Medway · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Cliffe, Medway
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast for the wake makes the food part of your wake in Cliffe.
- Family meals after a funeral
- Anniversary memorials
- Wakes at a local club
Slow-roasted pork in Cliffe
Funeral wake catering in Cliffe, carved to order
If the service runs late, we wait: a cooked roast can be held for a while. Name someone we can call on the day. Popular choices include new potatoes, apple sauce and salads, and typical bookings are for gatherings after a cremation and memorial events.
In a small place like Cliffe, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. Timings are planned around your wake, because the roast has to start hours before you eat.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Count anyone who doesn’t eat pork
Afterwards we pack up quietly.
China crockery is available on request.
Wakes in Cliffe: venues and practical details
Cliffe is about 5 miles north of Rochester, in Medway. We cover Cliffe and its neighbours for wakes. We bring hog roasts to 68 places in Medway. You can also see our page for London, about 26 miles away.
For family travelling by train, the closest railway station is Higham station, roughly 2.6 miles south-west of the centre.
We cover wakes in every part of the ME3 postcode area. Whether your wake is on Station Road, St Helens Road and Chesterton Road or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. For wakes just outside Cliffe, we cover Cliffe Woods (2 miles south), Church Street (2 miles south-west), Mockbeggar (3 miles south), Lower Higham (3 miles south-west) and Higham (4 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (7 miles south-east), Chatham (7 miles south), Rochester (5 miles south), Rainham (8 miles south-east), Strood (5 miles south) and Luton (6 miles south).
A little further out are French Hospital (4.9 miles south) and Upnor Castle (3.8 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Gad's Hill and Thurrock Thameside Nature Park.
- Pubs nearby include The Evening Star pub (within half a mile south-west)
Cliffe: your questions answered
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Helen: can you cater?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Churches rarely have space for a hog roast, so the food is typically elsewhere. Send us the address.
Which station is closest to Cliffe?
Higham station, about 2.6 miles south-west of the centre.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. Serving inside is frequently possible, with the venue’s agreement.
Can you wait?
Name someone we can call and we will serve when everyone is there.
How much does a hog roast cost?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we’re on site. Send us the details and we’ll quote.
Do you need anything from the family?
Just the venue, rough numbers and a contact for the day. We bring everything else.
Is crockery included?
We bring plates as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we’ll add it to the quote.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with a cold buffet, a warm plated meal is more comforting. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why book our hog roast in Cliffe
- Timed around your day
- Carved to order by a chef
- An itemised quote
- Serving and clearing done for you
Take a look at how we price or our hog roast cost guide.
Space, access and the venue
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- One contact on the day
- Somewhere indoors for people to eat
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Cliffe
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
Places near Cliffe
Also in Cliffe
Occasions we serve in Cliffe
It’s simple, warm, familiar food, which is what people want after a service.
However big or small the event in Cliffe, a slow roast goes a long way. We’re often asked to cater:
- Wakes at home
- Wakes in village halls
- Celebrations of life
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Helen, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What crockery is supplied
- VAT, if it applies
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Check early, and tell us what they ask for.
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we’ll tell you what we can send.
Prices and what affects them
Things that change the price:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Distance from us
- Crockery choices
- Numbers
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.
Getting an accurate quote
These are the details we need:
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
- A photo of the cooking area
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
Every wake is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your wake for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
What comes off the roaster
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sage and onion stuffing and apple sauce are the classic partners, balancing the rich, salty pork.
Step by step
We arrive hours before you want to eat, because a whole hog takes hours to roast. Your guests will smell it long before they see it. In late September, sunset in Cliffe is about 7:00pm; in December, about 3:50pm, so a later wake may need lighting outside.
- Share the date, place and numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a simple quote.
- The roast cooks while you are at the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We pack up quietly.
Preparing for the day
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
Get a quote
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
Planning help
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards