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Funeral and wake catering in Hoyle, West Sussex
Funeral and wake catering in Hoyle: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Remembrance gatherings
- Family meals after the service
- Remembering a loved one’s favourite food
Fresh fish and chips in Hoyle
Funeral and wake catering in Hoyle, fried fresh
Food is fried to order, so it is hot when people arrive. Whether it’s scattering of ashes gatherings and celebrations of life, we can cook haddock and chips, cod and chips and pie and chips and more.
Near Hoyle, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will be straight with you about what we can do.
- Where
- Hoyle (GU29)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Hoyle
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Other occasions in Hoyle
Why choose a fish and chip van in Hoyle?
A sit-down meal can feel formal. A van keeps it relaxed. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
How it works
Serving is straightforward: everything is handed over hot from the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. In autumn and winter, it is dark early in Hoyle; ensure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- 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.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you will get a clear price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
For planners, venues and organisers
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Who books funeral and wake catering in Hoyle?
Families choose fish and chips because it’s comforting and familiar.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Family meals after the service
- Wakes at church halls and clubs
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Celebrations of life
After a service at The Parish Church of St James, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each item
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How late numbers can change
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
FAQs for Hoyle
Is Hoyle too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you serve after a service at The Parish Church of St James?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
What if we do not know numbers?
It’s hard to know, so a rough number is fine. Your funeral director can help.
Can the van park on grass?
Normally, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Do you take everything away?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Wake catering near Hoyle
Hoyle is about 9 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. Anywhere in GU29, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. Hoyle is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 21 miles away.
Hoyle is within about 3 miles of the South Downs National Park; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
We take the van to wakes all over the GU29 postcode area and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Heyshott (1 mile south-west), Heyshott Green (1 mile west), Cocking Causeway (2 miles north-west), West Lavington (2 miles north-west) and Cocking (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (12 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south), Littlehampton (13 miles south-east), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Rustington (13 miles south-east) and Storrington (12 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Midhurst Community Hospital (2.6 miles north-west) and Lodsworth Castle (2.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Hoyle include Levin Down and Graffham Common.
- Pubs nearby include Unicorn Inn (0.6 miles south-west)
Diets, allergies and planning
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Let us know of any allergies
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Let someone else talk to us on the day
- Check the hall has an urn
We serve when people are ready.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How many people are eating
- Parking and the way in
- The day of the week
- Cod, haddock or both
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Your date and serving time
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Expected numbers
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
- 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