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Hog Roast for a Wake in Cramhurst, Surrey
We bring a hog roast for the wake across Cramhurst and Surrey, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Memorial events
- Family get-togethers after a service
Funeral wake catering in Cramhurst
What comes off the roaster
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there’s a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so everyone has something hot.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg, in a roll or on a plate.
How our funeral wake catering works in Cramhurst
We cater wakes in Cramhurst and the surrounding area, wherever the family gathers. Typical bookings include wakes in village halls and gatherings at clubs and pubs, serving salads, rotisserie chicken and roast pork in rolls or on plates.
In a small place like Cramhurst, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. Timings are planned around your wake, because the roast has to start hours before you eat.
Wakes in Cramhurst: venues and practical details
Cramhurst is about 7 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. Our roaster is a regular sight at wakes around Cramhurst. Cramhurst is one of 395 places in Surrey where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Cramhurst to Guildford (7 miles away).
Relatives arriving by train should know that the closest railway station is Milford (Surrey) station, roughly 0.8 miles east of the centre. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Cramhurst, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
We cover wakes in every part of the GU8 postcode area. From Merryacres, Martins Wood and Cramhurst Lane or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the roaster to you. Nearby, we also cater wakes in Witley (1 mile south), Mousehill (1 mile north), Ockford Ridge (1 mile east), Milford (1 mile north) and Enton Green (1 mile east). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (7 miles north-east), Woking (11 miles north), Camberley (12 miles north), Farnham (7 miles north-west), Dorking (15 miles east) and Frimley (11 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Godalming Museum (2.4 miles north-east) and Milford Hospital (1.3 miles east). The countryside around Cramhurst includes Hydon's Ball and Farncombe Wood.
- Local schools include The Chandler CofE Aided Junior School (0.6 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Star Public House (under half a mile south-east)
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Stuffing typically contains gluten, so check the allergen list
We set up quietly and start the roast early, well away from the entrance.
If there was a favourite dish from our menu, tell us.
Who books funeral wake catering in Cramhurst?
The family can spend time with guests.
We’re regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Cramhurst, such as:
- Wakes at a local club
- Memorial gatherings
- One-year memorials
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
After a service at St John the Evangelist's Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Before you book anyone
- Any travel or access charges
- The space, cover and access they need
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- The menu, including sides and any extras
What the cooking area needs
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Before booking, check:
- Approval from the landlord or committee
- A hall or room for eating
- One contact on the day
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Rotisserie chicken
- Coleslaw
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
How it works
People love watching the carving: our chef carves the pork in front of the queue, with crackling for everyone who wants it. In winter, it’s dark in Cramhurst by about 3:55pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the serving area and the door helps. 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
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
How to get a price
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.
Related guides
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
Compared with sandwich platters, hot food feels more caring. UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
What you get with us
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Served at the time you choose
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
Read our prices page or our hog roast cost guide.
Common questions in Cramhurst
Do you cater at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Could you cook in Rodborough Common?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What if things run late?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
How quickly can you cater a wake?
Normally. Get in touch when the date is set and we’ll tell you quickly.
Will there be enough to go round?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we’ll talk it through when we quote.
What about guests who do not eat pork?
Chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. Halal is not available.
When do you start roasting?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it’s several hours. You will know our arrival time in advance.
What if it rains?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
Towns and villages near Cramhurst
Other occasions in Cramhurst
What affects the price in Cramhurst
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Crockery choices
- Site access
- Numbers
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What to tell us
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- The venue or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away