van go to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Of course. We’re happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
Is short notice a problem?
Ask as soon as you have the date. We will tell you straight away whether we’re available.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
What do you bring?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
- 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