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Funeral and Wake Catering in Woolwich
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, fish and chips for the wake turns food into part of your wake in Woolwich.
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Pub wakes
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
A chip van near Woolwich
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Woolwich
We cook as people come up, after a long, cold day. We are often asked to cater a wake at the family home and family meals after the service, with sausage and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips.
In Woolwich, a hall with parking is often the easiest option, though home can work with a drive. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Where
- Woolwich (SE18, E16, SE7)
- Region
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Woolwich: halls, homes and travel
Woolwich is about 6 miles south-east of Leyton, in Greater London. Anywhere in SE18, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Woolwich to London (about 7 miles away).
If the funeral is at a church such as Granada Cinema, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short. For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Woolwich Dockyard station serves Woolwich directly.
Here we cover the SE18, E16 and SE7 postcode area, so your wake can be anywhere in it. Whether your wake is on Market Street, Woolwich High Street and Beresford Square Market Place or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to wakes in Plumstead (1 mile east), Charlton (1 mile west), New Charlton (1 mile west), Shooter's Hill (1 mile south) and Kidbrooke (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include London (7 miles west), City of Westminster (9 miles west), Marylebone (9 miles west), Kensington (11 miles west), St Pancras (8 miles west) and Shoreditch (7 miles north-west).
A little further out are Greenwich Castle (2.9 miles west) and British Hospital for Mothers and Babies (0.5 miles west). Open spaces near Woolwich include Gilbert's Pit.
- Schools near Woolwich include Oasis Academy Silvertown (0.8 miles north) and Oasis Academy Silvertown (0.8 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Great Harry pub (less than half a mile east)
- Local facilities include East Ham (3 miles north)
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
For warm food after a funeral, fish and chips from a van works well in Woolwich. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Why us?
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- All the chip-shop extras
- Hot food handed straight over
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Plan seating for older guests
- Plan for a few extra people
- Check the hall has an urn
- Build in time for delays
We serve when people are ready, not to a rigid schedule.
A tea table run by a friend is a comfort.
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
Woolwich is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
The process
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Then everything is fried to order, so we time it to your schedule. In autumn and winter, it is dark early in Woolwich; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Share the timings for the day
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or SE18 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you’ll get a clear price. To get started, use our quote form.
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Perfect for your wake in Woolwich
Families choose fish and chips because it is comforting and familiar.
In Woolwich and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Life celebrations
- Wakes at home
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
Local halls and clubs near Woolwich can host a wake if home is too small, with the van in the car park.
What to look for in a quote
- What the price includes, item by item
- How late numbers can change
- Whether travel is included
- Whether VAT is included
Towns and villages near Woolwich
Other occasions in Woolwich
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Woolwich
Can you serve after a service at Granada Cinema?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Could you trade in Woolwich Common?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
Can you be flexible on the day?
Yes. We serve when people are ready.
Is short notice a problem?
We understand the timescales, so send us the date and we’ll answer right away.
Can you come to the house?
Frequently, yes. Tell us about parking at the house.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so it is fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
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.
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- How far we travel
- Your choice of menu
- The length of service
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Larger groups usually 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
For a quote, it helps to have:
- A photo of the parking spot
- The address or venue name
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Expected numbers
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
- 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