Hampshire · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for Woodgreen events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book fish and chips for the wake in Woodgreen.
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Memorial gatherings
Planning an event in Woodgreen?
What the van needs
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Flat, firm ground for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
About our funeral and wake catering in Woodgreen
We serve wakes at homes, halls, clubs and venues, wherever the van can park. We serve mushy peas, haddock and chips and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for wakes at venues and a favourite meal in someone’s memory.
In a small place like Woodgreen, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Perfect for your wake in Woodgreen
It can be a fitting tribute.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Small family memorials
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Life celebrations
For a service at a church like St Boniface, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Comparing caterers
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- VAT, if it applies
- What happens if plans change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- The number of meals
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The menu and how many choices
- The date and time of year
Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of the parking spot
- Where the event is
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For warm food after a funeral, a chip van is a gentle choice in Woodgreen. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Why book with us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A clear quote before booking
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Keep the serving time flexible
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Plan seating for older guests
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground when choosing a serving time.
Tea and coffee from the hall’s urn, or a friend’s tea table, goes well alongside.
Arranging a wake in Woodgreen
Woodgreen is in Hampshire. We serve wakes at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Woodgreen and the surrounding area. Woodgreen is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 16 miles away.
Wherever your wake is in SP6, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include High Street, Love Lane and Grace Lane; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Other places close to Woodgreen we cover include Breamore (1 mile west), Upper Burgate (1 mile south-west), Godshill (2 miles south), Upper Street (2 miles west) and Hale (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Totton (11 miles east), Romsey (12 miles east), New Milton (15 miles south), Ringwood (8 miles south), Barton on Sea (15 miles south) and Marchwood (14 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Godshill Castle Hill (0.9 miles south-west) and Fordingbridge Museum (2.5 miles south-west).
- Schools near Woodgreen include The Burgate School and Sixth Form (1.9 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Horse and Groom pub (under half a mile north-west)
Questions from Woodgreen
Is Woodgreen too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you serve after a service at St Boniface?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What can guests choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Can you come to the house?
Yes, with a suitable spot for the van.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, including Hampshire. Find your area.
How many people should we cater for?
A rough estimate is enough to start. Funeral directors can advise from experience.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your wake and we will send a quote.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Step by step
Here’s how the day typically runs: we arrive, park up and set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and we serve hot from the hatch at the agreed time. In winter, it is dark in Woodgreen by about 4:00pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the van and the door helps. In summer, there is daylight until about 9:25pm.
- We start with a few details about your wake.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for family and friends.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Let us know the serving time
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Ask for a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your wake in Woodgreen, and we will check the date and send a price.
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For event organisers in Woodgreen
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Also near Woodgreen
Other occasions in Woodgreen
- 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