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Funeral and wake catering in Woodmancote, West Sussex
Funeral and wake catering in Woodmancote: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Gatherings at home after a funeral
- Memorial events and anniversaries
- Wakes at venues
Funeral and wake catering in Woodmancote
Wakes in Woodmancote: venues and practical details
Woodmancote is about 4 miles east of Havant, in West Sussex. Wakes in Woodmancote are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Woodmancote is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 22 miles away.
For family travelling by train, Southbourne station is about 0.9 miles away. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Woodmancote, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Wherever your wake is in PO10, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your wake could be at a house on South Lane, Duffield Lane and Woodmancote Lane or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve wakes include Westbourne (1 mile west), Southbourne (1 mile south), Lumley (1 mile south-west), Emsworth (2 miles south-west) and Denvilles (3 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (11 miles south-east), Chichester (6 miles east), Selsey (10 miles south-east), Portfield (6 miles east), Yapton (13 miles east) and East Wittering (7 miles south).
A little further out are Havant War Memorial Hospital (3.7 miles west) and Warblington Castle (2.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Woodmancote include Stoke Down and Brook Meadow (Emsworth).
- Nearby schools include Westbourne Primary School (0.9 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Stag's Head Public House (0.9 miles west)
Funeral and wake catering in Woodmancote, fried fresh
Wakes are rarely planned months ahead, so get in touch as soon as you can. For wakes at church halls and clubs and wakes at a pub or venue with outside space, we can cook gravy, mushy peas and pie and chips for your guests.
For a wake near Woodmancote, a farmhouse or village hall often works well. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your wake, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Where
- Woodmancote (PO10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a buffet, fish and chips is hot and simple, and there is less waste when numbers are uncertain. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What you get with us
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- A quote that spells everything out
- Quick service from the hatch
- Bookings across West Sussex, including Woodmancote
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
How it works
You don’t need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your wake. The frying and serving are down to us. Sunset in Woodmancote is about 7:05pm in late September and about 4:00pm in December; make sure older guests have a well-lit route to the van.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Related guides
A closer look at the menu
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
Common questions in Woodmancote
Is Woodmancote close to London?
About 56 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is Woodmancote too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
Do you serve wakes at home?
Frequently, yes. Send us a photo of the drive or the road outside.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Where the van can park in Woodmancote
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
Perfect for your wake in Woodmancote
It suits all ages.
These are some of the bookings we take around Woodmancote:
- Remembrance gatherings
- Gatherings after the committal
- Scattering of ashes gatherings
- Pub wakes
If the funeral is at a church such as Woodmancote Church, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit and payment dates
- The van’s size and access needs
- Whether VAT is included
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
What affects the price in Woodmancote
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How far we travel
- The menu and how many choices
- Whether a minimum applies
- The length of service
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We’ll send you a quote.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The venue or postcode
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Let someone else talk to us on the day
- Have chairs for those who need them
- Allow a little extra
- Build in time for delays
We start when you give the word.
Some families add a favourite dessert or cake.
Nearby places to Woodmancote
What else we do in Woodmancote
- 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