Wokingham · England
Funeral and wake catering in Sindlesham, Wokingham
We bring fish and chips for the wake to Sindlesham and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Memorial gatherings
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
Planning an event in Sindlesham?
About our funeral and wake catering in Sindlesham
We work quietly and simply. We park discreetly and serve when people are ready. We serve sausage and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for wakes at a pub or venue with outside space and family meals after the service.
In a small place like Sindlesham, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the wake.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Other occasions in Sindlesham
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A spot near your guests
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Sindlesham
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Service time
- The menu and how many choices
- Whether a minimum applies
- The day of the week
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your wake.
What we need to know
The more we know about your wake, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Where the van would park
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Allow a little extra
- Name a contact for the day who is not close family
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
- Mention allergies you know about
Give us a contact for the day who is not a close family member.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Perfect for your wake in Sindlesham
It suits all ages.
In Sindlesham and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- A tribute meal
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Memorial gatherings
- Family meals after the service
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Winnersh station, about 0.7 miles north-east, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- The deposit and payment dates
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
A pub or venue may cater a wake themselves. A van works at home or at a hall. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What you get with us
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- No kitchen needed
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Arranging a wake in Sindlesham
Sindlesham is about 2 miles north-west of Wokingham, in Wokingham. For wakes in Sindlesham, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Sindlesham is one of 35 towns and villages in Wokingham where we bring the van.
For a service at a church like Church of St Catherine, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Wakes anywhere in RG41 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. Whether your wake is on Mayfield Mews, May Fields and New Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Sindlesham we cover include Winnersh (1 mile north), Woosehill (1 mile south-east), Emmbrook (1 mile east), Wokingham (2 miles south-east) and Woodley (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Reading (4 miles north-west), Crowthorne (5 miles south-east), Newtown (3 miles north-west), Coley Park (5 miles west), Twyford (4 miles north) and Charvil (4 miles north).
A little further out are Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (less than half a mile north-west) and Wokingham Hospital (1.9 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Holt Copse & Joel Park and Sonning Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Forest School (0.8 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Walters Arms (under half a mile south-east)
How it works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your wake. In Sindlesham, it is dark by about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December, so a lit path to the van is a kindness to older guests.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for family and friends.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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For event organisers in Sindlesham
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’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
Common questions in Sindlesham
Could you trade in Maiden Erlegh Local Nature Reserve?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Which station is closest to Sindlesham?
The closest is Winnersh station, roughly 0.7 miles away.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
What can guests choose from?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
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 long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
How quickly can you come?
Wakes are often arranged quickly, so ask and we will reply quickly.
Can you be flexible on the day?
Of course. We start when you are ready.
- 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