West Berkshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for Shefford Woodlands events
Funeral and wake catering in Shefford Woodlands: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Pub wakes
- Village hall wakes
A chip van near Shefford Woodlands
About our funeral and wake catering in Shefford Woodlands
Sometimes fish and chips was the favourite meal of the person being remembered, which makes it a fitting tribute. We serve pie and chips, haddock and chips and gravy, and typical bookings are for small family memorials and gatherings at home after a funeral.
For a wake near Shefford Woodlands, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the van in the yard or car park. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
- Area
- Shefford Woodlands (RG17)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Shefford Woodlands: halls, homes and travel
Shefford Woodlands is about 8 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Shefford Woodlands is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We serve 155 places across West Berkshire. We serve events right across the region, from Shefford Woodlands to Reading (about 22 miles away).
For family travelling by train, the nearest station is Hungerford station, about 3.3 miles south-west. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Shefford Woodlands; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
This part of West Berkshire takes in RG17, and we can serve your wake anywhere in it. For wakes just outside Shefford Woodlands, we cover East Garston Woodlands (1 mile north-west), East Shefford (2 miles north-east), Great Shefford (2 miles north-east), East Garston (2 miles north) and Weston (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (8 miles south-east), Thatcham (10 miles east), Speenhamland (7 miles south-east), Hungerford (4 miles south-west), Lambourn (4 miles north-west) and Shaw (8 miles south-east).
Within reach you’ll find Watts Bank.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The number of meals
- The day of the week
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The minimum booking
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of the parking spot
- The venue or postcode
- Allergies and diets you know about
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your wake, and we will check the date and send a price.
Nearby places to Shefford Woodlands
Other occasions in Shefford Woodlands
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Allow for the service running over
- Have chairs for those who need them
- Mention allergies you know about
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground when choosing a serving time.
A favourite cake can be a lovely touch.
Perfect for your wake in Shefford Woodlands
Nothing is wasted on an uncertain number of guests.
In Shefford Woodlands and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Family meals after the service
- Wakes at venues
- A wake at the family home
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Stephen, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- When payment is due
- Whether travel is included
- How late numbers can change
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
Working with your venue
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.
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Common questions in Shefford Woodlands
Is Shefford Woodlands close to London?
Roughly 60 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come to venues in the North Wessex 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.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Is short notice a problem?
Get in touch as soon as you can. We’ll let you know quickly.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Yes, many families prefer that.
Do you serve wakes at home?
Yes, if there is somewhere level and firm to park the van close to the house.
About the food
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Where the van can park in Shefford Woodlands
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A spot near your guests
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Shefford Woodlands
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
How it works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we have agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. Late-December sunset in Shefford Woodlands is about 4:00pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting near the van. Summer wakes have daylight well into the evening.
- You, or your funeral director, tell us the date, the place and rough numbers.
- You get an access check and a quote, without fuss.
- Timings allow for the service and travel from it.
- On the day we set up quietly and serve when guests are ready.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly and leave the spot tidy.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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- 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