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Hog Roast for a Wake in Ditton, Slough
We bring a hog roast for the wake across Ditton and Slough, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Gatherings at the family home
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
Funeral wake catering in Ditton
Funeral wake catering in Ditton, carved to order
A wake might be at home, a village or church hall, a club or a pub. Wherever it is, the roaster cooks outdoors under cover, and we serve indoors where the venue allows. We are often asked to cater gatherings at the family home and gatherings after scattering ashes, with rotisserie chicken, roast pork in rolls or on plates and halloumi skewers.
In a small place like Ditton, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish before booking.
What a hog roast costs
Your quote depends on:
- Distance from us
- Whether you want china
- Access to the cooking area
- Which meats and sides you choose
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What we need to know
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Where the event is
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Dietary requirements
- Anything the venue has asked for
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
Nearby places to Ditton
Also in Ditton
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
Next to a cold buffet, roast pork on a plate with potatoes is more filling. For larger numbers, a hog roast is generally good value, since one roast goes a long way. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
What you get with us
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Our staff serve and clear
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- A clear quote with everything listed
See our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Give us numbers for the alternatives
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
Name a friend or relative as our contact, so the immediate family isn’t disturbed.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Before you choose a spot
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Before booking, check:
- Space away from the building and any trees
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- Parking close by for our vehicle
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Ditton
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Vegan option (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
How it works
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, set up under cover and start roasting, the roast cooks gently through the day, and we carve and serve at the agreed time. In late September, sunset in Ditton is about 7:05pm; in December, about 3:55pm, so we plan lighting for later gatherings.
- Contact us as soon as you have a date.
- We confirm the space.
- We set up and roast on the day.
- We serve quietly.
- We tidy up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
Ask for a quote
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your wake: fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Why choose funeral wake catering in Ditton?
One roast feeds everyone together, so people can sit and talk.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Ditton and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
- Life celebrations
- Memorial gatherings
- Wakes in village halls
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the nearest station is Datchet station, about 0.8 miles south-west.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether plates or china are included
- A clear list of what’s included
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- Whether travel is included
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
About the food
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Tell us how many vegans to expect, and we will plan the vegan burgers or sausages.
Roast pork
We carve as we serve, so it stays hot and juicy right to the last roll.
Ditton: your questions answered
Is Ditton close to London?
About 20 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cater after a service at St Francis Assisi?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with room to cook outside. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Can you roast in the rain?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Can you do gluten-free?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Stuffing usually contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
How do we prepare?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We bring everything else.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it’s several hours. You will know our arrival time in advance.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. We can often serve indoors if the venue agrees.
Wake catering near Ditton
Ditton is about 2 miles south-east of Slough, in Slough. From village halls to gardens and fields, wakes around Ditton suit a hog roast. Ditton is one of 31 places in Slough we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 17 miles away.
If there is not room at home, a hall or club near Ditton may suit. Families holding a service at St Francis Assisi frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the roast can be ready.
Anywhere in SL3, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your wake is on Thorn Road, Ditton Road and London Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Other places close to Ditton we cover include Datchet (1 mile south-west), Myrke (1 mile north-west), Brands Hill (1 mile south-east), Sunnymeads (2 miles south) and Colnbrook (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Cippenham (4 miles north-west), Britwell (4 miles north-west), Burnham (5 miles north-west), Stoke Poges (4 miles north), Huntercombe (4 miles north-west) and Farnham Common (5 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Windsor Castle (1.7 miles west) and Municipal Borough of Slough (1.8 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Staines Reservoirs and Stoke Common.
- Schools near Ditton include Ditton Park Academy (0.5 miles north-west) and Upton Court Grammar School (1 mile north-west)
- Local pubs include The Royal Stag pub (0.7 miles south-west)
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away