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Funeral and Wake Catering in Neames Forstal
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Funeral and wake catering in Neames Forstal.
- Gatherings after the committal
- Remembrance gatherings
- Village hall wakes
Fresh fish and chips in Neames Forstal
Wake catering near Neames Forstal
Neames Forstal is about 4 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. We serve wakes at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Neames Forstal and nearby villages. Neames Forstal is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
After a service at Church of St Mary, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Neames Forstal; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
Wakes anywhere in ME13 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. Whether your wake is on Selling Road, Sondes Court and Haze Wood Close or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside Neames Forstal, we also cover South Street (1 mile north-east), Gushmere (1 mile north-west), Crouch (1 mile north), Oversland (1 mile north-east) and Selling (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (10 miles south), Canterbury (6 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Faversham (4 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (10 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.4 miles south) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.9 miles east). The countryside around Neames Forstal includes Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Local pubs include The Sondes Arms (under half a mile north)
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Neames Forstal
Funerals are frequently arranged at short notice, so contact us as soon as you can. Typical bookings include small family memorials and family gatherings after a burial or cremation, serving gravy, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
For a wake near Neames Forstal, a farmhouse or village hall often works well. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
FAQs for Neames Forstal
Can the van park in Mount Ephraim Gardens?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Which station is closest to Neames Forstal?
Neames Forstal has its own station: Selling station.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
How do you handle allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your wake in Neames Forstal. In summer, a wake in Neames Forstal has light until about 9:15pm, while winter afternoons darken by about 3:50pm, so plan lighting near the door.
- You, or your funeral director, tell us the date, the place and rough numbers.
- You get an access check and a quote, without fuss.
- We agree a time to arrive and when food should be ready, allowing for the service running over.
- We serve calmly from the hatch when everyone is ready.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly and leave the spot tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Planners, venues and businesses
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Perfect for your wake in Neames Forstal
For some families, it was a favourite meal.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are frequently booked for:
- A tribute meal
- Memorial gatherings
- Wakes at home
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
For family travelling by train, there’s a station right in Neames Forstal: Selling station.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and deposit
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The van’s size and access needs
- The cancellation terms
Where the van can park in Neames Forstal
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- A short walk from the party
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
How we price fish and chips for the wake
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Access and parking
- The date and time of year
- The length of service
- The minimum booking
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Should I sort the food myself?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
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.
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A fish and chip van or other catering?
A sit-down meal can feel formal. A van keeps it relaxed. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Why Neames Forstal hosts choose us
- Hot food handed straight over
- All the chip-shop extras
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- A clear quote before you book
Take a look at our prices page and what a fish and chip van costs.
- 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