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Hog Roast for a Wake in Barcombe, East Sussex
Funeral wake catering in Barcombe: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Remembrance days
- Wakes at home
Slow-roasted pork in Barcombe
Barcombe: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Barcombe?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can you cater after a service at The Parish Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Do you cover Barcombe?
Yes, Barcombe is in our area. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
Do you cater in village halls?
Homes, halls, clubs and venues, given an outdoor cooking area.
What if things run late?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
Is there an alternative to pork?
Chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. We don’t offer halal meat.
What should we sort out beforehand?
Only the space and a contact number. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
How quickly can you cater a wake?
We will always try. Tell us the details and we’ll reply promptly.
Funeral wake catering in Barcombe, carved to order
We know families have a lot to arrange: a short conversation, a clear quote and a calm service on the day. On the menu are halloumi skewers, roast pork in rolls or on plates and salads, and we are regularly asked to cater remembrance gatherings and wakes at a local club.
In a small place like Barcombe, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. The hog is roasted on site at your wake, slowly, over several hours.
- Location
- Barcombe (BN8)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Alongside
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Barcombe: halls, homes and travel
Barcombe is about 3 miles north of Lewes, in East Sussex. Barcombe and the surrounding area are covered for wakes. Barcombe is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Barcombe to Brighton (9 miles away).
Families holding a service at The Parish Church of St Mary often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the roast can be ready. For family travelling by train, the nearest station is Cooksbridge station, about 1.5 miles south-west. Barcombe is within about 3 miles of the South Downs National Park; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
Wherever your wake is in BN8, we can bring the roaster to you. For wakes just outside Barcombe, we cover Barcombe Mills (1 mile east), Barcombe Cross (1 mile north), Upper Wellingham (1 mile south-east), Mount Pleasant (1 mile north) and Cooksbridge (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (15 miles south-east), Seaford (10 miles south), Lewes (3 miles south), Hailsham (11 miles east), Crowborough (11 miles north-east) and Uckfield (5 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Lewes Castle (3 miles south) and St John under the Castle Lewes (2.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Offham Hill and Malling Down.
- Local schools include Ringmer Community College and Sixth Form (2.5 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Anglers Rest pub (0.5 miles east)
The menu, dish by dish
Roast pork
Hours of slow roasting make the pork soft and full of flavour, and it’s carved fresh as people come up.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sage and onion stuffing and apple sauce are the classic partners, cutting through the richness of the pork.
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Other occasions in Barcombe
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
Compared with a cold buffet, a warm plated meal is more comforting. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why book with us
- Our staff serve and clear
- Carved to order by a chef
- An itemised quote
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
See how we price and our hog roast cost guide.
Organising for someone else?
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Marquee hire companies often have rules about cooking near their tents, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
How the day works
A hog roast is always cooked outside, under a gazebo on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We agree exactly where before the day. Summer evenings in Barcombe stay light until about 9:15pm, 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.
- Food is ready when people arrive.
- We tidy up and leave without fuss.
How to prepare
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Ask for a quote
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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Where the roaster can go in Barcombe
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Before booking, check:
- Approval from the landlord or committee
- A short route for the equipment
- Space inside for guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
Looking after everyone
A hog roast is pork, so plan for anyone who doesn’t eat it. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
- Check with family about dietary needs
We dress smartly and keep a low profile.
Ask about china.
Events we cater in Barcombe
One roast feeds everyone together, so people can eat and share memories.
Our roaster has been booked for all sorts of events around Barcombe, including:
- Memorial gatherings
- Ashes ceremonies
- Remembrance days
- Wakes in village halls
Local halls and clubs near Barcombe can host a wake if home is too small.
What to look for in a quote
- Who carves and who serves
- The space, cover and access they need
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
How we price a hog roast for the wake
Things that change the price:
- Whether you want china
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Site access
- Time on site
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so we list each one in the quote. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
What we need to know
These are the details we need:
- Roughly how many people
- The address or postcode
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Dietary requirements
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away