Isle of Wight · England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Rookley Green
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book fish and chips for the wake in Rookley Green.
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Wakes at venues
A chip van near Rookley Green
Common questions in Rookley Green
Is Rookley Green too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Rookley Green?
The closest is Shanklin station, roughly 4.6 miles away.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
We understand the timescales, so ask and we will reply quickly.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
What if timings change?
Yes. We serve when people are ready.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Rookley Green
Someone else can make the booking for you, so you have one less thing to do. For pub wakes and wakes at church halls and clubs, we can cook sausage and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas and more.
Near Rookley Green, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet.
- Where
- Rookley Green (PO38)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Why choose a fish and chip van in Rookley Green?
Some venues offer wake menus. A van works at home or at a hall. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Events in Rookley Green and across the Isle of Wight
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
Rookley Green is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we’ll plan the journey.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
Events we cater in Rookley Green
There is no kitchen work for anyone.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Rookley Green book the van for occasions like:
- Pub wakes
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Gatherings after the committal
- Memorial gatherings
For family travelling by train, Shanklin station is about 4.6 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- When final numbers are due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What happens if plans change
- Any travel, parking or access charges
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- How far we travel
- The minimum booking
- The menu and how many choices
- The number of meals
A chip van often 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
The more we know about your wake, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- The venue or postcode
- Your date and serving time
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Rookley Green? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Rookley Green: halls, homes and travel
Rookley Green is about 3 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Tell us where your wake in Rookley Green will be, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. We take the van to 125 places across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Rookley Green to Southampton (19 miles away).
Rookley Green is within about 5 miles of the sea.
Here we cover the PO38 postcode area. That could mean a wake at a home on Niton Road and Harts Lane or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. If your venue is just outside Rookley Green, we also cover Rookley (1 mile north), Godshill (1 mile south-east), Merstone (1 mile north-east), Blackwater (2 miles north) and Sandford (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Newport (3 miles north), Ryde (7 miles north-east), Cowes (8 miles north), Sandown (5 miles east), Shanklin (5 miles east) and Ventnor (5 miles south-east). For a wake at a remote spot, let us know early and we will plan the trip.
Nearby you’ll also find Isle of Wight Glass Museum (2.5 miles north-east) and Whitecroft Hospital (1.8 miles north-west). Open spaces near Rookley Green include Stenbury Down and Alverstone Mead.
- Local pubs include Chequers Inn (under half a mile south)
About the food
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Allow for the service running over
- Ask the venue about the van
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
Afterwards, we leave quietly.
Have napkins and bins ready.
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The process
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your wake in Rookley Green. A wake in Rookley Green 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.
- First, tell us about your wake.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for family and friends.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, use our quote form.
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For planners, venues and organisers
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access 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