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Funeral and wake catering in Sullington, West Sussex
Looking for fish and chips for the wake in Sullington? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Memorial gatherings
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Family gatherings after a burial or cremation
Funeral and wake catering in Sullington
About our funeral and wake catering in Sullington
We work quietly and simply. We park discreetly and serve when people are ready. Typical bookings include gatherings after the committal and life celebrations, with mushy peas, cod and chips and pie and chips.
Near Sullington, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do before you book.
- Area
- Sullington (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A short walk from the party
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Sullington
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
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.
What a fish and chip van costs
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Numbers
- How far we travel
- Any minimum charge
- How easy the site is to reach
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Your date and serving time
- Expected numbers
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The address or venue name
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Arranging a wake in Sullington
Sullington is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We cover Sullington as standard, so your wake just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. Sullington is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Sullington to Brighton (about 14 miles away).
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the closest railway station is Amberley station, roughly 4.7 miles west of the centre. The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of Sullington, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Wherever your wake is in RH20, we can bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Storrington (1 mile north-west), Heath Common (1 mile north-east), Washington (1 mile east), Rock (1 mile east) and Cootham (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Horsham (12 miles north-east), Worthing (6 miles south), Bognor Regis (14 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east), Littlehampton (8 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (0.7 miles north-west) and Amberley Castle (4.5 miles west). The countryside around Sullington includes Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Chanctonbury Hill.
- Nearby schools include Rydon Community College (0.9 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find The Anchor Inn (0.8 miles north-west)
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Mention allergies you know about
- Have chairs for those who need them
- Keep the serving time flexible
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
We serve when people are ready.
Napkins and bins near the van keep things tidy.
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
Nearby places to Sullington
More for events in Sullington
Sullington questions
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’ll follow the site rules.
We’re gathering after a service at The Parish Church of St Mary: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children usually love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Normally, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
What’s on the menu?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, including West Sussex. See all areas.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Events we cater in Sullington
There is no kitchen work for anyone.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Sullington and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Family meals after the service
- A wake at the family home
- Memorial gatherings
- Wakes at venues
For a service at a church like The Parish Church of St Mary, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Whether VAT is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Step by step
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we’ll adjust start times and pace. In autumn and winter, it’s dark early in Sullington; plan a lit path from the door to the van.
- We start with a few details about your wake.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for family and friends.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Get a quote
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.
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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. Ask the council or landowner early.
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 will work through them with you.
- 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