Hampshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for Sandy Down events
Funeral and wake catering in Sandy Down: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- A tribute meal
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Life celebrations
Book the van in Sandy Down
Why choose a fish and chip van in Sandy Down?
A sit-down meal can feel formal. A van keeps it relaxed. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Why book our van in Sandy Down
- No kitchen needed
- All the chip-shop extras
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Funeral and wake catering in Sandy Down, fried fresh
We serve wakes at homes, halls, clubs and venues, wherever the van can park. We’re frequently asked to cater scattering of ashes gatherings and a wake at the family home, with gravy, sausage and chips and mushy peas.
In a small place like Sandy Down, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
The process
You don’t need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your wake. The frying and serving are down to us. Summer evenings in Sandy Down stay light until about 9:25pm, while winter afternoons darken by about 4:00pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the serving time
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your wake in Sandy Down, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
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Occasions we serve in Sandy Down
Nothing is wasted on an uncertain number of guests.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Sandy Down:
- Village hall wakes
- Gatherings after the committal
- Memorial gatherings
- Wakes at venues
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the nearest station is Brockenhurst station, about 1.6 miles north.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- The van’s size and access needs
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Payment terms and deposit
Arranging a wake in Sandy Down
Sandy Down is about 3 miles north of Lymington, in Hampshire. We serve wakes at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Sandy Down. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Sandy Down to Southampton (11 miles away).
Families holding a service at Church of St John frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park. Sandy Down is within about 2 miles of the New Forest National Park, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access. Sandy Down is within about 4 miles of the sea, and for many families fish and chips brings back memories of the seaside.
We serve wakes across the SO41 postcode area and the streets around it. From Sandy Down, Lower Sandy Down and Hurstly Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to wakes in Battramsley (1 mile south), Boldre (1 mile south-east), Mount Pleasant (1 mile south-west), Pilley (1 mile south-east) and Warborne (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Eastleigh (15 miles north-east), Totton (9 miles north), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-east), Hedge End (14 miles north-east), Lymington (3 miles south) and Romsey (14 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Lymington New Forest Hospital (1.9 miles south) and St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (2.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Boldre Foreshore.
- Local pubs include The Hobler Public House (less than half a mile south-west)
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and children love it.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Planners, venues and businesses
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
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.
Questions from Sandy Down
Can the van go to venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you serve near the sea around Sandy Down?
Yes, of course. Wind doesn’t affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Which areas do you serve?
We take the van across London and the South East, Hampshire included. See all areas.
How do we estimate numbers?
A rough estimate is enough to start. Your funeral director can help.
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.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
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 park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- How many people are eating
- The menu and how many choices
- Distance and any road charges
- Parking and the way in
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Expected numbers
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Anything awkward about the way in
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Sandy Down? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Build in time for delays
- Plan for a few extra people
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
We serve when people are ready, not to a rigid schedule.
Somewhere quiet to sit helps some guests.
Also near Sandy Down
Other occasions in Sandy Down
- 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