Hampshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for Woodend events
Looking for fish and chips for the wake in Woodend? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Gatherings after the committal
- Wakes at home
- Pub wakes
Funeral and wake catering for Woodend events
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
About our funeral and wake catering in Woodend
Someone else can make the booking for you. Whether it’s wakes at home and remembering a loved one’s favourite food, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, pie and chips and cod and chips and more.
For a wake near Woodend, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the van in the yard or car park. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Perfect for your wake in Woodend
Nothing is wasted on an uncertain number of guests.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Woodend and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Anniversary memorials
- Family meals after the service
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
For a service at a church like Church of the Holy Trinity, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Before booking anyone
- When final numbers are due
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether travel is included
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The day of the week
- Your choice of menu
- How long we serve
- How many people are eating
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Where the event is
- A picture of the parking spot
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Dietary needs, with numbers
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
A chip van compared with other options
Making food yourself for a wake is a lot to take on. We do the cooking. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Why book our van in Woodend
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A quote that spells everything out
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Woodend
- Hot food handed straight over
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Woodend questions
We are gathering after a service at Church of the Holy Trinity: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
How far is Woodend from London?
About 61 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Do you take everything away?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Can you come to the house?
Yes. Tell us about parking at the house.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the wake.
For planners, venues and organisers
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If you’re 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.
Wakes in Woodend: venues and practical details
Woodend is about 5 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. Anywhere in PO17, we can fry fresh for your guests. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 10 miles away.
For family travelling by train, the closest railway station is Botley station, roughly 4.6 miles west of the centre.
This part of Hampshire takes in PO17, and we can serve your wake anywhere in it. Nearby, we also serve wakes in Kingsmead (1 mile west), Soberton Heath (1 mile east), Mislingford (1 mile north-west), Newtown (1 mile south-east) and Southend (1 mile east). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (12 miles north-west), Gosport (8 miles south), Havant (8 miles south-east), Eastleigh (9 miles west), Fareham (5 miles south) and Horndean (6 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Bishop's Waltham Museum (3.6 miles north-west) and Knowle Hospital (3.5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
- Local pubs include The Bold Forester Public House (0.6 miles north-east)
How the day works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your wake. Summer evenings in Woodend stay light until about 9:20pm, but in December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, so plan lighting near the door.
- 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.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the serving time
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your wake. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Places near Woodend
Also in Woodend
- 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