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Funeral Wake Catering in Eltham
Plenty of choice: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Funeral wake catering in Eltham.
- Memorial gatherings
- Celebrations of life
- Church and village hall wakes
Funeral wake catering in Eltham
What the cooking area needs
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Ideally:
- Clearance from walls and branches
- Flat ground outside the hall or house
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
As a London location, Eltham is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access takes planning: let us know how we reach the cooking spot and where we can park.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Eltham
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- New potatoes
About our funeral wake catering in Eltham
Funerals are usually planned within a week or two. Contact us as soon as the date is set, and we will give you a quick answer. Whether it’s church and village hall wakes and wakes at home, we will put together a menu of roast pork in rolls or on plates, apple sauce and halloumi skewers.
In Eltham, a wake might be at home, a hall or a local pub. We need an outdoor spot to cook, which we can help you think through. We bring the roaster, the cover and everything we need to cook and serve, and we pack away and leave the area as we found it.
- Area
- Eltham (SE9, SE12, DA15, BR7)
- County
- Greater London
- From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Alongside
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
Roast pork
We carve as we serve, which keeps it hot and moist right to the last roll.
What a hog roast costs
We do not use a fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- How many people are eating
- Access to the cooking area
The main driver is numbers: bigger groups usually cost less per head, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
What we need to know
To get the best quote, send us:
- The date and time of the event
- Any venue rules
- Dietary requirements
- Roughly how many people
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
Working with your venue
Marquee suppliers normally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Why choose funeral wake catering in Eltham?
It feeds everyone at once, so people can eat and share memories.
Here’s what people in Eltham most frequently book a hog roast for:
- Life celebrations
- Family meals after a funeral
- Gatherings at the family home
- Wakes at a local club
Families holding a service at Church of Holy Trinity often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the roast can be ready.
Questions to ask before booking
- How many staff will carve and serve
- What the price includes, item by item
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Whether plates or china are included
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to booking a function room menu, a hog roast at home or a hall can be simpler and better value. Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Why us?
- Served at the time you choose
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Fresh carving at the serving station
Take a look at our prices page or our hog roast cost guide.
Planning for dietary needs
A hog roast is pork, so plan for anyone who does not eat it. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Stuffing normally contains gluten
- Plates are easier for older guests than rolls
- Request gluten-free rolls
Our staff are discreet and respectful.
Rotisserie chicken is a good alternative for those who do not eat pork.
Other occasions in Eltham
FAQs for Eltham
Which station is closest to Eltham?
Mottingham station, in Eltham itself.
We are gathering after a service at Church of Holy Trinity: can you cater?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What comes with the hog roast?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
How much room do you need?
A flat, open spot outside, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A photo helps.
What happens in bad weather?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Can you cater at home?
Homes, halls, clubs and venues, given an outdoor cooking area.
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.
How much will it be?
Each event is priced on its own, based on numbers, menu, service time and distance. Tell us about your wake for a quote.
The process
Serving is straightforward: the chef carves and the team serves, with the sides served alongside. When everyone has eaten, we clear up and leave the spot tidy. Late-December sunset in Eltham is about 3:55pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting by the food. 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.
Preparing for the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Send final numbers in good time
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
Related guides
Arranging a wake in Eltham
Eltham is about 7 miles west of Dartford, in Greater London. Our roaster is a regular sight at wakes around Eltham. Eltham is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Eltham to London (about 8 miles away).
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, there is a station right in Eltham: Mottingham station. Relatives driving in can use the A20 and B263 to reach Eltham.
For wakes in SE9, SE12, DA15 and BR7, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. Streets in the area include Eltham High Street, Tarnwood Park and Elmslie Court, and a wake on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. You’ll find Eltham on the A20 and B263, so it is easy for us to reach with the equipment. For wakes just outside Eltham, we cover Middle Park (1 mile west), New Eltham (1 mile south-east), Well Hall (1 mile north), Coldharbour (1 mile south) and Avery Hill (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include London (8 miles north-west), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (10 miles north-west), Kensington (12 miles west), St Pancras (9 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (8 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Eltham Community Hospital (under half a mile north) and Metropolitan Police Museum (2.1 miles east). Within reach you’ll find The Tarn and Summer Hill.
- Local schools include Eltham Church of England Primary School (0.5 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Greyhound Public House (less than half a mile north)
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away