East Sussex · England
Funeral and wake catering in Chapel Row, East Sussex
We bring fish and chips for the wake to Chapel Row and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Life celebrations
- Village hall wakes
- Remembrance gatherings
Fresh fish and chips in Chapel Row
Funeral and wake catering in Chapel Row, cooked to order
We serve wakes at homes, halls, clubs and venues. On the menu are gravy, cod and chips and sausage and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater memorial events and anniversaries and wakes at a pub or venue with outside space.
Near Chapel Row, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
- Location
- Chapel Row (BN27)
- Region
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A short walk from the party
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Should I sort the food myself?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Planning for dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Name a contact for the day who isn’t close family
- Mention allergies you know about
- Make sure older relatives can sit
- Arrange tea and coffee separately
Seats for older guests near the hall or house help.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Chapel Row?
It suits all ages, from children to older relatives.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Chapel Row book the van for events such as:
- Pub wakes
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Wakes at home
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
If the funeral is at a church such as Herstmonceux Free Church, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
What your quote should include
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Whether there is a minimum
- The cancellation terms
- How allergens are handled
About the food
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
Common questions in Chapel Row
Which station is closest to Chapel Row?
Pevensey Bay station, about 4.8 miles south of the centre.
How far is Chapel Row from London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is generally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes. We’re happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
What can guests choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it is fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The number of meals
- Service time
- How easy the site is to reach
- Whether a minimum applies
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.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The venue or postcode
- Allergies and diets you know about
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Chapel Row? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Nearby places to Chapel Row
What else we do in Chapel Row
Why choose a fish and chip van in Chapel Row?
Making food yourself for a wake is a lot to take on. We do the cooking. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why Chapel Row hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Bookings across East Sussex, including Chapel Row
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Wakes in Chapel Row: venues and practical details
Chapel Row is about 3 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We serve wakes at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Chapel Row. We serve 289 places in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Chapel Row to Brighton (20 miles away).
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the closest railway station is Pevensey Bay station, roughly 4.8 miles south of the centre.
Wherever your wake is in BN27, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We also bring the van to wakes in Flowers Green (1 mile south), Herstmonceux (1 mile north-west), Windmill Hill (1 mile east), Golden Cross (1 mile south-west) and Stunts Green (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Eastbourne (7 miles south), Hastings (10 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south-west), Lewes (14 miles west) and Hailsham (3 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Amberstone Hospital (2.2 miles west) and Herstmonceux Castle (1.2 miles south-east).
- Nearby, you will find The Brewers' Arms Inn (less than half a mile north)
What happens on the day
There’s very little for you to do on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your wake. We handle the cooking and serving. In Chapel Row, it’s dark by about 7:00pm in late September and 3:55pm in December.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for family and friends.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Give us a contact for the day
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your wake, and we will check the date and send a price.
Planning help
- 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