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Funeral and wake catering in Climping, West Sussex
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book fish and chips for the wake in Climping.
- A tribute meal
- Remembrance gatherings
- Wakes at home
Funeral and wake catering for Climping events
Funeral and wake catering in Climping, cooked to order
Funerals are frequently arranged at short notice, so ask as soon as you have the date. On the menu are cod and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for family gatherings after a burial or cremation and wakes at home.
In a small place like Climping, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. Everything is fried fresh at your wake, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
- Location
- Climping (BN17)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Who books funeral and wake catering in Climping?
It works for everyone.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Pub wakes
- Celebrations of life
- Family meals after the service
- A wake at the family home
For a service at a church like The Parish Church of St Mary, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Before you book anyone
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
- Any minimum charge
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A spot near your guests
- Lighting nearby for evening events
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
Questions from Climping
Which station is closest to Climping?
The closest is Littlehampton station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Climping?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including West Sussex. Find your area.
Do you come to Climping?
We do. We serve events in Climping and across West Sussex. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan service around it.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we will plan for them.
For event organisers in Climping
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Nearby places to Climping
Also in Climping
Arranging a wake in Climping
Climping is about 2 miles west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Tell us where your wake in Climping will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up. Climping is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 19 miles away.
If relatives are coming by rail, the closest railway station is Littlehampton station, roughly 1.2 miles east of the centre. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Climping; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural. Climping is within about 2 miles of the sea, and for many families fish and chips brings back memories of the seaside.
Wakes anywhere in BN17 start with a parking spot for the van. Whether your wake is on Church Lane, Horsemere Green Lane and Crookthorn Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Climping we cover include Horsemere Green (1 mile west), Atherington (1 mile south), Ford (1 mile north), Wick (1 mile north-east) and Tortington (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles east) and Lancing (11 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Arundel and District Hospital (3 miles north) and Rustington Museum (3 miles east). Green spaces nearby include WWT Arundel.
- Schools near Climping include The Littlehampton Academy (1.8 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Black Horse Public House (0.7 miles south)
Takeaway run or book a van?
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 generally 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.
What a fish and chip van costs
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Numbers
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Service time
- Whether a minimum applies
Larger groups typically cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- A photo of the parking spot
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Your date and serving time
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your wake, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Compared with a buffet, a van gives everyone a hot meal, and there is less waste when numbers are uncertain. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
What you get with us
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- A clear quote before booking
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Build in time for delays
- Ask your funeral director to help estimate numbers
We arrive in good time and park discreetly before guests return from the service.
A favourite cake can be a lovely touch.
How the day works
Here’s how the day typically runs: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot at the agreed time. Sunset in Climping is about 7:05pm in late September and about 4:00pm in December; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- We start with a few details about your wake.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- 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
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, use our quote form.
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