Bracknell Forest · England
Funeral and wake catering in Owlsmoor, Bracknell Forest
Funeral and wake catering in Owlsmoor: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Pub wakes
- Life celebrations
Funeral and wake catering for Owlsmoor events
Funeral and wake catering in Owlsmoor, cooked to order
It’s an informal meal, which suits a wake where people move around and talk. For wakes at home and small family memorials, we can cook cod and chips, sausage and chips and gravy and more.
For a wake in a place like Owlsmoor, the village hall is frequently the heart of it. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Where
- Owlsmoor (GU47, RG45)
- Region
- Bracknell Forest
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
After a funeral in Owlsmoor
Owlsmoor is about 1 mile north of Sandhurst, in Bracknell Forest. Give us the address of your wake in Owlsmoor, and we will plan the route and the parking spot before the day. We cover all 41 towns and villages across Bracknell Forest. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 10 miles away.
After a service at St George's Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
We serve wakes across the GU47 and RG45 postcode area. From Oak Avenue, South Road and Church Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. For wakes just outside Owlsmoor, we cover Sandhurst (1 mile south), College Town (1 mile south), Crowthorne (1 mile north-west), Blackwater (2 miles south) and Frogmore (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Bracknell (4 miles north), Wick Hill (5 miles north-east), Priestwood (5 miles north), Lawrence Hill (5 miles north), Binfield (5 miles north) and Quelm Park (5 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Pinewood Hospital (2 miles north) and Staff College Museum (1.9 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Wildmoor Heath and Horseshoe Lake.
- Schools near Owlsmoor include Sandhurst School (0.5 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Iron Duke pub (0.8 miles north-west)
- Local facilities include Royal Military Academy Library (1.4 miles south-east)
Towns and villages near Owlsmoor
What else we do in Owlsmoor
What affects the price in Owlsmoor
These are the factors that matter most:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Whether a minimum applies
- How long we serve
- Your choice of menu
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The address or venue name
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
A formal meal does not always suit. A van keeps it relaxed. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book with us
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A quote that spells everything out
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
What happens on the day
Changes on the day are fine: we’ll adjust start times and pace. Late-December sunset in Owlsmoor is about 3:55pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting near the van. 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 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 are done.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or GU47 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Plan for a few extra people
- Ensure older relatives can sit
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
- Keep the serving time flexible
Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground when choosing a serving time.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Owlsmoor
Which station is closest to Owlsmoor?
Sandhurst station, about 1.1 miles south-west of the centre.
Can you serve after a service at St George's 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 generally elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather does not stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
What if the service runs late?
We allow for it. We’ll agree a serving time and stay flexible.
Events we cater in Owlsmoor
It takes one job off a very long list.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Owlsmoor and Bracknell Forest:
- Life celebrations
- A wake at the family home
- Village hall wakes
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
If relatives are coming by rail, the nearest station is Sandhurst station, about 1.1 miles south-west.
What to look for in a quote
- The deadline for final numbers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The van’s size and access needs
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- 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