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Funeral and wake catering in Reculver, Kent
We bring fish and chips for the wake to Reculver and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Gatherings after the committal
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
Funeral and wake catering in Reculver
Funeral and wake catering in Reculver, fried fresh
After a funeral, people want somewhere to gather and something comforting to eat. For many families, fish and chips is exactly that. We’re frequently asked to cater wakes at church halls and clubs and scattering of ashes gatherings, with cod and chips, gravy and mushy peas.
Near Reculver, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Where the van can park in Reculver
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
Towns and villages near Reculver
More for events in Reculver
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
For planners, venues and organisers
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.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
After a funeral in Reculver
Reculver is about 3 miles east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Reculver is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 8 miles away.
For family travelling by train, Herne Bay station, about 3.5 miles west, is the nearest station. Reculver is within about 3 miles of the sea.
We take the van to wakes all over CT6. We can serve a wake on streets such as Reculver Lane and Cherry Blossom Drive or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. If your venue is just outside Reculver, we also cover Bishopstone (1 mile west), Hillborough (1 mile south-west), Hawthorn (2 miles south-west), Beltinge (2 miles west) and Highstead (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (8 miles south-west), Margate (8 miles east), Ramsgate (10 miles east), Broadstairs (10 miles east), Whitstable (7 miles west) and Deal (14 miles south-east).
- Local pubs include The King Ethelbert Inn (within half a mile north-east)
Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Occasions we serve in Reculver
It’s one less thing to organise at a difficult time.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
If the funeral is at a church such as St Mary's Church, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
What your quote should include
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- How allergens are handled
- Whether travel is included
- Any minimum charge
Step by step
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Then everything is fried to order, so we time it to your schedule. In summer, a wake in Reculver has light until about 9:15pm, but in December it is dark by about 3:50pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose a fish and chip van in Reculver?
A sit-down meal can feel formal. Fish and chips lets people mingle. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Why Reculver hosts choose us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A clear quote before booking
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
Reculver: your questions answered
How far is Reculver from London?
About 56 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Could you trade in Bishopstone Cliffs?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
What does the van need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Can the wake be at home?
Yes, with a suitable spot for the van.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
What a fish and chip van costs
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The minimum booking
- The length of service
- How easy the site is to reach
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and time of the event
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of where the van would go
Send us the date, the address or CT6 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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