West Sussex · England
Funeral and Wake Catering in Fontwell
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, fish and chips for the wake makes the food a highlight of your wake in Fontwell.
- Pub wakes
- Small family memorials
- Family meals after the service
Funeral and wake catering for Fontwell events
Funeral and wake catering in Fontwell, fried fresh
Some families choose it because it was a loved one’s favourite. Popular choices include gravy, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater scattering of ashes gatherings and a favourite meal in someone’s memory.
For a wake near Fontwell, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the van in the yard or car park. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
- Where
- Fontwell (BN18, PO20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
FAQs for Fontwell
Is Fontwell close to London?
Roughly 51 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
We are gathering after a service at Westergate Mission Hall: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is usually simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
What if timings change?
Of course. We serve when people are ready.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do.
Is grass a problem?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Before you choose a spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
Places near Fontwell
What else we do in Fontwell
What affects the price in Fontwell
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Distance and any road charges
- Service time
- The date and time of year
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and time of the event
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.
Occasions we serve in Fontwell
It can be a fitting tribute.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Family meals after the service
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
If relatives are coming by rail, the closest railway station is Barnham station, roughly 1.6 miles south of the centre.
Questions to ask before you book
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- When payment is due
- The deadline for final numbers
- The cancellation terms
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Plan seating for older guests
- Keep the serving time flexible
- Ask the venue about the van
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
We start when you give the word.
Photos or a memory book give people something to share.
Arranging a wake in Fontwell
Fontwell is about 5 miles north of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Tell us where your wake in Fontwell will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. Fontwell is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Fontwell to Brighton (23 miles away).
After a service at Westergate Mission Hall, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone. Fontwell is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural. Fontwell is within about 5 miles of the sea, and for many families fish and chips brings back memories of the seaside.
We take the van to wakes all over the BN18 and PO20 postcode area. Streets in the area include London Road, Cooke Road and Steeplechase Way, and the van can serve a wake on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Fontwell we cover include Eastergate (1 mile south), Slindon (1 mile north-east), Nyton (1 mile south-west), West Barnham (1 mile south) and Slindon Common (1 mile east). Further out, we also take the van to Worthing (11 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south), Chichester (6 miles west), Selsey (10 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles south-east) and Lancing (14 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tote Copse Castle (2.2 miles south-west) and Arundel and District Hospital (3.7 miles east). The countryside around Fontwell includes Bignor Hill and WWT Arundel.
- Local schools include Eastergate CofE Primary School (1.1 miles south-west)
Step by step
Here’s how the day normally runs: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you’re ready to eat. In summer, a wake in Fontwell has light until about 9:20pm, but in December it’s dark by about 4:00pm.
- We start with a few details about your wake.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for family and friends.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Give us a contact for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
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’ll confirm what we can provide.
- 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