Isle of Wight · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Gaskins, Isle of Wight
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Book a hog roast for the wake in Gaskins.
- One-year memorials
- Ashes ceremonies
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
A hog roast near Gaskins
How our funeral wake catering works in Gaskins
After a funeral in Gaskins, people need somewhere to gather and something warm to eat. Roast pork in a roll or on a plate is comforting and familiar, and nobody in the family has to cook. We are often asked to cater gatherings at clubs and pubs and anniversary memorials, with rotisserie chicken, roast pork in rolls or on plates and apple sauce.
In rural Gaskins, home or the hall is usual. We plan the timings around your day, because the roast has to start hours before you eat.
- Area
- Gaskins (PO33, PO36)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about a hog roast for the wake in Gaskins
Which station is closest to Gaskins?
Brading station, about 1.2 miles south-west of the centre.
Can you roast near the sea around Gaskins?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
When do you start roasting?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We work back from your serving time.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
Outside, always. Serving indoors is usually fine if the venue is happy.
Is a week’s notice enough?
Normally. Contact us as soon as you have a date and we’ll tell you quickly.
Can you cater in Gaskins?
Yes, Gaskins is in our area. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
How much will it be?
Every booking is quoted individually, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Ask us for a quote.
What do you need from us on the day?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We bring everything else.
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 Gaskins, there’s light until about 9:20pm, so people can spill into the garden.
- Share the date, place and numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a simple quote.
- The roast cooks while you are at the service.
- We serve calmly as people arrive.
- We clear away discreetly.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Get a quote
When you’re weighing up caterers, ask each one exactly what’s included. We spell it out in ours. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
Allergies and dietary needs
Not everyone eats pork, so it’s worth adding an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Count anyone who does not eat pork
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Give us numbers for the alternatives
Afterwards we pack up quietly.
Ask about china.
About the food
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Everything goes into a soft roll, perfect for eating on the move. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Stuffing and a dollop of apple sauce turn a pork roll into a hog roast roll.
What a hog roast costs
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- Whether you want china
- Access to the cooking area
- Numbers
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Any venue rules
- What the outdoor space is like
- The venue or postcode
- The date and time of the event
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
Arranging a wake in Gaskins
Gaskins is about 3 miles south-east of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We take a hog roast for the wake to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Gaskins and the surrounding area. We cover 125 places across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Gaskins to Southampton (19 miles away).
Families holding a service at St Catherine-by-the-Green frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the roast can be ready. The coast is within about 3 miles of Gaskins.
We bring hog roasts to wakes all over PO33 and PO36 and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include St Helens (1 mile north-east), Brading (1 mile south-west), Yarbridge (2 miles south-west), Morton (2 miles south-west) and Yaverland (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Newport (8 miles west), Ryde (3 miles north-west), Cowes (9 miles north-west), Sandown (3 miles south-west), Shanklin (5 miles south-west) and Ventnor (8 miles south-west). If your wake is somewhere remote, let us know early and we will plan the trip.
Well-known places in the area include Sandown Castle (2.7 miles south) and Lilliput Museum of Antique Dolls And Toys (1.2 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Brading Down and Brading Marshes RSPB reserve.
- Local pubs include The Vine Inn (0.6 miles north-east)
Where the roaster can go in Gaskins
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Things to check:
- One contact on the day
- Clearance from walls and branches
- Parking close by for our vehicle
For somewhere as remote as Gaskins, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
Why choose a hog roast in Gaskins?
Next to booking a function room menu, a hog roast at home or a hall can be simpler and better value. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why book with us
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Timed around your day
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- All the equipment comes with us
See our pricing or the cost guide.
Working with your venue
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We’ll fit in with site rules.
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Also in Gaskins
Occasions we serve in Gaskins
Quiet, respectful service.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Gaskins and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Wakes at a local club
- Remembrance days
- Home wakes
- Remembrance gatherings
Relatives arriving by train should know that Brading station, about 1.2 miles south-west, is the nearest station.
Before booking anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away