Isle of Wight · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Elmfield, Isle of Wight
Funeral wake catering in Elmfield: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Memorial gatherings
- Remembrance days
- Gatherings after a cremation
Funeral wake catering in Elmfield
What happens on the day
Rain does not stop the roast, because we cook under cover. It’s worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. Wakes in Elmfield are typically in the afternoon, so light is rarely a problem, though in December it’s dark by about 4:00pm.
- Share the date, place and rough numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a price.
- The roast cooks while the service is under way.
- We serve quietly as people gather.
- We clear away discreetly.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Let us know about tight access
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Getting a price
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the wake is and roughly how many. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
About our funeral wake catering in Elmfield
Services can run over, and that is fine: a cooked roast can be held for a while. Give us a contact for the day. We are frequently asked to cater wakes in village halls and gatherings at clubs and pubs, serving roast pork in rolls or on plates, new potatoes and halloumi skewers.
For a wake in a place like Elmfield, the village hall is frequently the heart of it, and its grounds suit the roaster. The hog is roasted on site at your wake, low and slow, for hours.
- Where
- Elmfield (PO33)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- Menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Also available
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
A hog roast can sit alongside cakes and tea. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why us?
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Served at the time you choose
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
Read our prices page or what a hog roast costs.
Wakes in Elmfield: venues and practical details
Elmfield is about 1 mile south-east of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We cater wakes at gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Elmfield. We bring hog roasts to 125 places across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 17 miles away.
Families holding a service at St John's Church frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the roast can be ready. Relatives driving in can use the A3055 to reach Elmfield. The coast is within about a mile of Elmfield.
Wherever your wake is in PO33, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater a wake on streets such as Park Road, Rink Road and Hope Road or the roads around them, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the roaster. Elmfield is on the A3055, so it’s easy for us to reach with the equipment. Other places close to Elmfield we cover include Oakfield (1 mile west), Appley (1 mile north-east), Westridge (1 mile south), Ryde (1 mile north-west) and Puckpool (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cater in Newport (7 miles west), Cowes (7 miles west), Sandown (5 miles south), Shanklin (6 miles south), Ventnor (9 miles south) and East Cowes (6 miles west). Some remote sites need extra planning, so contact us in good time.
Well-known places in the area include Cothey Bottom Heritage Centre (0.8 miles south-east) and Gosport War Memorial Hospital (5.1 miles north). The countryside around Elmfield includes Brading Down and Alan Hersey Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Elmfield include Ryde School with Upper Chine (1 mile north-west) and Ryde Academy (1.2 miles west)
- Local pubs include High Park Tavern (under half a mile east)
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Keep the alternatives labelled
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
Our staff are discreet and respectful throughout.
Add chicken as an alternative.
What affects the price in Elmfield
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Plates or china
- Access to the cooking area
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- Which meats and sides you choose
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Getting an accurate quote
These are the details we need:
- Allergies we should know about
- An estimate of numbers
- The date and time of the event
- What the outdoor space is like
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Elmfield
We serve calmly and clear away discreetly.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions. Typical bookings include:
- Wakes at a local club
- Life celebrations
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
For family travelling by train, there’s a station right in Elmfield: Ryde St Johns Road station.
Before you book anyone
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- The full menu and the sides
- Staffing on the day
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- Flat ground outside the hall or house
- One contact on the day
- Clearance from walls and branches
Elmfield is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we’ll plan the journey.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the roaster
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
What comes off the roaster
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken off the rotisserie, carved or jointed goes into rolls or onto plates alongside the pork.
Stuffing and apple sauce
A spoonful of apple sauce and a slice of stuffing turn a pork roll into a hog roast roll.
What else we do in Elmfield
FAQs for Elmfield
Can you cater after a service at St John's Church?
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’ll gather.
Which station is closest to Elmfield?
Elmfield has its own station: Ryde St Johns Road station.
Is there a non-pork option?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. Please note we don’t offer halal meat.
When do you start roasting?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it’s several hours. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
Can you work around our timings?
We work back from when you want to eat, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, for confident cooks. Ask and we’ll talk you through it.
Do we need to provide electricity?
Not to cook, because the roaster is gas-fired. Tell us what’s available and we will plan around it.
What if it rains?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain is not a problem for the roast. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
For event organisers in Elmfield
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we’ll tell you what we can send.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away