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Funeral and Wake Catering for West Barnham events
Fried to order and served hot: fish and chips for the wake in West Barnham and across West Sussex.
- Pub wakes
- Celebrations of life
- A wake at the family home
A chip van near West Barnham
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in West Barnham
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
About our funeral and wake catering in West Barnham
Sometimes fish and chips was the favourite meal of the person being remembered. For anniversary memorials and family gatherings after a burial or cremation, we can cook mushy peas, cod and chips and sausage and chips for your guests.
Near West Barnham, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Area
- West Barnham (PO22)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Nearby places to West Barnham
Other occasions in West Barnham
What happens on the day
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. In West Barnham, it is dark by about 7:05pm in late September and 4:00pm in December.
- First, tell us about your wake.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for family and friends.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Share the timings for the day
How to get a price
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can fill in our quote form.
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Should I sort the food myself?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The length of service
- The date and time of year
- Parking and the way in
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Expected numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your wake, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Your questions about fish and chips for the wake in West Barnham
What’s the nearest station to West Barnham?
Barnham station, in West Barnham itself.
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you come to the house?
Yes, if there is somewhere level and firm to park the van close to the house.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Children usually love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
What if the service runs late?
Yes. We start when you are ready.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
How many people should we cater for?
It is hard to know, so a rough number is fine. Your funeral director can help.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wake?
Preparing food yourself adds to a hard day. We do the cooking. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Why us?
- All the chip-shop extras
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Hot food handed straight over
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Arranging a wake in West Barnham
West Barnham is about 4 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. From the centre of West Barnham to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. West Barnham is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 22 miles away.
West Barnham is on or near the B2233, handy for relatives driving in. Relatives arriving by train should know that Barnham station is in West Barnham itself. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of West Barnham, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access. The coast is within about 4 miles of West Barnham.
Wakes anywhere in PO22 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. Local streets include Woodside, Orchard Way and Paddocks; a wake on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. West Barnham sits on or near the B2233, so getting the van to your wake is simple. Other places close to West Barnham we cover include Barnham (1 mile south-east), Eastergate (1 mile north-west), Walberton (1 mile north-east), Westergate (1 mile west) and Fontwell (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Worthing (11 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south-west), Chichester (6 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (5 miles east) and Lancing (14 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tote Copse Castle (2.2 miles west) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (3.3 miles south-west). The countryside around West Barnham includes WWT Arundel.
- Local schools include St Philip Howard Catholic High School (under half a mile south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Murrell Arms (less than half a mile south-east)
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Allow a little extra
- Check the hall or venue allows a catering van
- Plan seating for older guests
- Tell us about any close family with allergies
We start when you give the word, not to a rigid schedule.
A favourite cake can be a lovely touch.
Working with your venue
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
- 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