Hampshire · England
Funeral Wake Catering for Empshott
From the first smell of roasting pork to the last piece of crackling, a hog roast for the wake turns the food into a centrepiece of your wake in Empshott.
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Home wakes
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
Funeral wake catering for Empshott
Planning the cooking spot
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
- Approval from the landlord or committee
- A friend or relative we can call
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Funeral wake catering in Empshott, carved to order
Some families choose a hog roast because it was a favourite. Tell us what matters to you and we will try to help. For ashes ceremonies and life celebrations, we can cook salads, roast pork in rolls or on plates and rotisserie chicken and more.
For a wake near Empshott, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the roaster in the yard or garden. You’ll know what’s included before booking: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
What happens on the day
We roast under cover, so a shower won’t spoil the food. It’s worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. For a summer wake in Empshott, there is light until about 9:20pm, so a garden gathering works well.
- It starts with the date, venue and when people are expected.
- You get a quick answer on the date, and a quote.
- We set up and roast while you are at the service.
- We serve quietly as people gather.
- We tidy up and leave without fuss.
Getting ready for the day
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Send final numbers in good time
Getting a price
The quickest way to get a price is to tell us the date, where the wake is and roughly how many. A picture of the cooking area helps. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Organising for someone else?
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
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Wakes in Empshott: venues and practical details
Empshott is about 5 miles north of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Our roaster is a regular sight at wakes around Empshott. Empshott is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Empshott to Guildford (about 19 miles away).
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Liss station is about 2.7 miles away. Empshott is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
For wakes in GU33, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. From Mill Lane and Church Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the roaster to you. If your venue is just outside Empshott, we also cover Lower Green (1 mile south-west), Hawkley (2 miles south), Selborne (2 miles north-west), Newton Valence (2 miles west) and Oakshott (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (15 miles north-west), Havant (15 miles south), Fleet (14 miles north), Horndean (12 miles south), Aldershot (14 miles north-east) and Alton (5 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Chase Community Hospital (3.3 miles north-east) and The Romany Museum (1.5 miles north-west). Open spaces near Empshott include Liss Riverside Railway Walk North and Selborne Hill.
Occasions we serve in Empshott
Quiet, respectful service.
We’re regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Empshott, such as:
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Wakes at a local club
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
- Wakes in village halls
After a service at Church of the Holy Rood, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Before you book anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- Staffing on the day
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
A hog roast or other catering?
Some families mix a hog roast with cakes brought by friends, which is fine with us. Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so each one is itemised. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Why book with us
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Timed around your day
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Fresh carving at the serving station
Take a look at our prices page and our hog roast cost guide.
What affects the price in Empshott
The biggest factors are:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The number of people
- Menu choices and extras
- Travel to Empshott
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, with everything listed.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, please mention:
- A picture of the cooking area
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and time of the event
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
Questions from Empshott
Can you cater after a service at Church of the Holy Rood?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Churches rarely have space for a hog roast, so the food is generally elsewhere. Send us the address.
What’s the nearest station to Empshott?
The closest is Liss station, roughly 2.7 miles away.
How much will it be?
Each event is priced on its own, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Ask us for a quote.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. You’ll get allergen details for everything.
How long does the roast need?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We work back from your serving time.
What space does the roaster need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, and a way to wheel everything in. A photo helps.
Do you cater in village halls?
Most places, with an outdoor spot for cooking.
Do you need anything from the family?
Not much: an outdoor cooking spot and someone to meet us.
About the food
Roast pork
Our chef carves the pork as it is needed, which keeps it hot and moist.
Rotisserie chicken
For guests who do not eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and children typically like it too.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Plates are easier for older guests than rolls
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
Name a friend or relative as our contact, so the immediate family isn’t disturbed.
Ask about china.
- 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
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards