East Sussex · England
Funeral and wake catering in Pell Green, East Sussex
Planning fish and chips for the wake in Pell Green? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- A tribute meal
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Gatherings after the committal
Planning an event in Pell Green?
Funeral and wake catering in Pell Green, fried fresh
Services frequently run over, so we stay flexible. We are often asked to cater wakes at church halls and clubs and gatherings after scattering ashes, serving cod and chips, mushy peas and gravy.
In rural Pell Green, home or the hall is usual, with the van in the yard or car park. Everything is fried fresh at your wake, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
- Where
- Pell Green (TN5)
- Region
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
A chip van compared with other options
Some venues offer wake menus. A van works where they don’t, or at home. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Why book with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Bookings across East Sussex, including Pell Green
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Read how we price or the cost guide.
Space, access and the venue
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Pell Green
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
Step by step
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and we serve hot from the hatch when you’re ready to eat. In Pell Green, it is dark by about 7:00pm in late September and 3:55pm in December.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Getting a price
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
How we price fish and chips for the wake
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many people are eating
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Service time
- Your choice of menu
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
The more we know about your wake, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The venue or postcode
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A picture of where the van would go
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Let someone else talk to us on the day
- Build in time for delays
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Cater for a few more than you expect
Allow time for travel from the service, crematorium or burial ground.
Some families add a favourite dessert or cake.
Occasions we serve in Pell Green
Families choose fish and chips because it is comforting and familiar.
In Pell Green and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Wakes at venues
- Small family memorials
- Memorial gatherings
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
Relatives arriving by train should know that Wadhurst station is about 1.5 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- Whether travel is included
Pell Green questions
Is Pell Green close to London?
About 35 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
What if we don’t know numbers?
Start with a rough number, and we’ll plan with a little extra.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can a friend deal with you?
Yes. We can work with whoever is helping you.
Can you come to the house?
Frequently, yes. Tell us about parking at the house.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, East Sussex included. See all areas.
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Wakes in Pell Green: venues and practical details
Pell Green is about 6 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. Whether your wake is in the middle of Pell Green or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Pell Green is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 27 miles away.
Families holding a service at Rehoboth Chapel frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the van can park. The High Weald National Landscape is within about a mile of Pell Green, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Wakes anywhere in TN5 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Close by, we cover wakes in Newbury's (1 mile north-east), Cousley Wood (1 mile north-east), Wadhurst (1 mile south-west), Birchett's Green (2 miles south-east) and Shover's Green (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Hailsham (15 miles south), Crowborough (8 miles west), Uckfield (13 miles south-west), Heathfield (8 miles south-west), Upper Horsebridge (14 miles south) and Hellingly (14 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (2.8 miles south-east) and Old Scotney Castle (3.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Pell Green includes Bewl Water.
- Schools near Pell Green include Uplands Community College (0.9 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Old Vine Public House (less than half a mile north-east)
Should I sort the food myself?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
Places near Pell Green
Also in Pell Green
- 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