Wokingham · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for Warren Row events
Funeral and wake catering in Warren Row: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Celebrations of life
- Gatherings after the committal
Funeral and wake catering in Warren Row
About our funeral and wake catering in Warren Row
We keep it calm and simple. We park discreetly and serve when people are ready. We serve sausage and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for small family memorials and remembrance gatherings.
For a wake near Warren Row, a farmhouse or village hall often works well. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
Events we cater in Warren Row
For some families, it was a favourite meal.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- A wake at the family home
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
Families holding a service at St Paul's Mission Church frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
Questions to ask before you book
- The van’s size and access needs
- Whether there’s a minimum
- The cancellation terms
- How late numbers can change
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
Making food yourself for a wake is a lot to take on. We do the cooking. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book with us
- No surprises in your quote
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- We cover Warren Row and the whole of Wokingham
- A menu almost everyone likes
Warren Row: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Warren Row?
The closest is Shiplake station, roughly 2.6 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Warren Row?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we will include them in the plan.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we will say what we need.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before booking.
Allergies and dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Allow for the service running over
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Let us know of any allergies
We park quietly.
A table of photos helps people talk.
Warren Row: halls, homes and travel
Warren Row is about 4 miles west of Maidenhead, in Wokingham. We cover Warren Row as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Warren Row is one of 35 places in Wokingham we cover. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 8 miles away.
For family travelling by train, the closest railway station is Shiplake station, roughly 2.6 miles west of the centre.
Wakes anywhere in RG10 start with a parking spot for the van. Local streets include Hodgedale Lane, Pudding Hill and Warren Row Road; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to wakes in Knowl Hill (1 mile south-east), Bowsey Hill (1 mile south-west), Cockpole Green (1 mile west), Cold Harbour (1 mile south-east) and Frogmill (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Reading (8 miles south-west), Wokingham (8 miles south), Woodley (6 miles south-west), Earley (8 miles south-west), Crowthorne (10 miles south) and Lower Earley (8 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include St Mark's Hospital (3.5 miles east) and Frazer Nash Archives (3.1 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Hurley Chalk Pit and Weycock Hill.
- Pubs nearby include Javatri pub (0.8 miles south-east)
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Should I sort the food myself?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
What happens on the day
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, and we agree exactly where before the day. Summer evenings in Warren Row stay light until about 9:25pm, but in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- 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.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your wake, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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The menu, dish by dish
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
- 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