Oxfordshire · England
Funeral and wake catering in Oakley, Oxfordshire
Looking for fish and chips for the wake in Oakley? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Gatherings after the committal
- A wake at the family home
- Life celebrations
Book the van in Oakley
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Funeral and wake catering in Oakley, fried fresh
We keep it calm and simple. We arrive at the agreed time, park discreetly and serve when you are ready. Whether it is remembering a loved one’s favourite food and celebrations of life, we can cook haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas for your guests.
In Oakley, the hall or the family home is a natural choice. Let us know where the van can go. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Area
- Oakley (OX39)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
DIY versus a fish and chip van
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The menu and how many choices
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Dietary needs, with numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to 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.
Arranging a wake in Oakley
Oakley is about 4 miles south-east of Thame, in Oxfordshire. From the centre of Oakley to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We take the van to 443 places in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Oakley to Oxford (14 miles away).
If relatives are coming by rail, Princes Risborough station is about 3.5 miles away. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Oakley, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Wakes anywhere in OX39 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. We can serve a wake on streets such as Mill Lane, Beech Road and Oakley Lane, as long as there is somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to wakes in Crowell (1 mile south-west), Kingston Blount (1 mile south-west), Crowell Hill (1 mile south-east), Aston Rowant (2 miles south-west) and Postcombe (3 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Oxford (14 miles west), Didcot (15 miles south-west), Thame (4 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (12 miles south), Benson (10 miles south-west) and Headington Quarry (13 miles west).
A little further out are Thame Community Hospital (3.8 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Bald Hill and Oakley Hill nature reserve.
- Nearby, you will find The Wheatsheaf pub (under half a mile south-east)
Why choose a fish and chip van in Oakley?
Next to a buffet, a van gives everyone a hot meal, and there’s less waste when numbers are uncertain. Larger groups usually cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book with us
- Events in Oakley and across Oxfordshire
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Quick service from the hatch
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Towns and villages near Oakley
More for events in Oakley
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Choose a friend to be our contact
- Allow for the service running over
- Cater for a few more than you expect
We arrive in good time and park discreetly.
Somewhere quiet to sit helps some guests.
How the day works
You do not need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your wake. We handle the cooking and serving. A wake in Oakley in late autumn or winter may run into the dark, with sunset about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December, so a lit path to the van is a kindness to older guests.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Related guides
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
Oakley questions
Which station is closest to Oakley?
The closest is Princes Risborough station, roughly 3.5 miles away.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Andrew?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Can you be flexible on the day?
Of course. We start when you’re ready.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we’ll confirm what we need.
Can the van come to Oakley?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Oakley and across Oxfordshire. Send us your date to check availability.
- 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