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Funeral and wake catering in Westbourne, Greater London
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book fish and chips for the wake in Westbourne.
- A tribute meal
- Small family memorials
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
Fresh fish and chips in Westbourne
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Funeral and wake catering in Westbourne, fried fresh
We serve wakes at homes, halls, clubs and venues. We are frequently asked to cater memorial events and anniversaries and gatherings after scattering ashes, with haddock and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
In Westbourne, a wake might be at home, a hall or a local pub. We need somewhere the van can park legally and safely, which we can help you think through. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
- Area
- Westbourne (W2, W11, W9)
- Region
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
If a spot isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another. What matters most:
- A short walk from the party
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Access wide and high enough for the van
Westbourne is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
The process
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace. Sunset in Westbourne is about 7:05pm in late September and about 3:55pm in December; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, 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.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Let us know the serving time
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your wake. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Occasions we serve in Westbourne
It can be a fitting tribute.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Wakes at home
- Anniversary memorials
With the A404 and A4206 nearby, it’s easy for family travelling by car to reach Westbourne.
Comparing caterers
- Whether VAT is included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Organising for someone else?
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Parking and the way in
- Your choice of menu
- How far we travel
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 to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Expected numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies and diets you know about
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 use our quote form.
Westbourne questions
Can the van park in Emslie Horniman's Pleasance?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
We are gathering after a service at St Stephen's Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Do you cover Westbourne?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Westbourne is within our area and the rest of Greater London. For a quote, use our quote form.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
What can guests choose from?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
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.
What if the service runs late?
We plan for delays. We’ll agree a serving time and stay flexible.
Also near Westbourne
Also in Westbourne
Wakes in Westbourne: venues and practical details
Westbourne is about 1 mile north of Kensington, in Greater London. For wakes in Westbourne, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Westbourne is one of 764 places in Greater London where we bring the van.
For a service at a church like St Stephen's Church, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests. Local halls and clubs near Westbourne can host a wake if home is too small, with the van in the car park.
Wherever your wake is in W2, W11 and W9, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can serve a wake on streets such as Salem Road, Acklam Road and Morgan Road, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Being close to the A404 and A4206, Westbourne is easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also serve wakes in Westbourne Green (1 mile north-east), Bayswater (1 mile south), Little Venice (1 mile north-east), Maida Vale (1 mile north) and Paddington Green (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (5 miles east), St Pancras (3 miles east), Shoreditch (5 miles east), Walthamstow (9 miles north-east), Hoxton (5 miles east) and Whitechapel (5 miles east).
A little further out are Montfichet's Tower (4.1 miles east) and Kensington Arcade (1.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Campden Hill and Greville Place nature reserve.
- Nearby schools include Westminster Academy (within half a mile north-east) and Maida Vale School (0.9 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include Cock and Bottle pub (less than half a mile south-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Ladbroke Estate (0.5 miles south-west) and Abdus Salam Library (1.5 miles south-east)
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Name a contact for the day who is not close family
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Let us know of any allergies
- Cater for a few more than you expect
Give us a contact for the day who is not a close family member.
Tea and coffee from the hall’s urn, or a friend’s tea table, goes well alongside.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
A pub or venue may cater a wake themselves. A van works where they don’t, or at home. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why Westbourne hosts choose us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A quote that spells everything out
- Bookings across Greater London, including Westbourne
- Classic food your guests already know
- 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