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Funeral and wake catering in High Salvington, West Sussex
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book fish and chips for the wake in High Salvington.
- Gatherings after the committal
- Life celebrations
- Memorial events and anniversaries
Planning an event in High Salvington?
How our funeral and wake catering works in High Salvington
Funerals are frequently arranged at short notice, so ask as soon as you have the date. We are frequently asked to cater family gatherings after a burial or cremation and village hall wakes, serving mushy peas, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
For a wake in a place like High Salvington, the village hall is often the heart of it. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Area
- High Salvington (BN13, BN14)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Plan for a few extra people
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Plan seating for older guests
- Allow for the service running over
Seats for older guests near the hall or house help.
Tea and coffee from the hall’s urn, or a friend’s tea table, goes well alongside.
For event organisers in High Salvington
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
Why choose a fish and chip van in High Salvington?
For warm food after a funeral, a chip van is a gentle choice in High Salvington. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book our van in High Salvington
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A clear quote before you book
- All the chip-shop extras
- Hot food handed straight over
High Salvington: halls, homes and travel
High Salvington is about 2 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. From the centre of High Salvington to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We take the van to 371 places across West Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from High Salvington to Brighton (about 12 miles away).
For family travelling by train, Durrington-On-Sea station is about 2.2 miles away. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of High Salvington; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural. The coast is within about 4 miles of High Salvington.
Here we cover the BN13 and BN14 postcode area, so your wake can be anywhere in it. From Mill Lane, Furze Road and Gorse Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Nearby, we also serve wakes in Cote (1 mile south-west), Durrington (1 mile south), Findon (1 mile north), Clapham (2 miles west) and Patching (2 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Horsham (15 miles north), Bognor Regis (13 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (6 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles east) and Lancing (4 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Museum of Sussex Folklore (1.7 miles south) and Old Castle (1.7 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Highdown Hill and Widewater Lagoon.
- Nearby schools include Durrington High School (1.5 miles south)
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Other occasions in High Salvington
Takeaway run or book a van?
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 solves that by cooking on site.
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.
What the van needs
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
How the day works
Here’s how the day generally runs: we arrive, park up and set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot at the agreed time. In summer, a wake in High Salvington has light until about 9:20pm, while winter afternoons darken by about 4:00pm, so plan lighting near the door.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the serving time
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your wake. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.
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Perfect for your wake in High Salvington
It suits all ages.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Family meals after the service
- Celebrations of life
- Pub wakes
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
After a service at St Peter, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Before you book anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- VAT, if it applies
- When payment is due
- How allergens are handled
What affects the price in High Salvington
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Distance and any road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
- The menu and how many choices
- How easy the site is to reach
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The address or venue name
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A picture of where the van would go
- Dietary needs, with numbers
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Questions from High Salvington
Which station is closest to High Salvington?
Durrington-On-Sea station, about 2.2 miles south of the centre.
Can you serve near the sea around High Salvington?
Yes. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
How do we estimate numbers?
It is hard to know, so a rough number is fine. Funeral directors can advise from experience.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Children usually love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Do you come to High Salvington?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including High Salvington. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
What can guests choose from?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
- 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