Oxfordshire · England
Funeral Wake Catering for Emmington
Looking for a hog roast for the wake in Emmington? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and carve when you are ready to eat.
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Gatherings at the family home
- Remembrance days
Funeral wake catering for Emmington
How our funeral wake catering works in Emmington
After a funeral in Emmington, 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. Whether it is gatherings at the family home and celebrations of life, we can cook new potatoes, salads and halloumi skewers for your guests.
In rural Emmington, home or the hall is usual. Timings are planned around your wake, working back from when you want to eat.
- Location
- Emmington (OX39)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Working with your venue
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.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
About the food
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, in a roll, with salad on the side.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Crunchy coleslaw suits roast pork, while salads and potatoes make a plated meal.
Common questions in Emmington
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Is Emmington close to London?
Roughly 39 miles from the centre of London.
Do you cover Emmington?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Emmington and the rest of Oxfordshire included. Send us the address for a quote.
Where does the hog roast go?
A level, open area outdoors with room for the roaster, a gazebo and a carving table, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We will check it with you before booking.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
We do, if you are happy to roast and carve yourself. Ask and we’ll talk you through it.
Do you provide china?
Plates come as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we’ll add it to the quote.
What if things run late?
Within reason, we can. Give us a contact on the day and we will adjust.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we will confirm everything in writing.
Before you choose a spot
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Before booking, check:
- Space away from the building and any trees
- Parking close by for our vehicle
- A level outdoor area
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Emmington
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Coleslaw
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. A few more tips:
- Plates are easier for older guests than rolls
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
We serve when people arrive, calmly and without fuss.
Add chicken as an alternative.
How the day works
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and get on with roasting and serving. Wakes in Emmington are normally in the afternoon, so light is rarely a problem, but by late December it’s dark at about 3:55pm.
- You tell us the date, the venue, rough numbers and when people will arrive.
- We check the date and the cooking spot, then send a simple quote.
- The roast cooks while the service is under way.
- We serve quietly as people gather.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
Getting ready for the day
- Name a contact for the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
Getting a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
What affects the price in Emmington
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Distance from us
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Numbers
- Whether you want china
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What to tell us
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Your menu choices
- Rough numbers
- Dietary requirements
- Where the event is
If you’re comparing hog roast caterers for Emmington, ask each one exactly what’s included. Ours lists it clearly. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
More for events in Emmington
After a funeral in Emmington
Emmington is about 3 miles south-east of Thame, in Oxfordshire. Thinking about a hog roast for the wake in Emmington? We can help. We bring hog roasts to all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Emmington to Oxford (about 13 miles away).
If relatives are coming by rail, Princes Risborough station is about 3.8 miles away. Emmington is within about 5 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX39, and we can cater your wake anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Sydenham (1 mile south-west), Kingston Stert (1 mile south-west), Chinnor (1 mile south-east), Towersey (2 miles north) and Thame (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Oxford (13 miles west), Didcot (15 miles south-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (13 miles south), Benson (10 miles south-west) and Headington Quarry (12 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Thame Museum (3.1 miles north-west) and Thame Community Hospital (2.6 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Bald Hill and Oakley Hill nature reserve.
- Nearby, you will find The Inn at Emmington (under half a mile south-east)
Why choose a hog roast in Emmington?
If the hall or pub provides food, check whether we can cater there. UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. We quote every event individually, with everything listed.
What you get with us
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Served at the time you choose
Take a look at our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
Planning the wake in Emmington
Quiet, respectful service.
In Emmington and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Remembrance days
- Celebrations of life
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Memorial gatherings
For a service at a church like Church of St Nicholas, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
What to look for in a quote
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- If the price includes VAT
- Allergen information for every dish
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards