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Funeral and Wake Catering in Storrington
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, fish and chips for the wake makes the food a highlight of your wake in Storrington.
- Gatherings after the committal
- Memorial gatherings
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
Funeral and wake catering in Storrington
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Funeral and wake catering for your wake in Storrington
We understand that timings on the day can move, and we will work around the service and the family. We are often asked to cater life celebrations and gatherings at a village hall or club, with gravy, pie and chips and cod and chips.
Around Storrington, wakes are often at the village hall, a pub or home. Tell us about parking for the van. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Location
- Storrington (RH20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How the day works
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. In summer, a wake in Storrington has light until about 9:20pm, but in December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so plan lighting near the door.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Let us know the serving time
Ask for a quote
Planning fish and chips for the wake in Storrington? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
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Arranging a wake in Storrington
Storrington is about 7 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. For wakes in Storrington, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Storrington is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Storrington to Brighton (about 15 miles away).
If the funeral is at a church such as The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short. Storrington is on or near the B2139, handy for relatives driving in. Storrington is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH20. That could mean a wake at a home on Windmill Copse, Wantley Lane and Field End or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Main roads around Storrington include the B2139, which makes travel to your wake easy. Nearby, we also serve wakes in Cootham (1 mile west), Sullington (1 mile south-east), Heath Common (1 mile east), Abingworth (1 mile north-east) and West Chiltington Common (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (7 miles south), Bognor Regis (14 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (under half a mile south) and Amberley Castle (4.1 miles west). The countryside around Storrington includes Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
- Local schools include Rydon Community College (0.6 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Moon pub (within half a mile south-west)
Who books funeral and wake catering in Storrington?
It takes one job off a very long list at a difficult time.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Storrington, people book us for events such as:
- Gatherings after the committal
- Wakes at a pub or venue with outside space
- Memorial gatherings
- A favourite meal in someone’s memory
Relatives arriving by train should know that Pulborough station is about 3.9 miles away.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- Whether travel is included
- How late numbers can change
- Allergen information for each item
How we price fish and chips for the wake
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The menu and how many choices
- The day of the week
- The length of service
- The number of meals
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wake is.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The venue or postcode
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- A picture of where the van would go
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Nearby places to Storrington
Other occasions in Storrington
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Build in time for delays
- Plan for a few extra people
- Let someone else talk to us on the day
- Ask your funeral director to help estimate numbers
We arrive in good time and park discreetly.
A quiet room away from the crowd is a kindness.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
For a simple, comforting meal at a wake, a chip van is a gentle choice in Storrington. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why book our van in Storrington
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A quote that spells everything out
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
For planners, venues and organisers
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
Storrington: your questions answered
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
What’s the nearest station to Storrington?
The closest is Pulborough station, roughly 3.9 miles away.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Storrington.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
What if we do not know numbers?
It’s hard to know, so a rough number is fine. Your funeral director can help.
Can a friend deal with you?
Of course. We are happy to deal with the funeral director or a family friend.
What if timings change?
We plan for delays. We’ll work to your contact on the day.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- 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