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Funeral and wake catering in Balls Cross, West Sussex
Funeral and wake catering in Balls Cross: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Wakes at venues
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
Planning an event in Balls Cross?
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Balls Cross
We work quietly and simply. We park discreetly and serve when people are ready. We are often asked to cater wakes at venues and gatherings after the committal, with mushy peas, gravy and haddock and chips.
For a wake near Balls Cross, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well, with the van in the yard or car park. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Where
- Balls Cross (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Balls Cross
How far is Balls Cross from London?
Roughly 39 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Balls Cross too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Balls Cross.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
Is grass a problem?
Usually, if it is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Balls Cross?
It suits all ages.
Whatever the occasion in Balls Cross, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are frequently booked for:
- Anniversary memorials
- Memorial gatherings
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Family meals after the service
Families holding a service at Holy Trinity Church often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
What to look for in a quote
- How much space the van takes up
- Whether travel is included
- VAT, if it applies
- What the price includes, item by item
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Wake catering near Balls Cross
Balls Cross is about 12 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. People in Balls Cross book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 15 miles away.
The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Balls Cross; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
Wherever your wake is in GU28, we can bring the van to you. Other places close to Balls Cross we cover include Kirdford (2 miles east), Mackerel's Common (2 miles north-east), Plaistow (3 miles north-east), Ifold (4 miles north-east) and Wisborough Green (4 miles east). Further out, we also take the van to Horsham (12 miles east), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Rustington (15 miles south), Storrington (10 miles south-east) and Billingshurst (6 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Lodsworth Castle (4.7 miles south-west). The countryside around Balls Cross includes The Mens and Shillinglee Lake.
The process
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out right on schedule. Summer evenings in Balls Cross stay light until about 9:20pm, but in December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so plan lighting near the door.
- You share 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.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Getting a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Where the van can park in Balls Cross
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Check the hall has an urn
- Choose a friend to be our contact
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Cater for a few more than you expect
Give us a contact for the day who isn’t a close family member.
Photos or a memory book give people something to share.
What affects the price in Balls Cross
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Parking and the way in
- Cod, haddock or both
- Distance and any road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Your date and serving time
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
Towns and villages near Balls Cross
Other occasions in Balls Cross
- 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