Oxfordshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Wigginton
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book fish and chips for the wake in Wigginton.
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Wakes at home
- Pub wakes
Planning an event in Wigginton?
About our funeral and wake catering in Wigginton
We work quietly and simply. We arrive at the agreed time, park discreetly and serve when you’re ready. For wakes at a pub or venue with outside space and village hall wakes, we can cook cod and chips, pie and chips and gravy for your guests.
In rural Wigginton, home or the hall is usual, with the van in the yard or car park. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do before you book.
- Where
- Wigginton (OX15)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How the day works
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. Late-December sunset in Wigginton is about 3:55pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. Summer wakes have daylight well into the evening.
- The family or funeral director sends us the date, place and numbers.
- We check where the van can park and send a clear price.
- We plan a flexible serving time around the service.
- We park discreetly and fry fresh as people arrive.
- When everyone has eaten, we clear up and go.
Before we arrive
- Give us a contact for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your wake. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
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Who books funeral and wake catering in Wigginton?
It needs no kitchen at the hall or home.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Wigginton and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Small family memorials
- Life celebrations
- Family meals after the service
After a service at Church of Saint Giles, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Before you book anyone
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Whether VAT is included
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Wake catering near Wigginton
Wigginton is about 6 miles south-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. Bookings in Wigginton come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Wigginton is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 19 miles away.
Wherever your wake is in OX15, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your wake is on Wigginton Road and Oxhey Rise or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. We also bring the van to wakes in South Newington (1 mile east), Swerford (1 mile south-west), Hook Norton (2 miles west), Great Tew (2 miles south) and Little Tew (3 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Banbury (6 miles north-east), Bicester (13 miles south-east), Witney (15 miles south), Kidlington (14 miles south-east), Bure Park (13 miles south-east) and Chipping Norton (6 miles south-west).
A little further out are Old Forge Museum (Great Tew) (2.4 miles south) and Horton General Hospital (5.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Wigginton include Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool and Crouch Hill.
- Local pubs include The White Swan Inn (under half a mile north-west)
Where the van can park in Wigginton
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Why choose a fish and chip van in Wigginton?
A sit-down meal can feel formal. A van keeps it relaxed. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- We cover Wigginton and the whole of Oxfordshire
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Organising for someone else?
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
What a fish and chip van costs
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Access and parking
- The menu and how many choices
- The date and time of year
- Whether a minimum applies
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Allow for the service running over
Remember the journey from the service.
Tea and coffee from the hall’s urn, or a friend’s tea table, goes well alongside.
Wigginton questions
Do you come out to small places like Wigginton?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Wigginton from London?
Roughly 67 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
How long will the queue be?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
Nearby places to Wigginton
What else we do in Wigginton
- 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