Oxfordshire · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Boars Hill, Oxfordshire
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the wake in Boars Hill and the surrounding area.
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Church and village hall wakes
- Pub and club wakes
Funeral wake catering in Boars Hill
Wakes in Boars Hill: venues and practical details
Boars Hill is about 3 miles north of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. We cover wakes in Boars Hill. We cater 443 places in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
For a service at a church like Church of St Peter, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX1, and we can cater your wake anywhere in it. Local streets include Berkeley Road, Jarn Way and Bedwells Heath; a wake on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Bayworth (1 mile south-east), Chilswell (1 mile north), Sunningwell (1 mile south), Hinksey Hill (1 mile north-east) and Harcourt Hill (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Oxford (4 miles north-east), Didcot (8 miles south), Bicester (14 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles south), Witney (10 miles north-west) and Carterton (13 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include The Story Museum (2.8 miles north-east) and Westgate Shopping Centre (2.8 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Lashford Lane Fen and Harcourt Hill.
- Nearby schools include Matthew Arnold School (1.9 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Fox pub (under half a mile south)
Funeral wake catering near Boars Hill
Wakes in Boars Hill happen at homes, halls, clubs and pubs. Wherever it is, the roaster cooks outdoors under cover, and the food can be served inside. We serve new potatoes, halloumi skewers and apple sauce, and we are frequently booked for remembrance gatherings and gatherings at the family home.
For a wake near Boars Hill, a farmhouse or village hall often works well. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish before booking.
- Where
- Boars Hill (OX1)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- From the roaster
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Extras
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What we serve, dish by dish
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, perfect for eating on the move. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
Stuffing and apple sauce
No hog roast roll is complete without sage and onion stuffing and apple sauce, balancing the rich, salty pork.
Working with your venue
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Tell us what you need and we’ll tell you what we can send.
What a hog roast costs
Each price is built from:
- Travel to Boars Hill
- Menu choices and extras
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Plates or china
Numbers make the biggest difference: the price per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Where the event is
- Allergies we should know about
- Your menu choices
It is easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
Boars Hill questions
Which station is closest to Boars Hill?
The closest is Oxford station, roughly 2.8 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Boars Hill?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we’ll adjust.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you’re not left with the mess.
What space does the roaster need?
A flat, open spot outside, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A photo helps.
Can you roast in the rain?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Can you cater at home?
At home, a hall, a club or a venue, as long as there is an outdoor spot to cook.
Occasions we serve in Boars Hill
It feeds everyone at once, so people can eat and share memories.
However big or small the event in Boars Hill, a slow roast goes a long way. We are often asked to cater:
- Home wakes
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Life celebrations
Relatives arriving by train should know that the closest railway station is Oxford station, roughly 2.8 miles north of the centre.
What your quote should include
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- A clear list of what’s included
- How dietary needs are handled
- Travel and any London charges
Nearby places to Boars Hill
What else we do in Boars Hill
How the day works
We get there well ahead of service, because a whole hog takes hours to roast. Your guests will smell it long before they see it. In winter, it’s dark in Boars Hill by about 3:55pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting by the food. Summer wakes have daylight well into the evening.
- Contact us as soon as you have a date.
- We check the cooking spot with the venue.
- We set up and roast on the day.
- Our staff serve without fuss.
- We leave the venue tidy.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
How to get a price
If you’re comparing hog roast caterers for Boars Hill, check what each quote actually includes. We spell it out in ours. To get yours, use our quote form.
Related guides
Planning the cooking spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
- Parking close by for our vehicle
- Space inside for guests
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Boars Hill
- Rotisserie chicken
- Coleslaw
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with a venue’s set menu, a hog roast at home or a hall can be simpler and better value. Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
Why us?
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
- An itemised quote
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
See our pricing or the cost guide.
Looking after everyone
Some guests won’t eat pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Plates are easier for older guests than rolls
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Keep the alternatives labelled
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
Food is served as everyone gathers, quietly and respectfully.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away