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Funeral and Wake Catering in Shorne
Funeral and wake catering in Shorne: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Wakes at home
- Wakes at venues
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
Planning an event in Shorne?
Arranging a wake in Shorne
Shorne is about 2 miles south-east of Gravesend, in Kent. Around Shorne, we park wherever there is level, firm ground. Shorne is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 23 miles away.
Relatives arriving by train should know that the closest railway station is Higham station, roughly 1.7 miles north-east of the centre.
This part of Kent takes in DA12, and we can serve your wake anywhere in it. Local streets include The Street, Cob Drive and Crown Green; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Other places close to Shorne we cover include Upper Ifield (1 mile west), Shorne Ridgeway (1 mile south), Higham (1 mile east), Thong (1 mile west) and Gadshill (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles south), Sittingbourne (14 miles east), Dartford (9 miles west), Sevenoaks (14 miles south-west), Northfleet (4 miles west) and Swanley (11 miles west).
A little further out are Gravesham Museum (3.2 miles north-west) and Gravesham Community Hospital (3.4 miles north-west). Within reach you will find Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
- Local schools include Thamesview School (1.6 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Rose and Crown pub (less than half a mile south)
Funeral and wake catering in Shorne, fried fresh
Sometimes fish and chips was the favourite meal of the person being remembered. Whether it is life celebrations and gatherings at a village hall or club, we can cook cod and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas for your guests.
In rural Shorne, home or the hall is usual. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Preparing food yourself adds to a hard day. A van takes that off your hands. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Why book our van in Shorne
- Quick service from the hatch
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A clear quote before booking
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Nearby places to Shorne
What else we do in Shorne
Step by step
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, park the van and get the fryers going. Guests generally gather round the hatch once service starts. Sunset in Shorne is about 7:00pm in late September and about 3:50pm in December; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Ensure the van can get in
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Why choose funeral and wake catering in Shorne?
Families choose fish and chips because it’s comforting and familiar.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Shorne, people book us for occasions like:
- Anniversary memorials
- Celebrations of life
- A wake at the family home
- A tribute meal
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
What to look for in a quote
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- A clear list of what’s included
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- VAT, if it applies
The menu, dish by dish
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Shorne: your questions answered
Can the van park in Shorne Woods Country Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Peter and St Paul?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we’ll reply with a price.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan service around it.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
Wakes are often arranged quickly, so send us the date and we will answer straight away.
What if we don’t know numbers?
Start with a rough number, and we’ll firm it up nearer the day.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before booking.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
What the van needs
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
How we price fish and chips for the wake
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- How easy the site is to reach
- How long we serve
- The number of meals
- Your choice of menu
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of the parking spot
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, use 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