East Sussex · England
Funeral and Wake Catering for Broyle Side events
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, fish and chips for the wake makes the food a highlight of your wake in Broyle Side.
- Life celebrations
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
A chip van near Broyle Side
Perfect for your wake in Broyle Side
There is no kitchen work for anyone.
In Broyle Side and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Gatherings at a village hall or club
- Anniversary memorials
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Memorial gatherings
If there is not room at home, a hall or club near Broyle Side may suit, with the van in the car park.
Before you book anyone
- How late numbers can change
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- A clear list of what’s included
- Payment terms and deposit
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Broyle Side
Sometimes fish and chips was the favourite meal of the person being remembered. We are frequently asked to cater gatherings after scattering ashes and wakes at home, with gravy, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
Near Broyle Side, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do before you book.
- Location
- Broyle Side (BN8)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Confirm the van can park at the hall
- Let us know of any allergies
- Ask your funeral director to help estimate numbers
- Allow a little extra
Afterwards, we leave quietly.
Photos or a memory book give people something to share.
Prices and what affects them
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Parking and the way in
- How many people are eating
- The day of the week
- The length of service
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your wake, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where the event is
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, use our quote form.
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, park the van and get the fryers going. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts. In autumn and winter, it’s dark early in Broyle Side; make sure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- 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
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Clear the route for the van
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
FAQs for Broyle Side
Do you come out to small places like Broyle Side?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Broyle Side?
The closest is Glynde station, roughly 2.9 miles away.
How many people should we cater for?
Start with a rough number, and we will firm it up nearer the day.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We will talk it through when we quote.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
A chip van compared with other options
For a simple, comforting meal at a wake, fish and chips from a van works well in Broyle Side. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book our van in Broyle Side
- All the chip-shop extras
- Classic food your guests already know
- A clear quote before booking
- Events in Broyle Side and across East Sussex
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
After a funeral in Broyle Side
Broyle Side is about 3 miles north-east of Lewes, in East Sussex. For wakes in Broyle Side, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We serve 289 places in East Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 10 miles away.
After a service at The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone. Relatives arriving by train should know that Glynde station, about 2.9 miles south, is the nearest station. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Broyle Side, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
We cover wakes in every part of BN8. Local streets include Broyle Paddock, Ballard Drive and Turnpike Close; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to wakes in Norlington (1 mile west), Upper Wellingham (2 miles west), Rose Hill (2 miles north), Barcombe Mills (2 miles north-west) and Isfield (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (12 miles south-east), Seaford (9 miles south), Lewes (3 miles south-west), Hailsham (8 miles east), Crowborough (11 miles north) and Uckfield (5 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Lewes Victoria Hospital (4 miles south-west) and Museum of Agricultural Bygones (0.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Malling Down and Cliffe Hill.
- Local schools include Ringmer Primary and Nursery School (0.7 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Green Man pub (less than half a mile south-west)
- Local facilities include South Malling Without (2.5 miles south-west)
Nearby places to Broyle Side
Other occasions in Broyle Side
- 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