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Funeral and wake catering in Bishopstone, East Sussex
Funeral and wake catering in Bishopstone: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Memorial gatherings
- Anniversary memorials
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
Book the van in Bishopstone
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Funeral and wake catering in Bishopstone, cooked to order
We understand that timings on the day can move, so we stay flexible. We serve pie and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater gatherings at a village hall or club and a wake at the family home.
Near Bishopstone, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. You will know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Area
- Bishopstone (BN25)
- County
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Bishopstone: halls, homes and travel
Bishopstone is about 1 mile north-west of Seaford, in East Sussex. Bookings in Bishopstone come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Bishopstone is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 10 miles away.
For family travelling by train, Bishopstone (Sussex) station, about 0.8 miles south, is the nearest station. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Bishopstone; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural. Bishopstone is within about 2 miles of the sea, and for many families fish and chips brings back memories of the seaside.
Here we cover the BN25 postcode area. Whether your wake is on Bishopstone Road and Manor Yard or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Close by, we cover wakes in Norton (1 mile north), Tide Mills (1 mile south-west), Seaford (1 mile south-east), Denton (1 mile north-west) and Newhaven (2 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Eastbourne (9 miles east), Lewes (7 miles north-west), Hailsham (9 miles north-east), Uckfield (12 miles north), Peacehaven (4 miles west) and Telscombe (4 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Arlington Castle (3.9 miles north-east) and Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (1 mile south-west). Within reach you’ll find Firle Beacon.
- Local schools include St Peter's School (1.4 miles south-east) and UTC@Harbourside (1.5 miles west)
Step by step
Service is quick: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. In summer, a wake in Bishopstone has light until about 9:15pm, but in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so plan lighting near the door.
- It starts with the date, where the wake is and roughly how many.
- You get an access check and a quote, without fuss.
- We agree a time to arrive and when food should be ready, allowing for the service running over.
- We serve calmly from the hatch when everyone is ready.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly and leave the spot tidy.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your wake. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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FAQs for Bishopstone
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Andrew: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Which station is closest to Bishopstone?
Bishopstone (Sussex) station, about 0.8 miles south of the centre.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Can someone else arrange it?
Yes, many families prefer that.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your wake and we’ll send a quote.
How many people should we cater for?
Give us your best estimate, and we’ll plan with a little extra.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Also near Bishopstone
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Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Compared with a buffet, fish and chips is hot and simple, which helps when numbers are hard to predict. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why Bishopstone hosts choose us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- A quote that spells everything out
- No kitchen needed
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
What affects the price in Bishopstone
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The day of the week
- The number of meals
- Whether a minimum applies
- Distance and any road charges
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The address or venue name
- Expected numbers
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Choose a friend to be our contact
- Mention allergies you know about
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Keep the serving time flexible
A friend or the funeral director can be our contact.
A favourite cake can be a lovely touch.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work. The main points are:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
Perfect for your wake in Bishopstone
It suits all ages, from children to older relatives.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Pub wakes
- Wakes at home
- Memorial events and anniversaries
After a service at Church of St Andrew, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Questions to ask before you book
- VAT, if it applies
- The deposit and payment dates
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Allergen information for each item
- 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