Kent · England
Funeral Wake Catering for Eastling
Plenty of choice: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, with salads and potatoes on the side. Book a hog roast for the wake in Eastling.
- Anniversary memorials
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Wakes at home
A hog roast near Eastling
Wakes in Eastling: venues and practical details
Eastling is about 4 miles south-west of Faversham, in Kent. We are happy to travel to Eastling for wakes and the places nearby. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 12 miles away.
Families holding a service at Church of St Mary often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the roast can be ready. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Eastling, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Wherever your wake is in ME13, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater a wake on streets such as The Street, Meeson's Close and Eastling Road or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. We also bring hog roasts to wakes in The Valley (2 miles south), Throwley (2 miles south-east), Throwley Forstal (2 miles south-east), Painter's Forstal (2 miles north-east) and Stalisfield Green (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (12 miles west), Ashford (10 miles south), Canterbury (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (6 miles north-west), Whitstable (11 miles north-east) and Faversham (4 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Newnham Castle (0.9 miles north-west).
- Nearby, you’ll find Carpenters Arms Inn (within half a mile south-west)
About our funeral wake catering in Eastling
After a funeral in Eastling, people need somewhere to gather and something warm to eat. Roast pork in a roll or on a plate is comforting and familiar, and it takes the cooking off the family. For wakes in village halls and remembrance gatherings, we can cook salads, apple sauce and roast pork in rolls or on plates for your guests.
In rural Eastling, home or the hall is usual. Everything is cooked on the day, at your venue, slowly, over several hours, and carved only when you’re ready to eat.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Count anyone who does not eat pork
One contact for the day helps, so the family can focus on guests.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Your questions about a hog roast for the wake in Eastling
Is Eastling close to London?
About 42 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Could you cook in Doddington Place Gardens?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What if it rains?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
We do, if you’re happy to roast and carve yourself. Ask and we’ll talk you through it.
What about coeliacs?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. We’ll give you full allergen information for every dish.
Is there an alternative to pork?
Chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. Halal is not available.
How much will it be?
Numbers, menu and travel decide the price. Send us the details and we’ll quote.
What happens on the day
The roaster cooks outdoors, on a level, open spot under cover, well clear of walls, tents and trees. We agree exactly where before the day. Late-December sunset in Eastling is about 3:50pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the serving area and the door helps. Summer wakes have daylight well into the evening.
- Get in touch when the date is set.
- We confirm the space.
- We set up and roast on the day.
- We serve quietly.
- We tidy up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Ask for a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or ME13 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Occasions we serve in Eastling
Hearty food that most people like, just right after a funeral.
Whatever the occasion in Eastling, a slow roast goes a long way. We’re frequently asked to cater:
- Wakes at a local club
- Wakes at home
- Memorial events
- Remembrance days
For family travelling by train, the nearest station is Teynham station, about 3.9 miles north.
Before booking anyone
- How many staff will carve and serve
- Whether travel is included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
A closer look at the menu
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes turn rolls into a full meal.
Rotisserie chicken
For guests who don’t eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and it suits fussy eaters.
How we price a hog roast for the wake
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Whether you want china
- How many people are eating
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Details that help
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Your menu choices
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- An estimate of numbers
Send us the date, the address or ME13 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will check the date and send a quote. Send us your details through our quote form.
Where the roaster can go in Eastling
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Clearance from walls and branches
- A hall or room for eating
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Salads
Towns and villages near Eastling
More for events in Eastling
For event organisers in Eastling
Marquee suppliers typically set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and tell us what they ask for.
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
Compared with family members cooking, we take the cooking off the family’s hands. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why us?
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- We bring everything to cook and serve
Read our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- 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
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards