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Funeral and Wake Catering in Selsted
Fried to order and served hot: fish and chips for the wake in Selsted and across Kent.
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Pub wakes
Funeral and wake catering in Selsted
Funeral and wake catering in Selsted, cooked to order
The wake can be at home, at a village hall or club, or at a venue with space outside. For anniversary memorials and life celebrations, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, haddock and chips and cod and chips and more.
In a small place like Selsted, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. Everything is fried fresh at your wake, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
Arranging a wake in Selsted
Selsted is about 5 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. Anywhere in CT15, we can fry fresh for your guests. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 9 miles away.
Selsted is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access. Selsted is within about 6 miles of the sea, and for many families fish and chips brings back memories of the seaside.
We take the van to wakes all over CT15. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Swingfield Minnis (1 mile south), Wootton (1 mile north), Denton (2 miles north), Lodge Lees (2 miles north) and Shelvin (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north-west), Dover (6 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles south), Whitstable (15 miles north-west) and Deal (10 miles north-east).
A little further out are Royal Victoria Hospital (5 miles south) and Folkestone Castle (4.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Cheriton Hill.
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it’s a favourite with children.
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
What happens on the day
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. Summer evenings in Selsted stay light until about 9:15pm, but in December it is dark by about 3:50pm, so plan lighting near the door.
- 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.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: tell us the basics about your wake, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Making food yourself for a wake is a lot to take on. A van takes that off your hands. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book our van in Selsted
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- No surprises in your quote
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
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Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
For event organisers in Selsted
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Selsted questions
Is Selsted 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 Selsted?
The closest is Shepherds Well station, roughly 3.2 miles away.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Of course. We are happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
How quickly can you come?
Wakes are often arranged quickly, so send us the date and we’ll answer right away.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Do you bring everything you need?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
What if we do not know numbers?
Give us your best estimate, and we’ll plan with a little extra.
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Selsted?
It’s warm, simple food that almost everyone enjoys.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Village hall wakes
- Family meals after the service
- Memorial gatherings
- Wakes at venues
For family travelling by train, Shepherds Well station, about 3.2 miles north-east, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- The van’s size and access needs
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Allergen information for each item
What a fish and chip van costs
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Parking and the way in
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How many people are eating
- Your choice of menu
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the van would park
- The address or venue name
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Selsted? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. Just 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