Hampshire · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Ellisfield, Hampshire
Funeral wake catering in Ellisfield: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Wakes at home
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Memorial gatherings
Slow-roasted pork in Ellisfield
Funeral wake catering near Ellisfield
Roast pork with salads, new potatoes and coleslaw makes a proper meal, or rolls keep it simple. Chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option are there for anyone who doesn’t eat pork. We serve new potatoes, rotisserie chicken and salads, and we’re often booked for remembrance days and gatherings at clubs and pubs.
For a wake near Ellisfield, a farmhouse or village hall often works well. The hog is roasted on site at your wake, low and slow, for hours.
A closer look at the menu
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken from the rotisserie gives people a non-pork choice, roasted until golden.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we will bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
Wakes in Ellisfield: venues and practical details
Ellisfield is about 4 miles south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We cater wakes across Ellisfield and nearby, from gardens to fields. We cater all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Ellisfield to Reading (about 17 miles away).
If relatives are coming by rail, Basingstoke station, about 4.2 miles north, is the nearest station.
Here we cover the RG25 postcode area, so your wake can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Church Lane, Furzen Lane and College Lane; a wake on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Nearby, we also cater wakes in Upper Common (1 mile south-west), Nashes Green (2 miles east), Cliddesden (2 miles north), Viables (3 miles north) and Upton Grey (4 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (4 miles north), Winchester (14 miles south-west), Farnborough (15 miles north-east), Fleet (12 miles north-east), Aldershot (14 miles east) and Alton (6 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (5.1 miles north) and Basing House (4.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include The Mill Field and Farleigh Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Fox pub (0.6 miles south-west)
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How the day works
Your timings come first. If things run late, we can hold the cooked roast for a while before carving, so tell us as soon as plans change. Autumn and winter afternoons in Ellisfield get dark early: about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December, so a later wake may need lighting outside.
- Share the date, place and numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a simple quote.
- We roast quietly during the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We clear away discreetly.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
Getting a price
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
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Ellisfield questions
Do you come out to small places like Ellisfield?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Ellisfield from London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you wait?
Name someone we can call and we’ll serve when everyone is there.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Stuffing usually contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
What if things run late?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
Do you cater in village halls?
Most places, with an outdoor spot for cooking.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
Outside, always. Serving indoors is normally fine if the venue is happy.
What do you need from us on the day?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
Where the roaster can go in Ellisfield
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- A friend or relative we can call
- Space inside for guests
- Space away from the building and any trees
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
From the roaster
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
What affects the price in Ellisfield
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Time on site
- The number of people
- Plates or china
Numbers make the biggest difference: the price per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
Details that help
Here’s what we will ask:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Dietary requirements
- An estimate of numbers
- The venue or postcode
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
Looking after everyone
Rolls and stuffing typically contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Plates are easier for older guests than rolls
- Keep the alternatives labelled
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Count anyone who doesn’t eat pork
We hold the food if people are delayed; just let us know.
Rotisserie chicken is a good alternative for those who don’t eat pork.
Why choose a hog roast in Ellisfield?
Next to a cold buffet, roast pork on a plate with potatoes is more filling. 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. Every event gets its own quote, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Why us?
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Planned to your running order
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
Take a look at our pricing or our hog roast cost guide.
Planning the wake in Ellisfield
One roast feeds everyone together, so people can eat and share memories.
Here’s what people in Ellisfield most often book a hog roast for:
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Remembrance days
- Memorial events
After a service at Church of St. Martin, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Comparing caterers
- Staffing on the day
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- Any travel or access charges
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We will fit in with site rules.
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and tell us what they ask for.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards