Hampshire · England
Funeral Wake Catering in Axmansford
Plenty of choice: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, with salads and potatoes on the side. Funeral wake catering in Axmansford.
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
- Wakes at a local club
- Gatherings at the family home
Funeral wake catering in Axmansford
Funeral wake catering in Axmansford, slow-roasted on site
Served on plates with salads and potatoes, a hog roast is a full meal. Chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option are there for anyone who does not eat pork. Whether it is gatherings at the family home and life celebrations, we can cook salads, apple sauce and halloumi skewers for your guests.
In rural Axmansford, home or the hall is usual. Timings are planned around your wake, because the roast has to start hours before you eat.
How it works
Rain doesn’t stop the roast, because we cook under cover. Your guests will still want somewhere dry to eat, such as a marquee, hall or barn. Most wakes in Axmansford are held in the afternoon, so light is rarely a problem, though in December it is dark by about 4:00pm.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a simple quote.
- We roast quietly during the service.
- We serve calmly as people arrive.
- We clear away discreetly.
How to prepare
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
How to get a price
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
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What comes off the roaster
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
A hog roast roll is designed to be eaten in the hand. We can bring gluten-free rolls if you ask.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, so halloumi and vegetable skewers make sure they’re not left with just salad.
Allergies and dietary needs
Rolls and stuffing normally contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Give us numbers for the alternatives
- Count anyone who doesn’t eat pork
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
We dress smartly and keep a low profile.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
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A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with a cold buffet, roast pork on a plate with potatoes is more filling. Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups generally cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
Why book our hog roast in Axmansford
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Carved to order by a chef
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
Take a look at our prices page or what a hog roast costs.
Wake catering near Axmansford
Axmansford is about 2 miles west of Tadley, in Hampshire. Planning a hog roast for the wake in Axmansford? We cover the whole area. We cover 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Axmansford to Reading (about 11 miles away).
For family travelling by train, the nearest station is Midgham station, about 3.4 miles north.
This part of Hampshire takes in RG26, and we can cater your wake anywhere in it. For wakes just outside Axmansford, we cover Inhurst (1 mile north), Baughurst (1 mile north-east), Heath End (1 mile north-east), Wolverton Common (1 mile south-west) and Brimpton Common (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (7 miles south-east), Yateley (15 miles east), Hook (11 miles south-east), Popley (6 miles south-east), Kempshott (7 miles south) and Oakridge (7 miles south-east).
A little further out are Park Prewett Hospital (5.3 miles south-east) and Calleva Museum (3.6 miles east).
- Schools near Axmansford include Ashford Hill Primary School (1.2 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include Wellington Arms Public House (0.9 miles south-east)
What a hog roast costs
We work out each quote from:
- The number of people
- Plates or china
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Menu choices and extras
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
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- What the outdoor space is like
- An estimate of numbers
- Your date and serving time
- Dietary requirements
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, so a few things are worth checking:
- Space away from the building and any trees
- A level outdoor area
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
Events we cater in Axmansford
If the service runs late, the food waits.
Our roaster has been booked for a wide mix of occasions near Axmansford, such as:
- Gatherings at the family home
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Remembrance gatherings
- One-year memorials
After a service at Church of St Stephen, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Before you book anyone
- How dietary needs are handled
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Staffing on the day
Common questions in Axmansford
Is Axmansford close to London?
About 48 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Axmansford?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How quickly can you cater a wake?
Frequently, yes. Get in touch when the date is set and we will answer straight away.
Can you roast in the rain?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain is not a problem for the roast. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
How much room do you need?
A level, open area outdoors with room for the roaster, a gazebo and a carving table, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We will confirm the space with your quote.
What should we provide?
Not much: an outdoor cooking spot and someone to meet us.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Stuffing usually contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
For event organisers in Axmansford
If you are a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away