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Funeral and wake catering in Speldhurst, Kent
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, fish and chips for the wake turns food into part of your wake in Speldhurst.
- Wakes at home
- Anniversary memorials
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
Book the van in Speldhurst
Funeral and wake catering in Speldhurst, cooked to order
Sometimes fish and chips was the favourite meal of the person being remembered, which makes it a fitting tribute. On the menu are cod and chips, gravy and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for wakes at venues and family gatherings after a burial or cremation.
In rural Speldhurst, home or the hall is usual. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Speldhurst?
For some families, it was a favourite meal.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Memorial gatherings
- Wakes at venues
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
If relatives are coming by rail, the nearest station is Tunbridge Wells station, about 2.5 miles south-east.
What your quote should include
- When final numbers are due
- The cancellation terms
- Any minimum charge
- The service time, and the cost of running over
Looking after everyone
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Plan for a few extra people
- Have chairs for those who need them
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Name a contact for the day who isn’t close family
Remember the journey from the service when choosing a serving time.
Somewhere quiet to sit helps some guests.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Speldhurst?
Making food yourself for a wake is a lot to take on. We do the cooking. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Why Speldhurst hosts choose us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- All the chip-shop extras
- Rain does not stop the fryers
See how we price and the cost guide.
Wake catering near Speldhurst
Speldhurst is about 2 miles north-west of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. For a wake in Speldhurst, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Speldhurst. Speldhurst is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 27 miles away.
For a service at a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Here we cover the TN3 postcode area. From Northfields, St Mary's Lane and Penshurst Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside Speldhurst, we also cover Bullingstone (1 mile south-west), Poundsbridge (1 mile west), Stockland Green (1 mile east), Printstile (1 mile north) and Rusthall (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Sevenoaks (9 miles north), Tonbridge (4 miles north-east), Kings Hill (12 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (8 miles east), Edenbridge (8 miles north-west) and Allington (15 miles north-east).
A little further out are Royal Victoria Place (2.4 miles south-east) and Kent and Sussex Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Speldhurst includes Barden Lake and Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
- Schools near Speldhurst include Bennett Memorial Diocesan School (1.5 miles south-east) and Rose Hill School (1.5 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The George And Dragon pub (less than half a mile south-east)
About the food
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
How it works
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace to suit your wake. Sunset in Speldhurst is about 7:05pm in late September and about 3:55pm in December; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Share the timings for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your wake, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
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How we price fish and chips for the wake
These are the factors that matter most:
- How far we travel
- Numbers
- Any minimum charge
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the event is
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. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Working with your venue
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’ll work through them with you.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Common questions in Speldhurst
Which station is closest to Speldhurst?
Tunbridge Wells station, about 2.5 miles south-east of the centre.
Is Speldhurst close to London?
About 28 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
How quickly can you come?
We understand the timescales, so ask and we’ll reply quickly.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. See all areas.
How much space do you need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Speldhurst?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we’ll reply with a price.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes, that’s common.
- 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