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Funeral and wake catering in Washington, West Sussex
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 Washington.
- A tribute meal
- Village hall wakes
- Memorial events and anniversaries
Fresh fish and chips in Washington
Funeral and wake catering in Washington, fried fresh
Wakes are rarely planned months ahead, so ask as soon as you have the date. For a tribute meal and wakes at venues, we’ll put together a menu of pie and chips, gravy and mushy peas.
In rural Washington, home or the hall is usual. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Washington (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
For event organisers in Washington
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. What matters most:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Ask a friend to run a tea table
- Cater for a few more than you expect
- Build in time for delays
- Funeral directors can help with numbers
Give us a contact for the day who is not a close family member.
Tea and coffee from the hall’s urn, or a friend’s tea table, goes well alongside.
Washington: halls, homes and travel
Washington is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. From the centre of Washington to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Washington is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 13 miles away.
Washington is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Wherever your wake is in RH20, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a wake at a home on London Road, The Street and Chanctonbury Close, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. If your venue is just outside Washington, we also cover Rock (1 mile north), Sullington (1 mile west), Heath Common (2 miles north-west), Storrington (2 miles north-west) and Warminghurst (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Horsham (12 miles north), Worthing (6 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find The Storrington And District Museum (2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Washington include Chanctonbury Hill.
- Schools near Washington include Windlesham House School (1.2 miles south-west) and Rydon Community College (1.8 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Frankland Arms Public House (within half a mile south-east)
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
Many wakes have sandwiches and cake. A hot meal can be more comforting. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book our van in Washington
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Classic food your guests already know
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
See our pricing or the cost guide.
Occasions we serve in Washington
It suits all ages, from children to older relatives.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- A wake at the family home
- Family meals after the service
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Life celebrations
If the funeral is at a church such as The Parish Church of St Mary, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
What your quote should include
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether there is a minimum
Also near Washington
Other occasions in Washington
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it is hot, crisp and generous.
How it works
We work to your timings. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. A wake in Washington in late autumn or winter may run into the dark, with sunset about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December.
- You, or your funeral director, tell us the date, the place and rough numbers.
- We check where the van can park and send a clear price.
- We plan a flexible serving time around the service.
- We serve calmly from the hatch when everyone is ready.
- We pack up when everyone has eaten and leave quietly.
Preparing for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Washington questions
Can the van go 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.
Is Washington close to London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London.
Can the wake be at home?
Yes. Send us a photo of the drive or the road outside.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
How much does fish and chips for the wake cost in Washington?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
- 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