Oxfordshire · England
Funeral and wake catering in Yarnton, Oxfordshire
We bring fish and chips for the wake to Yarnton and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Village hall wakes
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
Planning an event in Yarnton?
How our funeral and wake catering works in Yarnton
Services frequently run over, so we stay flexible. We serve sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for memorial gatherings and gatherings after the committal.
In a small place like Yarnton, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Where
- Yarnton (OX5)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Step by step
Service is quick: everything is handed over hot from the hatch. Afterwards we pack up. Summer evenings in Yarnton stay light until about 9:30pm, but in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so plan lighting near the door.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Ensure the van can get in
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Plan where the queue will stand
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Should I sort the food myself?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Let someone else talk to us on the day
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
- Keep the serving time flexible
- Ask the venue about the van
Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground when choosing a serving time.
A favourite cake can be a lovely touch.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
Preparing food yourself adds to a hard day. We do the cooking. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Why book our van in Yarnton
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Classic food your guests already know
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Arranging a wake in Yarnton
Yarnton is about 5 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Yarnton and the surrounding area. Yarnton is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover.
Relatives arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Oxford Parkway station, about 1.4 miles east.
Anywhere in OX5, we can fry fresh for your guests. From Dashwood Avenue, Spencer Avenue and Merton Way or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to wakes in Begbroke (1 mile north-west), Worton (1 mile west), Thrupp (2 miles north), Bladon (2 miles north-west) and Shipton-on-Cherwell (3 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Oxford (5 miles south-east), Didcot (14 miles south), Bicester (9 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles south), Witney (8 miles west) and Carterton (12 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Acland Hospital (3.8 miles south-east) and Oxford Castle (4.3 miles south-east). The countryside around Yarnton includes Harcourt Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
- Local schools include Gosford Hill School (1.4 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion pub (within half a mile south-west)
Common questions in Yarnton
Do you come out to small places like Yarnton?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Yarnton?
The closest is Oxford Parkway station, roughly 1.4 miles away.
Can the wake be at home?
Yes. Tell us about parking at the house.
What if we don’t know numbers?
A rough estimate is enough to start. Your funeral director can help.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Is grass a problem?
Normally, if it is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
How quickly can you come?
Ask as soon as you have the date. We will let you know quickly.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
What a fish and chip van costs
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The date and time of year
- Numbers
- Parking and the way in
- Travel, tolls and road charges
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The address or venue name
- Where the van would park
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Yarnton? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. To contact us, use our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Yarnton
It needs no kitchen at the hall or home.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Yarnton, people book us for occasions like:
- Life celebrations
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Bartholomew, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
What to look for in a quote
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether there is a minimum
- How late numbers can change
Other occasions in Yarnton
Where the van can park in Yarnton
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- A spot near your guests
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- 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 before booking.
On the menu in Yarnton
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- 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