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Hog Roast for a Wake in East Grinstead, West Sussex
We bring a hog roast for the wake to East Grinstead and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Pub and club wakes
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
Funeral wake catering for East Grinstead
Arranging a wake in East Grinstead
East Grinstead is about 8 miles east of Crawley, in West Sussex. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in East Grinstead. East Grinstead is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cater. Our bookings stretch from East Grinstead to Brighton (about 21 miles away).
Relatives arriving by train should know that East Grinstead station serves East Grinstead directly. Families holding a service at Our Lady and St Peter's Church often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the roast can be ready. East Grinstead is within about 3 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
We cover wakes in every part of the RH19 postcode area and the streets around it. Your wake could be at a house on Station Road, High Street and London Road, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the roaster. Being close to the A22 and A264, East Grinstead is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Dormans Park (1 mile north), Saint Hill Green (2 miles south), Felbridge (2 miles north-west), Ashurst Wood (2 miles south-east) and Felcourt (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Crawley (8 miles west), Horsham (14 miles west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (13 miles south-west), Broadfield (9 miles west) and Bewbush (9 miles west). East Grinstead is among the bigger towns we cover in West Sussex, with lots of choice for wakes.
Other landmarks nearby include East Grinstead Museum (less than half a mile south-east) and Queen Victoria Hospital (0.8 miles north-east). The countryside around East Grinstead includes Hedgecourt Lake.
- Nearby schools include Sackville School (0.7 miles south-east) and Bush Davies School of Theatre Arts (1.3 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find The Railway pub (under half a mile south)
Funeral wake catering in East Grinstead, carved to order
We roast quietly on site while the service takes place, so food is ready when people arrive. We serve without fuss and clear up quietly. We serve rotisserie chicken, roast pork in rolls or on plates and halloumi skewers, and typical bookings are for gatherings at clubs and pubs and gatherings after scattering ashes.
In a town like East Grinstead, a wake at the family home or the local hall is common. We cook in the garden or the hall’s grounds. Everything we need to roast, carve and serve comes with us, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
- Location
- East Grinstead (RH19)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Who books funeral wake catering in East Grinstead?
The family can spend time with guests.
Whatever the occasion in East Grinstead, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. Bookings frequently include:
- One-year memorials
- Church and village hall wakes
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Memorial events
With the A22 and A264 nearby, it is easy for family travelling by car to reach East Grinstead.
Questions to ask before booking
- If the price includes VAT
- The space, cover and access they need
- How dietary needs are handled
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
Nearby places to East Grinstead
What else we do in East Grinstead
The process
Serving is straightforward: our chef carves and our staff fill the rolls or plates, with the sides served alongside. Afterwards we clear the serving area and pack away. In winter, it’s dark in East Grinstead by about 3:55pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting by the food. In summer, there’s daylight until about 9:20pm.
- It starts with the date, venue and when people are expected.
- We check the date and the cooking spot, then send a simple quote.
- We roast quietly while the service takes place.
- We serve quietly as people gather.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
How to prepare
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
Get a quote
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
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What a hog roast costs
There is no fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Access to the cooking area
- How many people are eating
- Travel to East Grinstead
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Details that help
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Your menu choices
- Where the event is
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
- Count anyone who does not eat pork
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Request gluten-free rolls
We arrive in good time and roast quietly, out of the way of arriving guests.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
The menu, dish by dish
Stuffing and apple sauce
Stuffing and a dollop of apple sauce make the roll, just as they should.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables, in a roll or on a plate.
A hog roast compared with other options
If the hall or pub provides food, check whether we can cater there. Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why book with us
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Our staff serve and clear
- An itemised quote
- Timed around your day
For event organisers in East Grinstead
Event organisers frequently ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Planning the cooking spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Ideally:
- Approval from the landlord or committee
- Space away from the building and any trees
- A short route for the equipment
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in East Grinstead
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Coleslaw
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Your questions about a hog roast for the wake in East Grinstead
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Is East Grinstead close to London?
About 26 miles from central London.
What’s the price?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we’re on site. Tell us your date and we’ll send a price.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. We do not offer halal meat.
Will there be enough to go round?
We plan quantities from the numbers you give us, and we will confirm everything in writing.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will adjust.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Can we just hire the roaster?
We do, if you’re happy to roast and carve yourself. We will explain the details with your quote.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away