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Hog Roast for a Wake in Calcott, Kent
We bring a hog roast for the wake to Calcott and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Remembrance days
- Celebrations of life
- Family get-togethers after a service
Book a hog roast in Calcott
Planning the wake in Calcott
Nobody in the family has to cook or serve.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Calcott:
- Remembrance gatherings
- Remembrance days
- Church and village hall wakes
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
For family travelling by train, Sturry station, about 1.5 miles south, is the nearest station.
Before booking anyone
- How many staff will carve and serve
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What crockery is supplied
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
Funeral wake catering in Calcott, carved to order
Wake catering across Calcott and Kent, wherever the family gathers. Whether it’s scattering-of-ashes gatherings and wakes in village halls, we will put together a menu of halloumi skewers, roast pork in rolls or on plates and apple sauce for your guests.
In a small place like Calcott, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish.
Prices and what affects them
We work out each quote from:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Plates or china
- Numbers
- Menu choices and extras
The main driver is numbers: bigger groups typically cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- The address or postcode
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Rough numbers
- Dietary requirements
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
How it works
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we have agreed, and get on with roasting and serving. Autumn and winter afternoons in Calcott get dark early: about 7:00pm in late September and 3:50pm in December, so a later wake may need lighting outside.
- It starts with the date, venue and when people are expected.
- We confirm availability and send a price.
- The roast cooks while the service is under way.
- We serve when everyone arrives, calmly and without fuss.
- We clear away discreetly.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Getting a price
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.
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Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Tips:
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Keep the alternatives labelled
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
Name a friend or relative as our contact, so the immediate family isn’t disturbed.
Rotisserie chicken is a good alternative for those who do not eat pork.
Working with your venue
Marquee suppliers normally set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
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.
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with a cold buffet, roast pork on a plate with potatoes is more filling. A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, because one whole roast feeds a lot of people. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Why Calcott hosts choose us
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
Questions from Calcott
Can you do a hog roast in Curtis Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you come out to small places like Calcott?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we will confirm everything in writing.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on numbers, menu, service time and distance. Tell us about your wake for a quote.
What happens in bad weather?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
Is mains power needed?
Cooking is gas-fired, so no mains power is needed for the roast. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Is there an alternative to pork?
Yes, add chicken or a vegetarian option.
What’s included?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Towns and villages near Calcott
Other occasions in Calcott
Wakes in Calcott: venues and practical details
Calcott is about 3 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. Planning a hog roast for the wake in Calcott? We can help. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
Calcott is within about 4 miles of the sea.
We bring hog roasts to wakes all over the CT3 postcode area. For wakes just outside Calcott, we cover Hicks Forstal (1 mile north-east), Broad Oak (1 mile south), Sturry (1 mile south), Herne Common (1 mile north) and Westbere (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (3 miles south-west), Margate (12 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (13 miles east), Broadstairs (14 miles east) and Whitstable (4 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (3.8 miles south-west) and St Martins Hospital (3.2 miles south). The countryside around Calcott includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Schools near Calcott include Spires Academy (1.5 miles south-east) and Frank Montgomery School (1.5 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Royal Oak Public House (0.9 miles south-west)
Planning the cooking spot
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, and a little planning goes a long way:
- A hall or room for eating
- Flat ground outside the hall or house
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
What comes off the roaster
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, easy to eat standing up. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards