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Funeral and wake catering in Sidcup, Greater London
Planning fish and chips for the wake in Sidcup? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Celebrations of life
- Village hall wakes
Book the van in Sidcup
Funeral and wake catering in Sidcup, cooked to order
Funerals are frequently arranged at short notice, so get in touch as soon as you can. On the menu are haddock and chips, cod and chips and gravy, and we are frequently booked for a wake at the family home and village hall wakes.
In Sidcup, a hall with parking is frequently the easiest option. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
- Area
- Sidcup (DA14, DA15, SE9, DA5)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Takeaway run or book a van?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Sidcup: halls, homes and travel
Sidcup is about 3 miles north of Orpington, in Greater London. Around Sidcup, we park wherever there is level, firm ground, close to your guests. Sidcup is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Sidcup to London (10 miles away).
Relatives arriving by train should know that Sidcup station serves Sidcup directly. With the A211 and A2001 nearby, it is easy for family travelling by car to reach Sidcup. Sidcup is within about 8 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Anywhere in DA14, DA15, SE9 and DA5, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Station Road, High Street and Jubilee Way or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Being close to the A211 and A2001, Sidcup is easy for us to reach for your wake. If your venue is just outside Sidcup, we also cover Albany Park (1 mile south), Blendon (1 mile north-east), Foots Cray (1 mile south-east), Bexley (2 miles north-east) and North Cray (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include London (10 miles north-west), City of Westminster (12 miles north-west), Marylebone (12 miles north-west), Kensington (14 miles west), St Pancras (11 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Queen Mary's Hospital (1 mile south) and Broadway Shopping Centre (2.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near Sidcup include Summer Hill and The Tarn.
- Local schools include Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School (under half a mile north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Alma pub (within half a mile south)
Perfect for your wake in Sidcup
It’s one less thing to organise at a difficult time.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Sidcup and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Anniversary memorials
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Wakes at home
After a service at Holy Trinity Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- How much space the van takes up
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Build in time for delays
- Plan for a few extra people
Seats for older guests near the hall or house help.
A quiet room away from the crowd is a kindness.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For warm food after a funeral, fish and chips from a van works well. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- Classic food your guests already know
- All the chip-shop extras
- Bookings across Greater London, including Sidcup
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
Questions from Sidcup
What about parking in Sidcup?
London parking needs planning: let us know about off-street space or permits. We will work around it.
Could you trade in Waring Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
Ask as soon as you have the date. We’ll let you know quickly.
Do you cover Sidcup?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Sidcup. To check your date, use our quote form.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so it is fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Nearby places to Sidcup
What else we do in Sidcup
What affects the price in Sidcup
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Your choice of menu
- The day of the week
- How long we serve
- Whether a minimum applies
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Where the event is
- A photo of the parking spot
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Anything awkward about the way in
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
For event organisers in Sidcup
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
How the day works
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Then everything is fried to order, timed around your wake. Summer evenings in Sidcup stay light until about 9:20pm, while winter afternoons darken by about 3:55pm.
- The family or funeral director sends us the date, place and numbers.
- You get an access check and a quote, without fuss.
- We plan a flexible serving time around the service.
- On the day we set up quietly and serve when guests are ready.
- When everyone has eaten, we clear up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- 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