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Hog Roast for a Wake in Bitterne Manor, Southampton
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast for the wake in Bitterne Manor and across Southampton.
- Church and village hall wakes
- Gatherings after a cremation
- One-year memorials
Funeral wake catering in Bitterne Manor
After a funeral in Bitterne Manor
Bitterne Manor is about 1 mile east of Southampton, in Southampton. Bitterne Manor is well within our area for wakes and the places nearby. We cater all 40 towns and villages in Southampton.
For family travelling by train, Bitterne station is in Bitterne Manor itself. Bitterne Manor is within about 8 miles of the New Forest National Park; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural. Bitterne Manor is within about 2 miles of the sea.
For wakes in SO18, SO17 and SO14, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. From Ivy Road, North Road and South Road or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Nearby, we also cater wakes in St Denys (1 mile north-west), Southampton (1 mile west), Northam (1 mile south), Bitterne Park (1 mile north-east) and Portswood (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cater in Regents Park (3 miles west), Maybush (3 miles west), Coxford (3 miles north-west), Lordswood (3 miles north-west), Eling (5 miles west) and Rownhams (4 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Bitterne Local History Society Heritage And Research Centre (0.9 miles east) and Netley Castle (3 miles south). The countryside around Bitterne Manor includes Netley Common.
- Nearby schools include St Mary's Independent School (0.6 miles east) and Bitterne Park School (1 mile north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Junction Inn Public House (less than half a mile north-west)
Funeral wake catering in Bitterne Manor, slow-roasted on site
Wakes in Bitterne Manor happen at homes, halls, clubs and pubs. Wherever it is, the roaster cooks outdoors under cover, and we serve indoors where the venue allows. For remembrance gatherings and family get-togethers after a service, we can cook apple sauce, rotisserie chicken and roast pork in rolls or on plates for your guests.
For a wake in a place like Bitterne Manor, the village hall is frequently the heart of it. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed.
- Where
- Bitterne Manor (SO18, SO17, SO14)
- County
- Southampton
- On the menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Extras
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
How we price a hog roast for the wake
We work out each quote from:
- Plates or china
- Travel to Bitterne Manor
- Access to the cooking area
- Menu choices and extras
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and serving time
- Roughly how many people
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
If you’re comparing hog roast caterers for Bitterne Manor, ask each one exactly what’s included. Ours lists it clearly. To get yours, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning the wake in Bitterne Manor
Alternatives are available.
Our roaster has been booked for all sorts of events around Bitterne Manor, including:
- Church and village hall wakes
- Remembrance days
- Wakes at a local club
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
After a service at Church of St Denys, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Questions to ask before booking
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- Whether VAT is included
- Any travel or access charges
About the food
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken off the rotisserie, carved or jointed goes into rolls or onto plates alongside the pork.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
Step by step
Serving is straightforward: our chef carves and our staff fill the rolls or plates, with the sides served alongside. When everyone has eaten, we clear up and leave the spot tidy. Summer evenings in Bitterne Manor stay light until about 9:25pm, 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 roast quietly while the service takes place.
- We serve when everyone arrives, calmly and without fuss.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
Before we arrive
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Send final numbers in good time
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
How to get a price
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or SO18 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
What the cooking area needs
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
- A hall or room for eating
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Coleslaw
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Some ideas:
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
One contact for the day helps, so the family can focus on guests.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
Working with your venue
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Bitterne Manor questions
Is Bitterne Manor close to London?
Roughly 69 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Who serves?
Our chef carves and our staff serve, then clear the serving area afterwards.
What about guests who do not eat pork?
We can add alternatives for those who need them.
What should we provide?
Very little: an outdoor cooking spot and someone to meet us.
Can you serve on plates?
Plates come as standard, and china is available on request.
What happens in bad weather?
Rain does not stop the cooking. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
Do you need power or water?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. Power can help with lighting after dark.
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Is a hog roast right for your wake?
Compared with a cold buffet, a warm plated meal is more comforting. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why us?
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
- Served at the time you choose
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
Take a look at how we price or what a hog roast costs.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards