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Funeral and Wake Catering for Pagham events
Funeral and wake catering in Pagham: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Wakes at home
- Celebrations of life
Funeral and wake catering in Pagham
How it works
You don’t need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your wake. The frying and serving are down to us. Summer evenings in Pagham stay light until about 9:20pm, while winter afternoons darken by about 4:00pm.
- The family or funeral director sends us the date, place and numbers.
- You get an access check and a quote, without fuss.
- Timings allow for the service and travel from it.
- We serve calmly from the hatch when everyone is ready.
- We pack up when everyone has eaten and leave quietly.
Before we arrive
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
Funeral and wake catering in Pagham, fried fresh
Wakes are rarely planned months ahead, so contact us as soon as you can. On the menu are pie and chips, sausage and chips and gravy, and typical bookings are for scattering of ashes gatherings and memorial events and anniversaries.
In a small place like Pagham, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
- Location
- Pagham (PO21)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
What else we do in Pagham
Should I sort the food myself?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a buffet, a van gives everyone a hot meal, which helps when numbers are hard to predict. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wake.
Why book with us
- No surprises in your quote
- Events in Pagham and across West Sussex
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Classic food your guests already know
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Use the funeral director’s experience on numbers
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Build in time for delays
We arrive in good time and park discreetly.
A table of photos helps people talk.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Cod, haddock or both
- Access and parking
- Distance and any road charges
- The number of meals
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Where the event is
- A picture of the parking spot
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Your date and serving time
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in Pagham
We’re gathering after a service at The Parish Church of St Thomas A Becket: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Is Pagham close to London?
About 58 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Children generally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before booking.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
Wakes in Pagham: venues and practical details
Pagham is about 3 miles south-west of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Pagham is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Pagham is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 27 miles away.
If relatives are coming by rail, Bognor Regis station is about 3.2 miles away. Pagham is within about 4 miles of the sea.
Wakes anywhere in PO21 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Streets in the area include Swan Dene, Sea Lane and Well Road, and the van can serve a wake on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Pagham we cover include Nyetimber (1 mile north-east), Aldwick (2 miles north-east), Church Norton (2 miles south-west), Sidlesham (2 miles west) and South Mundham (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles north-east), Chichester (5 miles north), Selsey (3 miles south-west), Littlehampton (10 miles east) and Emsworth (10 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (3.3 miles north-east) and Bognor Regis Museum (2.9 miles east).
- Pubs nearby include The Lamb pub (0.7 miles north)
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
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.
What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
Occasions we serve in Pagham
It is warm, simple food that almost everyone enjoys.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Pagham:
- Memorial gatherings
- Anniversary memorials
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
Families holding a service at The Parish Church of St Thomas A Becket frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park.
Comparing caterers
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether VAT is included
- The van’s size and access needs
- 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