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Funeral Wake Catering in Arborfield
Funeral wake catering in Arborfield: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Home wakes
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Family meals after a funeral
Book a hog roast in Arborfield
Occasions we serve in Arborfield
Alternatives are available.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Arborfield:
- Memorial gatherings
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
Families holding a service at Church of St Bartholomew frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the roast can be ready.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Plates, china and cutlery
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
About our funeral wake catering in Arborfield
We keep things simple for families: one call, one quote and quiet, reliable service. We are often asked to cater wakes in village halls and home wakes, serving salads, halloumi skewers and roast pork in rolls or on plates.
Near Arborfield, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. The hog is roasted on site at your wake, slowly, over several hours, and carved only when you are ready to eat.
Where the roaster can go in Arborfield
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Approval from the landlord or committee
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- New potatoes
- Salads
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Allergies and dietary needs
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
- Keep the alternatives labelled
- Count anyone who doesn’t eat pork
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
We hold the food if people are delayed.
Add chicken as an alternative.
What affects the price in Arborfield
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Travel to Arborfield
- Menu choices and extras
- Plates or china
- Site access
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
What to tell us
These are the details we need:
- The address or postcode
- A picture of the cooking area
- Your date and serving time
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
A hog roast or other catering?
Next to sandwiches, hot food feels more caring, especially in colder months. Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so we list each one in the quote. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Why Arborfield hosts choose us
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- An itemised quote
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
See how we price and what a hog roast costs.
A closer look at the menu
Rotisserie chicken
For guests who do not eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and children normally like it too.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls or plates? Rolls are quicker; plates suit a sit-down meal, and gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Nearby places to Arborfield
Other occasions in Arborfield
Arborfield: halls, homes and travel
Arborfield is about 3 miles west of Wokingham, in Reading. Our roaster is a regular sight at wakes around Arborfield, from gardens to fields. Arborfield is one of 34 towns and villages in Reading we cover.
Relatives arriving by train should know that the closest railway station is Winnersh station, roughly 2.5 miles north-east of the centre.
Wakes anywhere in RG2 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and roughly how many guests. Whether your wake is on Church Lane, Walden Avenue and Cartershill Lane or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Other places close to Arborfield we cover include Shinfield (2 miles west), Lower Earley (2 miles north), Ryeish Green (2 miles west), Earley (2 miles north) and Whitley Wood (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Caversham (6 miles north-west), Norcot (6 miles north-west), West Reading (5 miles north-west), Tilehurst Within (6 miles north-west), Caversham Heights (6 miles north-west) and Horncastle (6 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Wokingham Hospital (3 miles east) and Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (1.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Arborfield includes South Lake and Sonning Hill.
- Local schools include Bohunt School Wokingham (1.9 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Swan Inn (0.6 miles south-east)
Step by step
The roaster cooks outdoors, on a level, open spot under cover, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We will agree the spot with you beforehand. Most wakes in Arborfield are held in the afternoon, which is daylight for most of the year, though in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- Contact us when the date is set.
- We check the cooking spot with the venue.
- We set up and roast on the day.
- We serve quietly.
- We tidy up and go.
How to prepare
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
Getting a price
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your wake: send us your details through our quote form.
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Arborfield: your questions answered
Could you cook in Pearman's Copse?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
How far is Arborfield from London?
Roughly 36 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How do you work out quantities?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
Do you serve rolls or plates?
Plates come as standard, and china is available on request.
What about guests who do not eat pork?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. Please note we don’t offer halal meat.
What about guests who don’t eat pork?
There are chicken, vegetarian and vegan alternatives. Halal isn’t available.
Can you wait?
Name someone we can call and we will serve when everyone is there.
What if it rains?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away