Isle of Wight · England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Yaverland
We bring fish and chips for the wake to Yaverland and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Life celebrations
- Wakes at venues
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
Fresh fish and chips in Yaverland
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and children love it.
How our funeral and wake catering works in Yaverland
Some families choose it because it was a loved one’s favourite, which makes it a fitting tribute. For remembrance gatherings and village hall wakes, we can cook mushy peas, sausage and chips and gravy for your guests.
Near Yaverland, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Location
- Yaverland (PO36)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Access and parking
- How long we serve
- The number of meals
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and serving time
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A picture of where the van would go
- Expected numbers
Still finalising the details? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
Yaverland questions
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind doesn’t affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Is Yaverland too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, the Isle of Wight included. Find your area.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Do you have allergen information?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
Can our funeral director book for us?
Of course. We are happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Perfect for your wake in Yaverland
It can be a fitting tribute.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Yaverland and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- A wake at the family home
- Wakes at venues
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- A tribute meal
If relatives are coming by rail, the nearest station is Brading station, about 1 mile north.
Comparing caterers
- How late numbers can change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The van’s size and access needs
- Whether VAT is included
How the day works
We work to your timings. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. In Yaverland, it’s dark by about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December.
- We start with a few details about your wake.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for family and friends.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Have a level parking spot ready
How to get a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your wake in Yaverland, and we will check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Wake catering near Yaverland
Yaverland is about 4 miles south of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. For wakes in Yaverland, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Yaverland is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 21 miles away.
Families holding a service at St John the Baptist Church often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park. Yaverland is within about a mile of the sea.
Here we cover the PO36 postcode area, so your wake can be anywhere in it. From Meadow Way, Yaverland Close and Yaverland Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Yarbridge (1 mile north-west), Morton (1 mile north-west), Brading (1 mile north), Sandown (1 mile south-west) and Adgestone (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Newport (8 miles west), Ryde (4 miles north), Cowes (10 miles north-west), Shanklin (3 miles south-west), Ventnor (6 miles south-west) and East Cowes (9 miles north-west). Some remote sites need extra planning, so contact us in good time.
Nearby you will also find Sandown Castle (0.7 miles south-west) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (2.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Yaverland includes Bembridge Down and Brading Marshes RSPB reserve.
- Schools near Yaverland include Sandown Bay Academy (1.4 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Caulkheads pub (0.7 miles south-west)
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Allow for the service running over
- Let us know of any allergies
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Let someone else talk to us on the day
When everyone has eaten, we pack up quietly.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
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 nobody has to miss the wake.
Working with your venue
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Other occasions in Yaverland
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For warm food after a funeral, fish and chips from a van works well in Yaverland. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book our van in Yaverland
- All the chip-shop extras
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- We cover Yaverland and the whole of the Isle of Wight
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
- 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