Isle of Wight · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Afton, Isle of Wight
Funeral wake catering in Afton: pork roasted slowly for hours at your venue, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Celebrations of life
Book a hog roast in Afton
Funeral wake catering in Afton, carved to order
A wake might be at home, a village or church hall, a club or a pub. We need an outdoor spot to cook, and the food can be served inside. For family meals after a funeral and life celebrations, we will put together a menu of new potatoes, halloumi skewers and rotisserie chicken.
In rural Afton, home or the hall is usual, with the roaster in the yard or garden. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Afton (PO40)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- From the roaster
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Also available
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What comes off the roaster
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, easy to eat standing up. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, so halloumi and vegetable skewers ensure they’re not left with just salad.
Before you choose a spot
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Things to check:
- One contact on the day
- Permission from the hall or venue
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
Afton is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we’ll plan the journey.
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
Wakes in Afton: venues and practical details
Afton is about 6 miles south of Lymington, in the Isle of Wight. Wherever your wake is in Afton, we can bring the roaster, given a suitable outdoor cooking area. We cater all 125 towns and villages across the Isle of Wight. Our bookings stretch from Afton to Southampton (about 18 miles away).
After a service at St. Agnes' Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone. The coast is within about 2 miles of Afton.
This part of the Isle of Wight takes in PO40, and we can cater your wake anywhere in it. Whether your wake is on Bay Road, Afton Road and Manor Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the roaster to you. We also bring hog roasts to wakes in Afton Park (1 mile east), Easton (1 mile west), Freshwater (1 mile north-west), Norton Green (1 mile north) and Colwell (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Newport (9 miles east), Ryde (15 miles east), Cowes (10 miles north-east), Sandown (15 miles east), Shanklin (15 miles east) and Ventnor (14 miles south-east). If your wake is somewhere remote, let us know early and we will plan the trip.
Well-known places in the area include Medina (1.5 miles west) and Yarmouth Castle (2.2 miles north). The countryside around Afton includes Afton Down and Lymington and Keyhaven Marshes Nature Reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion pub (0.7 miles north)
Places near Afton
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Common questions in Afton
Do you come out to small places like Afton?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Can you do gluten-free?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Every booking is quoted individually, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Tell us about your wake for a quote.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. Serving inside is frequently possible, with the venue’s agreement.
What if the service runs late?
Name someone we can call and we’ll serve when everyone is there.
Is it a sit-down meal?
Either: rolls for a simple meal, plates with salads and potatoes for a fuller one.
Planning the wake in Afton
One roast feeds everyone together, so people can sit and talk.
In Afton and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Remembrance gatherings
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Gatherings at the family home
If there is not room at home, a hall or club near Afton may suit.
Questions to ask before you book
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Staffing on the day
- VAT, if it applies
- What the price includes, item by item
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Rolls and stuffing generally contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Give us numbers for the alternatives
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
One contact for the day helps, so the family can focus on guests.
Let us know if there is something the person especially liked.
What a hog roast costs
Each price is built from:
- Menu choices and extras
- Plates or china
- Numbers
- How easy it is to reach the spot
The main driver is numbers: bigger groups normally cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
Details that help
When you get in touch, it helps to include:
- What the outdoor space is like
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Where the event is
- Allergies we should know about
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with sandwich platters, a hog roast is a warm meal, especially in colder months. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why book our hog roast in Afton
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
Take a look at how we price and what a hog roast costs.
What happens on the day
Carving is part of the show: our chef carves the pork in front of the queue, and the crackling is shared out so everyone gets some. Summer evenings in Afton stay light until about 9:20pm, so a garden gathering works well.
- You tell us the date, the venue, rough numbers and when people will arrive.
- We check the date and the cooking spot, then send a simple quote.
- We set up and roast while you are at the service.
- We serve quietly as people gather.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Working with your venue
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so tell them a hog roast is coming. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards