Wokingham · England
Funeral and wake catering in Twyford, Wokingham
We bring fish and chips for the wake to Twyford and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Wakes at venues
- A wake at the family home
- Life celebrations
Planning an event in Twyford?
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Funeral and wake catering in Twyford, fried fresh
Fish and chips is informal, which suits a gathering where people mingle. Whether it’s scattering of ashes gatherings and a wake at the family home, we can cook sausage and chips, gravy and mushy peas for your guests.
Around Twyford, wakes are often at the village hall, a pub or home. Let us know where the van can go. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
How the day works
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your guests, which we agree with you beforehand. A wake in Twyford in late autumn or winter may run into the dark, with sunset about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- 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.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Name one person we can call on the day
Ask for a quote
Still finalising the details? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
Planning help
Space, access and the venue
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
Twyford: halls, homes and travel
Twyford is about 2 miles north-east of Woodley, in Wokingham. In and around Twyford, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. Twyford is one of 35 towns and villages in Wokingham we cover.
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Twyford station is in Twyford itself.
This part of Wokingham takes in RG10. Streets in the area include Station Road, High Street and London Road, and the van can serve a wake on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Nearby, we also serve wakes in Ruscombe (1 mile north-east), Charvil (1 mile west), Whistley Green (1 mile south), Hare Hatch (1 mile north-east) and Hurst (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Reading (5 miles south-west), Wokingham (5 miles south), Earley (4 miles south-west), Crowthorne (8 miles south), Lower Earley (4 miles south-west) and Winnersh (3 miles south).
A little further out are Royal Berkshire Hospital (4.5 miles south-west) and Frazer Nash Archives (3.8 miles north). Within reach you’ll find South Lake and Alder Moors.
- Nearby schools include Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School (0.9 miles north-west) and The Piggott School (0.9 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Golden Cross pub (less than half a mile south)
Towns and villages near Twyford
Other occasions in Twyford
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Any minimum charge
- Numbers
- How long we serve
- Access and parking
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The date and time of the event
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can fill in our quote form.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Twyford?
Preparing food yourself adds to a hard day. We do the cooking. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- Quick service from the hatch
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- A menu almost everyone likes
- We cover Twyford and the whole of Wokingham
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Perfect for your wake in Twyford
Families choose fish and chips because it’s comforting and familiar.
These are some of the bookings we take around Twyford:
- Wakes at venues
- Family meals after the service
- Memorial gatherings
- Anniversary memorials
Families holding a service at Church of St Mary frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
What to look for in a quote
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Allergen information for each item
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The deadline for final numbers
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Ask your funeral director to help estimate numbers
- Choose a friend to be our contact
Seats for older guests near the hall or house help.
A quiet room away from the crowd is a kindness.
Questions from Twyford
What’s the nearest station to Twyford?
Twyford station, in Twyford itself.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Mary: 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 generally elsewhere. Send us the address.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before booking.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan service around it.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
- 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