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Funeral and Wake Catering in Staines-upon-Thames
We bring fish and chips for the wake across Staines-upon-Thames and Surrey, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- A wake at the family home
Funeral and wake catering in Staines-upon-Thames
How our funeral and wake catering works in Staines-upon-Thames
We cook as people come up. Popular choices include pie and chips, gravy and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for scattering of ashes gatherings and remembrance gatherings.
In Staines-upon-Thames, choosing a venue near the service helps guests, with parking for the van. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Wake catering near Staines-upon-Thames
Staines-upon-Thames is about 7 miles south-west of Hayes, in Surrey. From the centre of Staines-upon-Thames to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We cover 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Staines-upon-Thames to Guildford (about 13 miles away).
With the A308 and A320 nearby, it’s easy for family travelling by car to reach Staines-upon-Thames. After a service at Church of St Peter, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
We take the van to wakes all over the TW18, TW20 and TW19 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include High Street, Goring's Square and London Road, and the van can serve a wake on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Staines-upon-Thames sits on or near the A308 and A320, so getting the van to your wake is simple. For wakes just outside Staines-upon-Thames, we cover Egham Hythe (1 mile south-west), Penton Hook (2 miles south), Hythe End (2 miles north-west), Egham (2 miles west) and Thorpe (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (13 miles south), Woking (8 miles south), Camberley (12 miles south-west), Epsom (12 miles south-east), Ewell (12 miles south-east) and Walton-on-Thames (5 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Ashford Hospital (1.8 miles north-east) and Spelthorne Museum (0.5 miles north-west). Open spaces near Staines-upon-Thames include Staines Reservoirs and Kempton Park Reservoirs.
- Nearby schools include The Magna Carta School (0.7 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Star pub (less than half a mile north)
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Perfect for your wake in Staines-upon-Thames
There is little waste, because food is cooked to order.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Small family memorials
- Anniversary memorials
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Gatherings after the committal
Relatives arriving by train should know that Staines station is in Staines-upon-Thames itself.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for each item
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
Common questions in Staines-upon-Thames
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Peter: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Could you trade in Penton Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we’ll confirm what we need.
Do you cover Staines-upon-Thames?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Staines-upon-Thames and across Surrey. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
Wakes are frequently arranged quickly, so send us the date and we’ll answer right away.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Usually, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Have chairs for those who need them
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Allow for the service running over
We park quietly.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A formal meal doesn’t always suit. A van keeps it relaxed. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- We cover Staines-upon-Thames and the whole of Surrey
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Should I sort the food myself?
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 normally simpler.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
How the day works
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. In winter, it is dark in Staines-upon-Thames by about 3:55pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting near the van. In summer, there’s daylight until about 9:20pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for family and friends.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Share the timings for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Getting a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your wake, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
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.
Space, access and the venue
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A short walk from the party
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Staines-upon-Thames
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The number of meals
- How far we travel
- Any minimum charge
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Larger groups usually 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.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A photo of the parking spot
- Expected numbers
- Your date and serving time
Send us the date, the address or TW18 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. To get started, 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