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Hog Roast for a Wake in Farringdon, Greater London
Looking for a hog roast for the wake in Farringdon? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Life celebrations
A hog roast near Farringdon
Why choose a hog roast in Farringdon?
Some families mix a hog roast with cakes brought by friends. Numbers make the biggest difference: the price per head normally falls as numbers rise, since much of the cost is fixed.
Why book with us
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Read our prices page and our hog roast cost guide.
Funeral wake catering near Farringdon
We keep things simple for families: one call, one quote and quiet, reliable service. Whether it’s memorial gatherings and pub and club wakes, we can cook rotisserie chicken, salads and new potatoes for your guests.
For a wake in Farringdon, a hall or club with a yard or garden is frequently simplest, though home can work with a garden and side access. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Farringdon (EC1V, EC1R, EC1P)
- County
- Greater London
- From the roaster
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Also available
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Space away from the building and any trees
- A short route for the equipment
- A hall or room for eating
As a London location, Farringdon is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access takes planning: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
Looking after everyone
Rolls and stuffing typically contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Keep the alternatives labelled
- Give us numbers for the alternatives
- Stuffing usually contains gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
We hold the food if people are delayed; just let us know.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
What affects the price in Farringdon
There is no fixed price list, because every wake is different. The main factors are:
- How long the roast and service take
- The journey to the venue
- Menu choices and extras
- Crockery choices
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
Details that help
These are the details we need:
- A picture of the cooking area
- Dietary requirements
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
Marquee suppliers normally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
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The process
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. Late-December sunset in Farringdon is about 3:55pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting by the food. Summer wakes have daylight well into the evening.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough numbers.
- We reply quickly with a price.
- We roast quietly during the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We clear away discreetly.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Name a contact for the day
How to get a price
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Who books funeral wake catering in Farringdon?
If the service runs late, the food waits.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Farringdon and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Anniversary memorials
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Wakes in village halls
- Wakes at a local club
For family travelling by train, Farringdon has its own station, Farringdon station.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- The space, cover and access they need
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- Whether travel is included
Your questions about a hog roast for the wake in Farringdon
Can you get a hog roast into a London garden in Farringdon?
It depends on access: a rear gate or yard generally works. Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What’s the nearest station to Farringdon?
Farringdon station, in Farringdon itself.
What’s the price?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we’re on site. Send us the details and we will quote.
What about guests who don’t eat pork?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. Please note we don’t offer halal meat.
What if things run late?
We will be as flexible as we can. Give us a contact on the day and we will fit around changes.
How long does the roast need?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
What do we need to organise?
Only the place, numbers and a contact. We bring everything else.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Arranging a wake in Farringdon
Farringdon is about 2 miles north of London, in Greater London. We take a hog roast for the wake to gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Farringdon and the surrounding area. We cater 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
Local halls and clubs near Farringdon can host a wake if home is too small. Farringdon is on or near the A1 and A4, handy for relatives driving in.
Anywhere in EC1V, EC1R and EC1P, we can bring the roaster to you. Your wake could be at a house on Oat Lane, Shoe Lane and Long Lane, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the roaster. Main roads around Farringdon include the A1 and A4, so getting the roaster to your wake is simple. Other places close to Farringdon we cover include Smithfield (1 mile south), Clerkenwell (1 mile north), Holborn (1 mile west), Blackfriars (1 mile south) and Temple Bar (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (14 miles west), Brompton (3 miles south-west) and Stockwell (4 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Finsbury Health Centre (under half a mile north-west) and Montfichet's Tower (0.5 miles south). Open spaces near Farringdon include Ludgate Hill and Barnsbury Wood.
- Schools near Farringdon include St Peter and St Paul RC Primary School (less than half a mile north) and Central Foundation Boys' School (0.8 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Castle Public House (under half a mile south-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Barts Health Archives (less than half a mile south-east) and County of London (0.6 miles south-east)
What comes off the roaster
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, in a roll, with salad on the side.
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away