England
Funeral Wake Catering in Reading
We cover 34 towns and villages across Reading for funeral wake catering, with the hog slow-roasted on site.
Book a hog roast in Reading
Funeral wake catering across Reading
A simple, hearty hog roast for a wake at home, a village hall or a venue, served calmly and on time. Pick your town below to see the details for your area, and tell us about your event for a quote.
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Other occasions in Reading
- Hog roast hire
- Corporate and staff days
- Care homes
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Parties and birthdays
- Film and TV sets
- Christmas parties
- Wedding hog roast
Postcode areas we cover
Our funeral wake catering in Reading
After a funeral in Reading, people need somewhere to gather and something warm to eat. A hog roast is simple, hearty food that most people enjoy, and it takes the cooking off the family. On the menu are salads, halloumi skewers and rotisserie chicken, and typical bookings are for one-year memorials and remembrance gatherings.
Service is quick once we start carving: the chef carves and the team serves, and sides go out at the same time. When everyone has eaten, we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
- Share the date, place and rough numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a price.
- We set up and roast while you’re at the service.
- We serve quietly as people gather.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
What it costs in Reading
Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why book our hog roast
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Carved to order by a chef
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
Ask for a quote
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Local landmarks in Caversham
In Caversham, that can mean an event near Eldon Square, Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre and Chiltern Nursery Nurse Training School and the streets around them. Nearby too are The Hill Primary School (within half a mile north-east), Grace Church (under half a mile east) and The White Horse pub (under half a mile north). Caversham’s nearest station is Reading station, roughly 1.3 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Royal Berkshire Hospital (1.9 miles south) and Broad Street Mall (1.6 miles south). The countryside around Caversham includes South Lake and Sonning Hill.
Arranging a wake in Reading
From Caversham, Norcot and West Reading to small villages, wakes in Reading are typically at home or a local hall. The roaster needs an outdoor spot nearby.
Caversham: Relatives driving in can use the B3345 to reach Caversham. Relatives arriving by train should know that Reading station is about 1.3 miles away. In winter, it’s dark in Caversham by about 3:55pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting by the food. In summer, there’s daylight until about 9:25pm.
What a hog roast costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Site access
- The number of people
- Distance from us
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Details that help
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- What the outdoor space is like
- The address or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with a cold buffet, a warm plated meal is more comforting.
What your quote should include
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- How dietary needs are handled
Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A hall or room for eating
- A safe distance from the hall
- A level outdoor area
About the food
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Coleslaw is the natural partner for a pork roll, while salads and potatoes make a plated meal.
Rotisserie chicken
For guests who do not eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and children usually like it too.
Questions from Reading
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
What comes with the hog roast?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
How big a hog will we need?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we’ll confirm everything in writing.
Is mains power needed?
Not to cook, because the roaster is gas-fired. Tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it.
Can you cater at home?
Homes, halls, clubs and venues, given an outdoor cooking area.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
How much will it be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we’re on site. Tell us your date and we’ll send a price.
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- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards