Hampshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering in South Gorley
Funeral and wake catering in South Gorley: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Wakes at venues
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
Funeral and wake catering in South Gorley
Funeral and wake catering in South Gorley, cooked to order
We understand that timings on the day can move, and we will work around the service and the family. Whether it’s memorial gatherings and pub wakes, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips and more.
In a small place like South Gorley, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
Before you choose a spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A short walk from the party
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Flat, firm ground for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Sandwiches are traditional at wakes. Hot food can be more welcome, especially in winter. Larger groups generally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- No kitchen needed
- A clear quote before you book
- We cover South Gorley and the whole of Hampshire
- Everything cooked to order at your event
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
More for events in South Gorley
After a funeral in South Gorley
South Gorley is in Hampshire. For wakes in South Gorley, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around South Gorley. We serve 683 places in Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from South Gorley to Southampton (about 16 miles away).
The New Forest National Park is within about 6 miles of South Gorley, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
We cover wakes in every part of the SP6 postcode area and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Mockbeggar (1 mile south), Ibsley (1 mile south-west), Harbridge (1 mile west), Rockford (1 mile south) and Linwood (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Totton (12 miles east), Lymington (14 miles south-east), Romsey (14 miles north-east), New Milton (11 miles south-east), Ringwood (3 miles south) and Barton on Sea (12 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Fordingbridge Doll Museum (2.4 miles north) and Godshill Castle Hill (3.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.
Planning for dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Name a contact for the day who is not close family
- Have chairs for those who need them
- Ask your funeral director to help estimate numbers
Afterwards, we leave quietly.
A table of photos helps people talk.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
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 usually simpler.
Step by step
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. In summer, a wake in South Gorley has light until about 9:25pm, while winter afternoons darken by about 4:05pm, so plan lighting near the door.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for family and friends.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you will get a clear price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Questions from South Gorley
Can you serve after a service at Church of the Holy Ascension?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Do you come out to small places like South Gorley?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
What if we do not know numbers?
Start with a rough number, and we’ll firm it up nearer the day.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
Ask as soon as you have the date. We’ll tell you right away whether we are available.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes, that’s common.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in South Gorley?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
How we price fish and chips for the wake
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The date and time of year
- How many people are eating
- Your choice of menu
- Access and parking
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- Where you’d like the van to go
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
About the food
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
- 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