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Funeral and wake catering in Kirdford, West Sussex
We bring fish and chips for the wake to Kirdford and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Anniversary memorials
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
Funeral and wake catering in Kirdford
Who books funeral and wake catering in Kirdford?
It suits all ages, from children to older relatives.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Kirdford and West Sussex:
- A wake at the family home
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
- Memorial gatherings
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the closest railway station is Billingshurst station, roughly 4.7 miles east of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit and payment dates
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Whether there’s a minimum
How our funeral and wake catering works in Kirdford
Food is fried to order, so it is hot when people arrive, after a long, cold day. Popular choices include sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater pub wakes and family gatherings after a burial or cremation.
Near Kirdford, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Area
- Kirdford (RH14)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
What affects the price in Kirdford
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of menu
- How easy the site is to reach
- Numbers
- The length of service
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- A picture of where the van would go
- The venue or postcode
- The date and time of the event
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your wake in Kirdford, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
How the day works
There is very little for you to do on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your wake. The frying and serving are down to us. Sunset in Kirdford is about 7:05pm in late September and about 3:55pm in December; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, 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.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your wake, and we will quote on that. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Kirdford?
A pub or venue may cater a wake themselves. A van works at home or at a hall. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book with us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- A clear quote before booking
- Bookings across West Sussex, including Kirdford
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Kirdford
Is Kirdford too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Kirdford?
Billingshurst station, about 4.7 miles east of the centre.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can the wake be at home?
Yes. Send us a picture of the drive or the road outside.
Where can the van park?
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.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
What if the service runs late?
We plan for delays. We’ll work to your contact on the day.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Kirdford?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Also near Kirdford
Also in Kirdford
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
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. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Kirdford: halls, homes and travel
Kirdford is about 10 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Bookings in Kirdford come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Kirdford is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 15 miles away.
Families holding a service at The Parish Church of St John the Baptist frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
Anywhere in RH14, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your wake is on Oakside, Poplar Walk and Maple Drive or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. Other places close to Kirdford we cover include Mackerel's Common (1 mile north), Balls Cross (2 miles west), Wisborough Green (2 miles east), Plaistow (2 miles north) and Ifold (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Horsham (10 miles east), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Storrington (9 miles south-east), Billingshurst (5 miles east), Bewbush (15 miles east) and Angmering (15 miles south).
The countryside around Kirdford includes Shillinglee Lake and The Mens.
- 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