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Funeral and wake catering in Southborough, Greater London
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Funeral and wake catering in Southborough.
- Gatherings after the committal
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- A tribute meal
Funeral and wake catering in Southborough
Arranging a wake in Southborough
Southborough is about 2 miles south-east of Bromley, in Greater London. In and around Southborough, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. Southborough is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 10 miles away.
Families holding a service at St Augustine's Church often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park. For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the closest railway station is Bickley station, roughly 0.7 miles north of the centre. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Southborough; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
We cover wakes in every part of BR2 and BR1. Local streets include Pope Road, Crown Lane and Union Road; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Close by, we cover wakes in Bromley Common (1 mile south-west), Petts Wood (1 mile east), Locksbottom (2 miles south-east), Shortlands (2 miles west) and Crofton (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (10 miles north-west), City of Westminster (12 miles north-west), Marylebone (12 miles north-west), Kensington (13 miles north-west), St Pancras (12 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (11 miles north-west).
A little further out are Bethlem Museum of the Mind (0.9 miles south-west) and Bridgeways Day Hospital (under half a mile south). The countryside around Southborough includes Summer Hill and Downham Woodland Walk.
- Local schools include Bishop Justus CofE School (0.5 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Chequers Public House (within half a mile east)
- Local facilities include Municipal Borough of Bromley (1.4 miles north-west)
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Southborough
We keep it calm and simple. We arrive at the agreed time, park discreetly and serve when you are ready. On the menu are haddock and chips, pie and chips and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for wakes at home and pub wakes.
In Southborough, a hall with parking is frequently the easiest option, though home can work with a drive. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
- Area
- Southborough (BR2, BR1)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Occasions we serve in Southborough
It works for everyone, from children to older relatives.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Wakes at home
- Anniversary memorials
- Family meals after the service
A club or hall near Southborough gives space for everyone and parking for the van.
What your quote should include
- Any minimum charge
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for each item
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Southborough
Can the van go to venues in the Kent 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 about parking in Southborough?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We will plan around it.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, Greater London included. See all areas.
Can you come to the house?
Frequently, yes. Send us a photo of the drive or the road outside.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
Get in touch as soon as you can. We will tell you right away whether we’re available.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Where the van can park in Southborough
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
As a London location, Southborough is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
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’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Some venues offer wake menus. A van works at home or at a hall. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Why us?
- No surprises in your quote
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Nearby places to Southborough
Also in Southborough
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Check the hall has an urn
- Name a contact for the day who isn’t close family
- Plan seating for older guests
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
Seats for older guests near the hall or house help.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
How the day works
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and we agree exactly where before the day. Late-December sunset in Southborough is about 3:55pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. Summer wakes have daylight well into the evening.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Ask for a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability right away.
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Prices and what affects them
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Whether a minimum applies
- How many people are eating
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A photo of the space and the way in
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, fill in 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