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Funeral and Wake Catering for Payden Street events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Funeral and wake catering in Payden Street.
- Life celebrations
- Village hall wakes
- A tribute meal
Funeral and wake catering in Payden Street
Funeral and wake catering in Payden Street, cooked to order
We understand that timings on the day can move, so we stay flexible. We serve mushy peas, cod and chips and pie and chips, and we are frequently booked for gatherings after the committal and pub wakes.
For a wake near Payden Street, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the van in the yard or car park. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
Occasions we serve in Payden Street
There’s no kitchen work for anyone.
Whatever the occasion in Payden Street, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re often booked for:
- Wakes at venues
- Family meals after the service
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Remembrance gatherings
For a service at a church like Church of St Margaret, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Comparing caterers
- The van’s size and access needs
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- Payment terms and deposit
- How allergens are handled
About the food
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Places near Payden Street
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Step by step
The first sign we’ve arrived is typically the smell, about the time the first guests wander across. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. Summer evenings in Payden Street stay light until about 9:15pm, but in December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so plan lighting near the door.
- It starts with the date, where the wake is and roughly how many.
- You get an access check and a quote, without fuss.
- We plan a flexible serving time around the service.
- We park discreetly and fry fresh as people arrive.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly and leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Ask for a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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Can’t 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 a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The length of service
- How far we travel
- Numbers
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Allergies and diets you know about
Each quote is put together for your wake. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
Why choose a fish and chip van in Payden Street?
A sit-down meal can feel formal. Fish and chips lets people mingle. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- A quote that spells everything out
- A menu almost everyone likes
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
After a funeral in Payden Street
Payden Street is about 6 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Across the ME17 area, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. We take the van to 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the nearest station is Lenham station, about 2.3 miles south-west. Payden Street is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
Wherever your wake is in ME17, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. If your venue is just outside Payden Street, we also cover Warren Street (1 mile south-east), Woodside Green (1 mile west), West Street (1 mile west), Wichling (1 mile north) and Cold Harbour (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles west), Ashford (9 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (6 miles north), Whitstable (14 miles north-east) and Faversham (7 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Newnham Castle (3.2 miles north-east).
- Pubs nearby include The Harrow pub (0.8 miles south-east)
For event organisers in Payden Street
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
Payden Street: your questions answered
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Payden Street from London?
About 40 miles from central London.
How long will the queue be?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes, many families prefer that.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
Contact us as soon as you can. We’ll tell you straight away whether we are available.
Can the wake be at home?
Frequently, yes. Tell us about parking at the house.
Can the van come to Payden Street?
We do. We serve events in Payden Street and across Kent. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
- 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