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Funeral and Wake Catering for Wanborough events
A menu everybody knows: 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 Wanborough.
- Life celebrations
- Gatherings after the committal
- A wake at the family home
Funeral and wake catering in Wanborough
The process
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your wake. A wake in Wanborough in late autumn or winter may run into the dark, with sunset about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December, so a lit path to the van is a kindness to older guests.
- We start with a few details about your wake.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for family and friends.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
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. To send them, use our quote form.
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Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Wanborough
Fish and chips is informal, which suits a wake where people move around and talk. On the menu are haddock and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips, and we’re frequently booked for remembering a loved one’s favourite food and small family memorials.
Near Wanborough, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Choose a friend to be our contact
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
- Cater for a few more than you expect
Remember the journey from the service.
Some families add a favourite dessert or cake.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Parking and the way in
- Service time
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The address or venue name
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Your date and serving time
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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 nobody has to miss the wake.
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.
Wanborough: halls, homes and travel
Wanborough is about 4 miles west of Guildford, in Surrey. Around Wanborough, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground, close to your guests. Wanborough is one of 395 places in Surrey where we bring the van.
A club or hall near Wanborough gives space for everyone and parking for the van. For a service at a church like Church of St Bartholomew, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
For wakes in GU3, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. Nearby, we also serve wakes in Christmas Pie (1 mile north-west), Flexford (1 mile north-west), Puttenham (1 mile south-west), Normandy (2 miles north) and Willey Green (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (4 miles east), Woking (7 miles north-east), Camberley (8 miles north), Farnham (6 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east).
A little further out are Guildford Castle (4 miles east) and Ash Museum (2.6 miles north-west). Open spaces near Wanborough include Ash Ranges and Lower Lake.
- Local pubs include The Good Intent pub (0.7 miles south)
- Local facilities include Seale and Tongham (2.8 miles west)
Space, access and the venue
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
Perfect for your wake in Wanborough
It takes one job off a very long list at a difficult time.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- A wake at the family home
- Gatherings after the committal
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
If relatives are coming by rail, the nearest station is Wanborough station, about 0.9 miles north.
What to look for in a quote
- How allergens are handled
- The deadline for final numbers
- The cancellation terms
- The van’s size and access needs
Towns and villages near Wanborough
Other occasions in Wanborough
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Making food yourself for a wake is a lot to take on. A van takes that off your hands. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Why book with us
- All the chip-shop extras
- Hot food handed straight over
- We cover Wanborough and the whole of Surrey
- Everything cooked to order at your event
FAQs for Wanborough
Is Wanborough close to London?
Roughly 31 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van park in Pucks Oak Barn and McAlmont Reserves?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Do you take everything away?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Is short notice a problem?
Ask as soon as you have the date. We’ll tell you right away whether we are available.
What if timings change?
Yes. We start when you’re ready.
What areas do you cover?
We take the van across London and the South East, Surrey included. See all areas.
How long will the queue be?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
What can guests choose from?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
- 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