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Funeral and Wake Catering for Paulsgrove events
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Funeral and wake catering in Paulsgrove.
- Anniversary memorials
- Wakes at venues
- A wake at the family home
Funeral and wake catering for Paulsgrove events
How our funeral and wake catering works in Paulsgrove
Funerals are frequently arranged at short notice, so get in touch as soon as you can. We’re frequently asked to cater a tribute meal and remembrance gatherings, with cod and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips.
For a wake in a place like Paulsgrove, the village hall is frequently the heart of it, and its car park suits the van. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
- Location
- Paulsgrove (PO6)
- County
- Portsmouth
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
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’s crisp.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the wake.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
Next to a buffet, fish and chips is hot and simple, which helps when numbers are hard to predict. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book with us
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- No surprises in your quote
- We cover Paulsgrove and the whole of Portsmouth
- All the chip-shop extras
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Paulsgrove?
For some families, it was a favourite meal.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Paulsgrove and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Family meals after the service
- A tribute meal
- Remembrance gatherings
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
Relatives driving in can use the M27 and A27 to reach Paulsgrove.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Whether VAT is included
- Allergen information for each item
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Any minimum charge
- The length of service
- The number of meals
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and time of the event
- Where the van would park
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Still finalising the details? No problem: tell us the basics about your wake, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
The process
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot when you are ready to eat. A wake in Paulsgrove in late autumn or winter may run into the dark, with sunset about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December, so a lit path to the van is a kindness to older guests.
- It starts with the date, where the wake is and roughly how many.
- We check where the van can park and send a clear price.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Wake catering near Paulsgrove
Paulsgrove is about 3 miles north of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. From the centre of Paulsgrove to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We serve all 19 towns and villages across Portsmouth, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 14 miles away.
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the closest railway station is Cosham station, roughly 1.2 miles south-east of the centre. After a service at St Michael and All Angels, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone. Paulsgrove is within about 5 miles of the sea, and for many families fish and chips brings back memories of the seaside.
Wakes anywhere in PO6 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. We can serve a wake on streets such as Bourne Road, Ludlow Road and Farmlea Road, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Paulsgrove sits on or near the M27 and A27, which makes travel to your wake easy. For wakes just outside Paulsgrove, we cover Wymering (1 mile east), Cosham (1 mile east), Hilsea (2 miles south-east), Widley (2 miles east) and Purbrook Heath (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Portsmouth (3 miles south), Southsea (5 miles south), Milton (4 miles south), Landport (3 miles south), Baffins (3 miles south-east) and Portsea (4 miles south).
A little further out are Queen Alexandra Hospital (1.1 miles east) and World War I Remembrance Centre (2.2 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.
- Schools near Paulsgrove include Castle View Academy (0.7 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find The Sir Alec Rose pub (0.6 miles south)
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Let us know of any allergies
- Keep the serving time flexible
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
Afterwards, we leave quietly.
Some families add a favourite dessert or cake.
For planners, venues and organisers
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
Paulsgrove questions
How far is Paulsgrove from London?
About 62 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can the van park in Alexandra Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
Wakes are frequently arranged quickly, so ask and we’ll reply quickly.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your wake and we will send a quote.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
How long are you on site?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Nearby places to Paulsgrove
More for events in Paulsgrove
- 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