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Funeral Wake Catering in East Molesey
Something for nearly everyone: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Book a hog roast for the wake in East Molesey.
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
Book a hog roast in East Molesey
Funeral wake catering in East Molesey, carved to order
We keep things simple for families: one call, one quote and quiet, reliable service. Typical bookings include hall gatherings after a service and one-year memorials, with salads, rotisserie chicken and roast pork in rolls or on plates.
Around East Molesey, wakes are frequently at the village hall, a pub or home. Let us know where the roaster could go. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed.
Questions from East Molesey
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Mary: can you cater?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
What’s the nearest station to East Molesey?
Hampton Court station, about 0.5 miles east of the centre.
Do you come to East Molesey?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including East Molesey and Surrey. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
Where can you serve a wake?
Homes, halls, clubs and venues, given an outdoor cooking area.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. Serving inside is frequently possible, with the venue’s agreement.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear the serving area, and we take our equipment with us.
What comes with the hog roast?
Roast pork carved into soft rolls with sage and onion stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Extras include lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers, a vegan option, salads and potatoes.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
DIY machine hire is available. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
About the food
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls make a hog roast easy to eat anywhere. Gluten-free rolls can be provided on request.
Roast pork
Everything starts with the slow-roasted pork: carved in front of you, a mix of shoulder and leg, straight from the roaster.
East Molesey: halls, homes and travel
East Molesey is about 2 miles south-west of Teddington, in Surrey. East Molesey is well within our area for wakes and the places nearby. East Molesey is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cater. You can also see our page for London, about 13 miles away.
For a service at a church like Church of St Mary, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Here we cover the KT8 and KT7 postcode area, so your wake can be anywhere in it. Whether your wake is on Church Road, School Road and Grove Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the roaster to you. Close by, we cover wakes in West Molesey (1 mile west), Hampton Hill (2 miles north), Hampton (2 miles north-west), Teddington (2 miles north-east) and Hampton Wick (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (14 miles south-west), Woking (11 miles south-west), Epsom (6 miles south-east), Redhill (14 miles south-east), Ewell (5 miles south-east) and Egham (9 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Chessington Castle Hill (4 miles south-east) and Bentall Centre (2.2 miles east). Within reach you will find The Wood and The Lake.
- Schools near East Molesey include Esher College (0.9 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Albion pub (within half a mile east)
Working with your venue
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We’ll fit in with site rules.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Why choose funeral wake catering in East Molesey?
It’s simple, warm, familiar food, just right after a funeral.
Our roaster has been booked for a wide mix of occasions near East Molesey, including:
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Celebrations of life
- Remembrance gatherings
- Remembrance days
Relatives arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Hampton Court station, about 0.5 miles east.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Allergen information for every dish
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- Staffing on the day
Where the roaster can go in East Molesey
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- One contact on the day
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
- A safe distance from the hall
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
Looking after everyone
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Stuffing normally contains gluten
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
We dress smartly and keep a low profile throughout.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
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What affects the price in East Molesey
The price comes down to:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How many people are eating
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Distance from us
A hog roast is frequently good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Getting an accurate quote
When you enquire, it helps to include:
- Rough numbers
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Where the event is
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.
A hog roast compared with other options
If the hall or pub provides food, check whether we can cater there. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why book our hog roast in East Molesey
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- An itemised quote
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Served at the time you choose
See our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
How it works
People love watching the carving: the hog is carved in front of your guests, and the crackling is shared out so everyone gets some. Summer evenings in East Molesey stay light until about 9:20pm, so people can spill into the garden.
- It starts with the date, venue and when people are expected.
- You get a quick answer on the date, and a quote.
- The roast cooks while the service is under way.
- We serve quietly as people gather.
- We clear away discreetly.
Preparing for the day
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
Read more
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away