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Funeral and Wake Catering in Hambrook
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, fish and chips for the wake turns food into part of your wake in Hambrook.
- Gatherings after the committal
- Memorial gatherings
- Memorial events and anniversaries
Funeral and wake catering in Hambrook
Questions from Hambrook
Which station is closest to Hambrook?
Nutbourne station, about 0.6 miles south of the centre.
Can you serve after a service at St Wilfrid's Church and Hall?
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. Send us the address.
Can the wake be at home?
Yes. Tell us about parking at the house.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we’ll confirm the rest.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Is short notice a problem?
Contact us as soon as you can. We’ll let you know quickly.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Hambrook?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your wake and we will send a quote.
Funeral and wake catering in Hambrook, fried fresh
Sometimes fish and chips was the favourite meal of the person being remembered, which makes it a fitting tribute. Popular choices include pie and chips, gravy and haddock and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater wakes at church halls and clubs and remembering a loved one’s favourite food.
In a small place like Hambrook, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Where
- Hambrook (PO18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning the van’s spot
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
Nearby places to Hambrook
What else we do in Hambrook
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
A pub or venue may cater a wake themselves. A van works where they don’t, or at home. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
Why us?
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Quick service from the hatch
- All the chip-shop extras
Why choose funeral and wake catering in Hambrook?
It works for everyone, from children to older relatives.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Hambrook:
- Memorial gatherings
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
For a service at a church like St Wilfrid's Church and Hall, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
What your quote should include
- How much space the van takes up
- How many hours the van serves
- The cancellation terms
- Whether there is a minimum
How the day works
You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your wake. We handle the cooking and serving. Summer evenings in Hambrook stay light until about 9:20pm, but in December it’s dark by about 4:00pm.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the wake.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
- Plan for a few extra people
- Keep the serving time flexible
A friend or the funeral director can be our contact.
Have napkins and bins ready.
Arranging a wake in Hambrook
Hambrook is about 5 miles west of Chichester, in West Sussex. We park up at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Hambrook and the surrounding area. We serve all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Hambrook to Southampton (23 miles away).
If relatives are coming by rail, Nutbourne station is about 0.6 miles away. Hambrook is within about 8 miles of the South Downs National Park, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
We cover wakes in every part of the PO18 postcode area. Whether your wake is on Kingfisher Close, Dragonfly Grove and Pipistrelle Way or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to wakes in Nutbourne (1 mile south), Funtington (1 mile north-east), West Ashling (1 mile east), Chidham (1 mile south) and Racton (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (10 miles south-east), Chichester (5 miles east), Selsey (9 miles south-east), Emsworth (3 miles west), Portfield (5 miles east) and Yapton (12 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Havant War Memorial Hospital (4.7 miles west) and Emsworth Museum (2.5 miles west). Open spaces near Hambrook include Nutborne Marshes and Stoke Down.
- Local schools include Bourne Community College (1.5 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Bosham Free House Public House And Restaurant (0.9 miles south)
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The length of service
- Your choice of menu
- Distance and any road charges
- The minimum booking
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The venue or postcode
Each quote is put together for your wake. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
What comes out of the fryer
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
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
- 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