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Hog Roast for a Wake in Charlton, West Sussex
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the wake in Charlton and the surrounding area.
- One-year memorials
- Life celebrations
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
Book a hog roast in Charlton
The menu, dish by dish
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sharp, sweet apple sauce and savoury sage and onion stuffing are the traditional pairing. Stuffing normally contains gluten.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and roast or jacket potatoes, to suit your event.
Funeral wake catering in Charlton, carved to order
For a celebration of life, a hog roast can reflect the person being remembered. Let us know if there is anything special and we will do our best. On the menu are roast pork in rolls or on plates, salads and new potatoes, and we are regularly asked to cater wakes at home and celebration-of-life gatherings.
Near Charlton, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. Our chef carves in front of your guests, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp.
- Location
- Charlton (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Also available
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Towns and villages near Charlton
What else we do in Charlton
Wakes in Charlton: venues and practical details
Charlton is about 5 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. We cover Charlton and its neighbours for wakes. Charlton is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Charlton to Guildford (about 24 miles away).
The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Charlton, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
We cater wakes across PO18. That could mean a wake in a garden on Charlton Road and Knight's Hill, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the roaster. Close by, we cover wakes in Singleton (1 mile west), East Dean (1 mile east), West Dean (2 miles west), Cocking (3 miles north) and Heyshott (3 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (9 miles south), Chichester (5 miles south), Selsey (12 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles south-east), Emsworth (10 miles south-west) and Rustington (12 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Chichester Centre (4.6 miles south) and Weald and Downland Gridshell (0.8 miles west). Within reach you will find Levin Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
- Local pubs include The Fox Goes Free pub (within half a mile north-east)
Prices and what affects them
There’s no fixed price list, because every wake is different. The main factors are:
- Menu choices and extras
- Crockery choices
- The number of people
- The journey to the venue
The main driver is numbers: bigger groups typically cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, please mention:
- Your date and serving time
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- The address or postcode
- Which meats and sides you’d like
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Clearance from walls and branches
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
- A friend or relative we can call
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we serve
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with a cold buffet, a warm plated meal is more comforting. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why us?
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Planned to your running order
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
Take a look at our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
For event organisers in Charlton
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Count anyone who does not eat pork
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
- Check with family about dietary needs
We hold the food if people are delayed.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Events we cater in Charlton
There are options for those who don’t eat pork.
Whatever the occasion in Charlton, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We’re frequently asked to cater:
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
- Remembrance gatherings
- Wakes at home
If the funeral is at a church such as The Parish Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Comparing caterers
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- How many staff will carve and serve
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Whether VAT is included
Charlton questions
Is Charlton too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What happens in bad weather?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. We do not offer halal meat.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
Do you cater in village halls?
Most places, with an outdoor spot for cooking.
How much will it be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we’re on site. Send us the details and we will quote.
What happens on the day
We take care of everything from the first hour of roasting to clearing away, so you can get on with your wake in Charlton. For a summer wake in Charlton, there is light until about 9:20pm, so people can spill into the garden.
- You tell us the date, the venue, rough numbers and when people will arrive.
- You get a quick answer on the date, and a quote.
- The roast cooks while the service is under way.
- We serve quietly as people gather.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
How to prepare
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
Ask for a quote
If you are comparing hog roast caterers for Charlton, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away