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Funeral and Wake Catering in Itchingfield
Funeral and wake catering in Itchingfield: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Family meals after the service
- Wakes at home
- Village hall wakes
Funeral and wake catering for Itchingfield events
What the van needs
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A spot near your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
How our funeral and wake catering works in Itchingfield
A wake needs warm, simple food. Fish and chips is familiar and comforting. Whether it’s pub wakes and remembrance gatherings, we can cook cod and chips, sausage and chips and gravy for your guests.
Near Itchingfield, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Location
- Itchingfield (RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How the day works
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, so we time it to your schedule. A wake in Itchingfield in late autumn or winter may run into the dark, with sunset about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for family and friends.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Clear the route for the van
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Get a quote
Thinking about fish and chips for the wake for your wake in Itchingfield? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. 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.
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.
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The number of meals
- Access and parking
- Cod, haddock or both
- How long we serve
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Where the event is
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A picture of the parking spot
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Each quote is put together for your wake. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
A chip van compared with other options
Making food yourself for a wake is a lot to take on. We do the cooking. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why book our van in Itchingfield
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Quick service from the hatch
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- All the chip-shop extras
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
- Allow a little extra
- Mention allergies you know about
We serve when people are ready.
A table of photos helps people talk.
Perfect for your wake in Itchingfield
It suits all ages, from children to older relatives.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Wakes at home
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
- Memorial gatherings
- Anniversary memorials
For family travelling by train, Christs Hospital station, about 1.5 miles east, is the nearest station.
Comparing caterers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- If the price includes VAT
- How late numbers can change
Also near Itchingfield
Also in Itchingfield
FAQs for Itchingfield
We are gathering after a service at The Parish Church of St Nicolas: can you come?
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.
How far is Itchingfield from London?
Roughly 34 miles from the centre of London.
How do we estimate numbers?
Give us your best estimate, and we’ll plan with a little extra.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
How quickly can you come?
Wakes are often arranged quickly, so send us the date and we will answer right away.
What can guests choose from?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Can the wake be at home?
Yes, if there is somewhere level and firm to park the van close to the house.
Wakes in Itchingfield: venues and practical details
Itchingfield is about 4 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We take fish and chips for the wake to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Itchingfield. Itchingfield is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Itchingfield to Guildford (16 miles away).
Families holding a service at The Parish Church of St Nicolas frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
For wakes in RH13, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Whether your wake is on Bashurst Hill, Five Oaks Road and Bashurst Copse or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to wakes in Barns Green (1 mile south), Broadbridge Heath (2 miles north-east), Brooks Green (2 miles south), Tower Hill (2 miles east) and Southwater (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (10 miles north-east), Horsham (4 miles east), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles south-east), Broadfield (9 miles east) and Storrington (9 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Christs Hospital School Museum (1.6 miles east) and Horsham Hospital (3.5 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Warnham LNR.
- Nearby schools include Tanbridge House School (2.3 miles north-east)
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: 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