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Funeral and Wake Catering for Waterloo events
Looking for fish and chips for the wake in Waterloo? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Gatherings after the committal
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- A tribute meal
Funeral and wake catering for Waterloo events
How our funeral and wake catering works in Waterloo
The wake can be at home, at a village hall or club, or at a venue with space outside. For celebrations of life and wakes at venues, we can cook haddock and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
For a wake in Waterloo, a hall or club with a car park is frequently simplest. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Area
- Waterloo (SE1, SE11, WC2N)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Events we cater in Waterloo
Nothing is wasted on an uncertain number of guests.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Family meals after the service
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
Relatives arriving by train should know that London Waterloo station serves Waterloo directly.
Before booking anyone
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- VAT, if it applies
- Any minimum charge
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A short walk from the party
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
Waterloo is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Waterloo
Is parking a problem for the van in Waterloo?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We’ll work around it.
We are gathering after a service at Christ Church: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
We understand the timescales, so ask and we’ll reply quickly.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What happens if it rains?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Can you be flexible on the day?
Yes. We serve when people are ready.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
What affects the price in Waterloo
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The length of service
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Distance and any road charges
- Access and parking
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and time of the event
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Planning fish and chips for the wake in Waterloo? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Ensure older relatives can sit
- Name a contact for the day who is not close family
- Build in time for delays
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
Remember the journey from the service.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Waterloo: halls, homes and travel
Waterloo is about 1 mile west of London, in Greater London. People in Waterloo book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Waterloo is one of 764 places in Greater London where we bring the van.
Waterloo is on or near the A301 and A302, handy for relatives driving in. Families holding a service at Christ Church often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
Wakes anywhere in SE1, SE11 and WC2N start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. Local streets include York Road, Spur Road and Bear Lane; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. With the A301 and A302 close by, Waterloo is easy for us to reach for your wake. For wakes just outside Waterloo, we cover South Bank (1 mile north-west), Bankside (1 mile north-east), Adelphi (1 mile north-west), Temple (1 mile north) and Charing Cross (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (7 miles north-east), Hoxton (3 miles north-east), Hampstead (5 miles north-west), Ruislip (14 miles west) and Orpington (12 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Liberty of the Savoy (0.7 miles north-west) and Florence Nightingale Museum (under half a mile west). Green spaces nearby include Ludgate Hill and Bellenden Road Nature Garden.
- Schools near Waterloo include Oasis Academy South Bank (less than half a mile south) and Oasis Academy South Bank (within half a mile south)
- Local pubs include The Duke of Sussex pub (within half a mile east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Lambeth Palace Library (less than half a mile south-west)
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
How the day works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your wake in Waterloo. In autumn and winter, it’s dark early in Waterloo; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- You share 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.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your wake in Waterloo, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
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- 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