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Funeral and wake catering in Preston, Kent
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, fish and chips for the wake makes the food a highlight of your wake in Preston.
- Small family memorials
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Remembrance gatherings
Fresh fish and chips in Preston
About our funeral and wake catering in Preston
We keep it calm and simple. We arrive at the agreed time, park discreetly and serve when you’re ready. Whether it is memorial events and anniversaries and small family memorials, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, gravy and mushy peas and more.
For a wake in a place like Preston, the village hall is frequently the heart of it. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer before booking.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
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 normally simpler.
Nearby places to Preston
What else we do in Preston
About the food
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Where the van can park in Preston
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
For event organisers in Preston
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Preston
Can you serve after a service at St Catherine's Church?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Can the van park in Oare Meadow?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Yes, many families prefer that.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Preston?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your wake and we’ll send a quote.
What if the service runs late?
We plan for delays. We’ll agree a serving time and stay flexible.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. See all areas.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Can the wake be at home?
Frequently, yes. Send us a picture of the drive or the road outside.
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Preston?
It works for everyone, from children to older relatives.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Preston book the van for events such as:
- Wakes at home
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Pub wakes
- Celebrations of life
After a service at St Catherine's Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Questions to ask before booking
- How many hours the van serves
- What the price includes, item by item
- The cancellation terms
- Whether travel is included
Wake catering near Preston
Preston is about 7 miles south-west of Whitstable, in Kent. Bookings in Preston come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve 922 places across Kent. We serve events right across the region, from Preston to Canterbury (about 8 miles away).
Relatives driving in can use the A2 and A251 to reach Preston. For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Preston has its own station, Faversham station.
Here we cover the ME13 postcode area, and we can serve your wake anywhere in it. Local streets include Back Lane, Quay Lane and Park Road; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Preston is on the A2 and A251, which makes the journey straightforward. Other places close to Preston we cover include Faversham (1 mile north-west), The Brents (1 mile north), Davington (1 mile north-west), Ospringe (1 mile west) and Whitehill (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (8 miles east), Sittingbourne (7 miles west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Herne Bay (11 miles east) and Minster (8 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Newnham Castle (4.3 miles south-west).
- Local schools include Ethelbert Road Primary School (within half a mile west)
- Pubs nearby include The Elephant pub (within half a mile west)
The process
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch. Afterwards we pack up. In autumn and winter, it is dark early in Preston; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- The family or funeral director sends us the date, place and numbers.
- We check the spot for the van and send a quote.
- We plan a flexible serving time around the service.
- We serve calmly from the hatch when everyone is ready.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly and leave the spot tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Get a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Ask your funeral director to help estimate numbers
- Allow for the service running over
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
- Choose a friend to be our contact
Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground when choosing a serving time.
Photos or a memory book give people something to share.
A chip van compared with other options
Next to a buffet, a van gives everyone a hot meal, and there is less waste when numbers are uncertain. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Why book our van in Preston
- A clear quote before you book
- Classic food your guests already know
- Bookings across Kent, including Preston
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
See our prices page and the cost guide.
- 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