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Hog Roast for a Wake in Elham, Kent
We bring a hog roast for the wake across Elham and Kent, roasting on site and carving to order, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Family get-togethers after a service
Funeral wake catering in Elham
About our funeral wake catering in Elham
We keep things simple for families: one call, one quote and quiet, reliable service. For pub and club wakes and memorial gatherings, we can cook salads, new potatoes and rotisserie chicken for your guests.
Near Elham, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. Timings are planned around your wake, working back from when you want to eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
How it works
Here’s how the day generally runs: the roaster goes up and the hog goes on, the roast cooks gently through the day, and our chef carves it when you are ready. Most wakes in Elham are held in the afternoon, which is daylight for most of the year, but by late December it’s dark at about 3:50pm.
- Contact us as soon as you have a date.
- We confirm the space.
- We cook on site.
- Our staff serve without fuss.
- We leave the venue tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Give us a contact number for the day
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. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Events we cater in Elham
Hearty food that most people like, just right after a funeral.
Here’s what people in Elham most frequently book a hog roast for:
- Church and village hall wakes
- One-year memorials
- Memorial events
- Wakes at home
Families holding a service at Church of St Mary the Virgin frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the roast can be ready.
Questions to ask before booking
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Allergen information for every dish
- Whether travel is included
Before you choose a spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
- Approval from the landlord or committee
- Space inside for guests
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
What affects the price in Elham
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Whether you want china
- Distance from us
- How many people are eating
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so we list each one in the quote. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quick, accurate price, send us:
- A picture of the cooking area
- The date and time of the event
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Roughly how many people
Send us the date, the address or CT4 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We will check the date and send a quote. Send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. Other tips:
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
Name a friend or relative as our contact, so the immediate family is not disturbed.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Arranging a wake in Elham
Elham is about 5 miles north-west of Folkestone, in Kent. Thinking about a hog roast for the wake in Elham? We cover the whole area. Elham is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Elham to Canterbury (9 miles away).
For family travelling by train, the closest railway station is Sandling station, roughly 4.7 miles south-west of the centre. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about a mile of Elham; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural. The coast is within about 6 miles of Elham, and coastal halls can be breezy, so we choose a sheltered cooking spot.
We cater wakes across CT4 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include High Street, Pound Lane and Vicarage Lane, and a wake on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Swingfield Minnis (2 miles east), Densole (3 miles south-east), Selsted (3 miles east), Breach (3 miles north-east) and Lodge Lees (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (11 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north), Dover (8 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Royal Victoria Hospital (5.3 miles south-east) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (3.7 miles south). The countryside around Elham includes Cheriton Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The King's Arms (within half a mile north-east)
Questions from Elham
How far is Elham from London?
About 57 miles from central London.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Do you serve the food?
We carve and serve for you, and we clear up when service is finished.
What about guests who do not eat pork?
We can add lamb or chicken, plus halloumi skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage. Halal meat isn’t something we offer.
Is there an alternative to pork?
Yes, add chicken or a vegetarian option.
What happens in bad weather?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
What’s the price?
Each event is priced on its own, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Ask us for a quote.
Do you need power or water?
Not to cook, because the roaster is gas-fired. Tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it.
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
Next to sandwiches, a hog roast is a warm meal. Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Why book our hog roast in Elham
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- Served at the time you choose
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- A clear quote with everything listed
Read how we price or the cost guide.
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What comes off the roaster
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A plant-based burger or sausage covers vegans, in a roll, with salad on the side.
Roast pork
We carve as we serve, which keeps it hot and moist.
- 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
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away