Medway · England
Funeral and wake catering in Upper Upnor, Medway
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book fish and chips for the wake in Upper Upnor.
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Family meals after the service
- Remembrance gatherings
Funeral and wake catering in Upper Upnor
Wakes in Upper Upnor: venues and practical details
Upper Upnor is about 2 miles north-east of Rochester, in Medway. Whether your wake is in the middle of Upper Upnor or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Upper Upnor is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
A club or hall near Upper Upnor gives space for everyone and parking for the van. For a service at a church like St Philip & St James, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Wakes anywhere in ME2 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Whether your wake is on High Street, Upnor Road and Castle Street or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Upper Upnor we cover include Lower Upnor (1 mile north-east), Wainscott (1 mile north-west), Chattenden (1 mile north), Hoo St Werburgh (2 miles north-east) and Cooling Street (3 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Gillingham (3 miles south-east), Chatham (3 miles south), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Luton (3 miles south), Park Wood (5 miles south-east) and Lordswood (5 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Pentagon Shopping Centre (1.6 miles south) and City of Rochester-upon-Medway (1.4 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
- Local schools include Waterfront UTC (1.3 miles south-east) and Waterfront University Technical College (1.3 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Kings Arms (within half a mile east)
- Local facilities include Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (1.4 miles south)
About our funeral and wake catering in Upper Upnor
We understand that timings on the day can move, so we stay flexible. Popular choices include haddock and chips, pie and chips and gravy, and typical bookings are for gatherings at home after a funeral and wakes at church halls and clubs.
Near Upper Upnor, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
What affects the price in Upper Upnor
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The day of the week
- How many people are eating
- Parking and the way in
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What we need to know
The more we know about your wake, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Expected numbers
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your wake, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
- Ensure older relatives can sit
- Keep the serving time flexible
- Allow a little extra
Seats for older guests near the hall or house help.
Some families add a favourite dessert or cake.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
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 cooks in front of your guests instead.
A chip van compared with other options
For warm food after a funeral, fish and chips from a van works well in Upper Upnor. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- We cover Upper Upnor and the whole of Medway
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it is lovely with a pie.
What happens on the day
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Guests normally gather round the hatch once service starts. In summer, a wake in Upper Upnor has light until about 9:20pm, while winter afternoons darken by about 3:50pm, so plan lighting near the door.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the van can get in
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, use our quote form.
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Upper Upnor questions
We’re gathering after a service at St Philip & St James: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is generally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Which station is closest to Upper Upnor?
The closest is Strood station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we’ll advise.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
What if the service runs late?
Yes. We serve when people are ready.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
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What else we do in Upper Upnor
- 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