Hampshire · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Filmore Hill, Hampshire
We bring a hog roast for the wake to Filmore Hill and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Family meals after a funeral
- Anniversary memorials
- Church and village hall wakes
Book a hog roast in Filmore Hill
About our funeral wake catering in Filmore Hill
We cater wakes in Filmore Hill and the surrounding area, at homes, halls and venues. Typical bookings include wakes in village halls and celebrations of life, with roast pork in rolls or on plates, new potatoes and halloumi skewers.
In rural Filmore Hill, home or the hall is usual, with the roaster in the yard or garden. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed.
How it works
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can get on with your wake. For a summer wake in Filmore Hill, there is light until about 9:20pm, so people can spill into the garden.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough numbers.
- We reply quickly with a price.
- We roast quietly during the service.
- We serve calmly as people arrive.
- We clear away discreetly.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Send final numbers in good time
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
Get a quote
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the wake is and roughly how many. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Planning for dietary needs
Rolls and stuffing typically contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Stuffing usually contains gluten
- Count anyone who doesn’t eat pork
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
We set up quietly and start the roast early, out of the way of arriving guests.
China crockery is available on request.
Space, access and the venue
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Space inside for guests
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
- A friend or relative we can call
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
Wakes in Filmore Hill: venues and practical details
Filmore Hill is about 6 miles north-west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Filmore Hill is well within our area for wakes and the places nearby. We bring hog roasts to all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Filmore Hill to Southampton (17 miles away).
Filmore Hill is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
We cater wakes across the GU34 postcode area and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Filmore Hill, we also cover Bailey Green (1 mile east), Privett (1 mile east), West Tisted (1 mile north-west), Monkwood (2 miles north) and West Meon (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (11 miles west), Havant (13 miles south), Eastleigh (14 miles west), Fareham (14 miles south-west), Horndean (9 miles south) and Chandler's Ford (15 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Petersfield Community Hospital (5.6 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Shutts Copse and Pidham Hill.
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
Compared with a cold buffet, roast pork on a plate with potatoes is more filling. 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.
Why us?
- Timed around your day
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
See our pricing and the cost guide.
Nearby places to Filmore Hill
What else we do in Filmore Hill
Why choose funeral wake catering in Filmore Hill?
It is simple, warm, familiar food, which is what people want after a service.
However big or small the event in Filmore Hill, a slow roast goes a long way. We are often asked to cater:
- Memorial gatherings
- Wakes at a local club
- Wakes at home
- Wakes in village halls
If the funeral is at a church such as Holy Trinity Church, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Comparing caterers
- The full menu and the sides
- Whether plates or china are included
- Any travel or access charges
- VAT, if it applies
What we serve, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, so halloumi and vegetable skewers ensure they’re not left with just salad.
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
Working with your venue
Event organisers frequently ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Tell us what you need and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
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.
Common questions in Filmore Hill
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you come out to small places like Filmore Hill?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you wait?
We wait: a cooked roast can be held for a while.
Do you come to Filmore Hill?
Yes, Filmore Hill is in our area. Send us the address and we’ll check the date.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
When do you start roasting?
Hours rather than minutes. We will confirm our arrival time when we quote.
What happens in bad weather?
Rain does not stop the cooking. Somewhere covered for people to eat helps.
How big a hog will we need?
We size the roast to your numbers, so tell us your best estimate. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
How we price a hog roast for the wake
The price comes down to:
- The journey to the venue
- How many people are eating
- How long the roast and service take
- Whether you want china
Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Rough numbers
- Any venue rules
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away