Kent · England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Ram Lane
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, fish and chips for the wake makes the food a highlight of your wake in Ram Lane.
- Pub wakes
- Celebrations of life
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
Book the van in Ram Lane
About our funeral and wake catering in Ram Lane
Someone else can make the booking for you. For life celebrations and anniversary memorials, we’ll put together a menu of gravy, pie and chips and sausage and chips for your guests.
For a wake near Ram Lane, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
Step by step
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your guests, which we agree with you beforehand. In summer, a wake in Ram Lane has light until about 9:15pm, while winter afternoons darken by about 3:50pm, so plan lighting near the door.
- You, or your funeral director, tell us the date, the place and rough numbers.
- We check the spot for the van and send a quote.
- We plan a flexible serving time around the service.
- We park discreetly and fry fresh as people arrive.
- When everyone has eaten, we clear up and go.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Getting 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, send us your details through our quote form.
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Cannot 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.
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.
Who books funeral and wake catering in Ram Lane?
There is no kitchen work for anyone.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Ram Lane book the van for events such as:
- Family meals after the service
- Celebrations of life
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Anniversary memorials
For family travelling by train, the closest railway station is Charing station, roughly 1.8 miles north-west of the centre.
What your quote should include
- Any minimum charge
- Whether VAT is included
- How many hours the van serves
- When final numbers are due
Wakes in Ram Lane: venues and practical details
Ram Lane is about 4 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. Bookings in Ram Lane come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
Ram Lane is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Wakes anywhere in TN26 and TN25 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. Other places close to Ram Lane we cover include Tutt Hill (1 mile south-east), Westwell Leacon (1 mile north-west), Hothfield (1 mile south), Westwell (1 mile east) and Potters Corner (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (14 miles north-west), Ashford (4 miles south-east), Canterbury (13 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north), Whitstable (15 miles north-east) and Faversham (9 miles north).
A little further out are County Square (3.6 miles south-east) and William Harvey Hospital (5.4 miles south-east).
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Keep the serving time flexible
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Check the hall has an urn
- Name a contact for the day who is not close family
Afterwards, we leave quietly.
Somewhere quiet to sit helps some guests.
Towns and villages near Ram Lane
More for events in Ram Lane
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. It’s battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How easy the site is to reach
- How long we serve
- The date and time of year
- Cod, haddock or both
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the space and the way in
Planning fish and chips for the wake in Ram Lane? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
FAQs for Ram Lane
Is Ram Lane close to London?
Roughly 45 miles from the centre of London.
Which station is closest to Ram Lane?
Charing station, about 1.8 miles north-west of the centre.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we will plan for them.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
What do you bring?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
How many people should we cater for?
Start with a rough number, and we’ll firm it up nearer the day.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Compared with a buffet, fish and chips is hot and simple, which helps when numbers are hard to predict. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Events in Ram Lane and across Kent
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
For event organisers in Ram Lane
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
- 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