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Funeral Wake Catering in Chiltington
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the wake in Chiltington and across East Sussex.
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Celebrations of life
- Home wakes
Funeral wake catering for Chiltington
Questions from Chiltington
Is Chiltington too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you cater at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
Will there be enough to go round?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
Do you need anything from the family?
Only the place, numbers and a contact. We bring everything else.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Where does the hog roast go?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We’ll confirm the space with your quote.
What if people arrive late?
That’s fine: we hold the food until people arrive.
How our funeral wake catering works in Chiltington
After a funeral in Chiltington, people need somewhere to gather and something warm to eat. Roast pork in a roll or on a plate is comforting and familiar, and it takes the cooking off the family. Popular choices include new potatoes, halloumi skewers and salads, and typical bookings are for celebration-of-life gatherings and remembrance days.
Near Chiltington, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. Plates come as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
- Where
- Chiltington (BN7)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Alongside
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Where the roaster can go in Chiltington
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- Flat ground outside the hall or house
- Space away from the building and any trees
- Somewhere indoors for people to eat
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Chiltington
- Vegan option (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
A hog roast or other catering?
Next to booking a function room menu, a hog roast at home or a hall can be simpler and better value. 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.
Why book with us
- Our staff serve and clear
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- An itemised quote
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
Read how we price and our hog roast cost guide.
For planners, venues and organisers
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Wakes in Chiltington: venues and practical details
Chiltington is about 3 miles north-west of Lewes, in East Sussex. We are happy to travel to Chiltington for wakes and the places nearby. Chiltington is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 7 miles away.
After a service at The Parish Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone. Chiltington is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
We cover wakes in every part of BN7 and the streets around it. Other places close to Chiltington we cover include East Chiltington (1 mile west), Cooksbridge (1 mile south-east), South Chailey (1 mile north), Plumpton (2 miles south-west) and Plumpton Green (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Seaford (12 miles south-east), Lewes (3 miles south-east), Hailsham (13 miles east), Crowborough (12 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles north-east) and Newhaven (9 miles south).
A little further out are Lewes Castle (3.5 miles south-east) and Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (3.9 miles west). The countryside around Chiltington includes Blackcap and Malling Down.
Nearby places to Chiltington
Also in Chiltington
A closer look at the menu
Stuffing and apple sauce
Stuffing and a dollop of apple sauce make the roll, just as they should.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Crunchy coleslaw suits roast pork, and salads and new potatoes work well on a plate.
How we price a hog roast for the wake
Each price is built from:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Distance from us
- How long the roast and service take
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
- Allergies we should know about
Send us the date, the address or BN7 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
Planning the wake in Chiltington
Quiet, respectful service.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Chiltington. Typical bookings include:
- Memorial events
- One-year memorials
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
For family travelling by train, the closest railway station is Cooksbridge station, roughly 1.3 miles south-east of the centre.
Questions to ask before you book
- How many staff will carve and serve
- Travel and any London charges
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether plates or china are included
How the day works
The secret is time: hours of gentle heat make the pork soft and juicy while the skin turns into crackling. It rests for a short while before carving. Most wakes in Chiltington are held in the afternoon, so light is rarely a problem, though in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- You tell us the date, the venue, rough numbers and when people will arrive.
- We confirm availability and send a price.
- We set up and roast while you are at the service.
- We serve when everyone arrives, calmly and without fuss.
- We clear away discreetly.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
Ask for a quote
To get a quote, just send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Rolls and stuffing normally contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. A few more tips:
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
- Stuffing generally contains gluten
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
We arrive in good time and roast quietly, well away from the entrance.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards