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Hog Roast for a Wake in Ferring, West Sussex
We bring a hog roast for the wake across Ferring and West Sussex, roasting on site and carving to order, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Memorial gatherings
- Gatherings after a cremation
Funeral wake catering for Ferring
Funeral wake catering in Ferring, slow-roasted on site
We know families have a lot to arrange: a short conversation, a clear quote and a calm service on the day. We serve rotisserie chicken, salads and halloumi skewers, and we’re regularly asked to cater wakes at home and memorial gatherings.
For a wake in a place like Ferring, the village hall is often the heart of it. 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.
- Location
- Ferring (BN12)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the roaster
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Alongside
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Arranging a wake in Ferring
Ferring is about 2 miles south-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. From village halls to gardens and fields, wakes around Ferring suit a hog roast. Ferring is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cater. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 14 miles away.
For family travelling by train, the nearest station is Goring-By-Sea station, about 0.9 miles north-east. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Ferring, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access. Ferring is within about 4 miles of the sea, and coastal halls can be breezy, so we choose a sheltered cooking spot.
For wakes in BN12, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and roughly how many guests. Your wake could be at a house on Pebble Lane, Ferringham Lane and Grange Park, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Kingston Gorse (1 mile south-west), Hangleton (1 mile north-west), West Kingston (1 mile west), Goring-by-Sea (1 mile east) and Angmering-on-Sea (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in Bognor Regis (10 miles west), Chichester (15 miles west), Littlehampton (4 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles east), Lancing (6 miles east) and Rustington (3 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Rustington Museum (2.4 miles west) and Old Castle (2.6 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Highdown Hill.
- Schools near Ferring include Chatsmore Catholic High School (0.8 miles north-east)
What we serve, dish by dish
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
A hog roast roll is designed to be eaten in the hand. We can bring gluten-free rolls if you ask.
Roast pork
Hours of slow roasting make the pork soft and full of flavour, and our chef carves it to order.
Where the roaster can go in Ferring
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- Space away from the building and any trees
- A level outdoor area
- A hall or room for eating
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Ferring
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with a cold buffet, a warm plated meal is more comforting. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why book with us
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- All the equipment comes with us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
See our pricing or the cost guide.
What affects the price in Ferring
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Menu choices and extras
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Distance from us
- Numbers
A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
What we need to know
These are the details we need:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- Any venue rules
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- An estimate of numbers
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Plates are easier for older guests than rolls
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
Afterwards we pack up quietly.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
Planning the wake in Ferring
Alternatives are available.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Ferring:
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Life celebrations
- Remembrance days
- Wakes at home
For a service at a church like St Andrew's Church, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
What your quote should include
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for every dish
Places near Ferring
Other occasions in Ferring
Ferring: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Ferring?
The closest is Goring-By-Sea station, roughly 0.9 miles away.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it is several hours. We will confirm our arrival time when we quote.
Is there an alternative to pork?
There are chicken, vegetarian and vegan alternatives. We don’t offer halal meat.
Do you serve the food?
We carve and serve for you, and we clear up when service is finished.
What if people arrive late?
We wait: a cooked roast can be held for a while.
Do you come to Ferring?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Ferring and the rest of West Sussex included. Send us the address for a quote.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will adjust.
How it works
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we can hold the cooked roast for a while before carving, so keep us posted on the day. Summer evenings in Ferring stay light until about 9:20pm, so a garden gathering works well.
- It starts with the date, venue and when people are expected.
- We check the date and the cooking spot, then send a simple quote.
- The roast cooks while the service is under way.
- We serve when everyone arrives, calmly and without fuss.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
How to prepare
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
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Working with your venue
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so let them know about the roaster. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards