Kent · England
Funeral and wake catering in Shalmsford Street, Kent
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 Shalmsford Street.
- Memorial gatherings
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
Funeral and wake catering for Shalmsford Street events
Funeral and wake catering in Shalmsford Street, cooked to order
Services frequently run over, so we stay flexible. For wakes at home and celebrations of life, we can cook pie and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas.
In Shalmsford Street, the hall or the family home is a natural choice. Tell us about parking for the van. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
Where the van can park in Shalmsford Street
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A spot near your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
What happens on the day
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot when you’re ready to eat. Sunset in Shalmsford Street is about 7:00pm in late September and about 3:50pm in December; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- 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.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
What a fish and chip van costs
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Any minimum charge
- Cod, haddock or both
- How far we travel
- The date and time of year
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and time of the event
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A picture of the parking spot
- Expected numbers
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your wake, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Making food yourself for a wake is a lot to take on. We do the cooking. Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why book with us
- Quick service from the hatch
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- No kitchen needed
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Take a look at our pricing or what a fish and chip van costs.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Choose a friend to be our contact
- Check the hall has an urn
- Ask the venue about the van
- Let us know of any allergies
Afterwards, we leave quietly.
A favourite cake can be a lovely touch.
Arranging a wake in Shalmsford Street
Shalmsford Street is about 3 miles south-west of Canterbury, in Kent. We take fish and chips for the wake to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Shalmsford Street. Shalmsford Street is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van.
After a service at Church of St Mary, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Shalmsford Street; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
Anywhere in CT4, we can fry fresh for your guests. That could mean a wake at a home on Old Church Road, Pomfret Road and Summer Piece Grove or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Shalmsford Street we cover include Chartham (1 mile north), Mystole (1 mile west), Garlinge Green (1 mile south), Chartham Hatch (1 mile north) and Thanington (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (10 miles south-west), Canterbury (3 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-east) and Whitstable (7 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Chilham Castle (2.6 miles west) and Whitefriars Shopping Centre (3.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Shalmsford Street include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Artichoke Inn (less than half a mile north-east)
Shalmsford Street: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Shalmsford Street?
Chartham station, about 0.5 miles north of the centre.
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is grass a problem?
Typically, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Can someone else arrange it?
Yes, many families prefer that.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so it is fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We will talk it through when we quote.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the wake.
Organising for someone else?
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Nearby places to Shalmsford Street
What else we do in Shalmsford Street
- 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