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Funeral and Wake Catering for Tulse Hill events
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 Tulse Hill.
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Family meals after the service
- Small family memorials
A chip van near Tulse Hill
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
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.
About our funeral and wake catering in Tulse Hill
Some families choose it because it was a loved one’s favourite. On the menu are haddock and chips, cod and chips and pie and chips, and we’re often booked for a tribute meal and gatherings after the committal.
For a wake in Tulse Hill, a hall or club with a car park is frequently simplest, though home can work with a drive. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
- Where
- Tulse Hill (SW2, SE24, SE27)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
How the day works
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. In Tulse Hill, 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.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Share the timings for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Tulse Hill? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Planning help
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it’s on the menu.
Space, access and the venue
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A short walk from the party
As a London location, Tulse Hill is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about off-street space or permits.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Tulse Hill
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Allow a little extra
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
- Let us know of any allergies
- Keep the serving time flexible
Seats for older guests near the hall or house help.
A quiet room away from the crowd is a kindness.
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
- The number of meals
- Any minimum charge
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Tulse Hill
There’s little waste, because food is cooked to order.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re often booked for:
- Wakes at home
- A tribute meal
- Remembrance gatherings
- Wakes at venues
Relatives driving in can use the A204 to reach Tulse Hill.
Comparing caterers
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Tulse Hill questions
Could you trade in Belair Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first.
What’s the nearest station to Tulse Hill?
Tulse Hill station, in Tulse Hill itself.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We will talk it through when we quote.
Do you come to Tulse Hill?
We do. Tulse Hill is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before you book.
After a funeral in Tulse Hill
Tulse Hill is about 1 mile north-east of Streatham, in Greater London. We park up at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Tulse Hill and the surrounding area. We serve 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
If the funeral is at a church such as Holy Trinity Church, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short. A club or hall near Tulse Hill gives space for everyone and parking for the van, with the van in the car park.
For wakes in SW2, SE24 and SE27, we just need to know where the van can park. From Ostade Road, Medora Road and Palace Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. With the A204 close by, Tulse Hill is easy for us to reach with the van. Close by, we cover wakes in Streatham Hill (1 mile south-west), Brixton (1 mile north-west), Clapham Park (1 mile north-west), Hyde farm estate (1 mile west) and Streatham (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as London (4 miles north), City of Westminster (5 miles north), Marylebone (5 miles north), Kensington (6 miles north-west), St Pancras (6 miles north) and Shoreditch (6 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Dulwich Community Hospital (1.5 miles north-east) and Streatham Hill (0.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Tulse Hill include Knight's Hill and Battersea Park Lake.
- Local schools include Fenstanton Primary School (under half a mile south-west) and Tulse Hill School (under half a mile west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Commercial pub (0.6 miles north-east)
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
For a simple, comforting meal at a wake, fish and chips from a van works well in Tulse Hill. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- No kitchen needed
- Bookings across Greater London, including Tulse Hill
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- No surprises in your quote
Places near Tulse Hill
Other occasions in Tulse Hill
- 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