West Sussex · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Gay Street, West Sussex
Plenty of choice: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, with salads and potatoes on the side. Funeral wake catering in Gay Street.
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Memorial gatherings
- Ashes ceremonies
Slow-roasted pork in Gay Street
Funeral wake catering in Gay Street, carved to order
Wakes in Gay Street happen at homes, halls, clubs and pubs. We need an outdoor spot to cook, and we serve indoors where the venue allows. For wakes in village halls and celebration-of-life gatherings, we can cook new potatoes, salads and apple sauce and more.
In a small place like Gay Street, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. We plan the timings around your day, because the roast has to start hours before you eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
- Area
- Gay Street (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Also available
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- A level outdoor area
- A safe distance from the hall
- A friend or relative we can call
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- New potatoes
Towns and villages near Gay Street
Also in Gay Street
How the day works
When we arrive, we position the roaster under cover and get the hog cooking. It then roasts slowly for several hours, worked back from your serving time. In winter, it is dark in Gay Street by about 3:55pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting by the food. In summer, there’s daylight until about 9:20pm.
- Contact us as soon as you have a date.
- We confirm the space.
- We set up and roast on the day.
- We serve quietly.
- We leave the venue tidy.
How to prepare
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or RH20 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
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What comes off the roaster
Roast pork
Slow-roasted pork is the heart of the menu: carved thick or thin, as people like it, and served hot.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, served in a roll with salads.
Occasions we serve in Gay Street
We serve calmly and clear away discreetly.
We’re regularly asked to cater all sorts of events around Gay Street, such as:
- Ashes ceremonies
- Remembrance days
- Wakes at a local club
- Memorial events
If relatives are coming by rail, the nearest station is Pulborough station, about 2.7 miles south-west.
Before you book anyone
- Allergen information for every dish
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
Wakes in Gay Street: venues and practical details
Gay Street is about 9 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We cover Gay Street and its neighbours for wakes. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 17 miles away.
Gay Street is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
Here we cover the RH20 postcode area, so your wake can be anywhere in it. Close by, we cover wakes in North Heath (1 mile north-west), Nutbourne (1 mile south), Broomershill (1 mile south-west), West Chiltington (2 miles south) and Codmore Hill (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (15 miles north-east), Horsham (9 miles north-east), Worthing (11 miles south), Burgess Hill (15 miles east), Littlehampton (12 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles south-east).
Within reach you will find The Mens.
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
Compared with sandwich platters, a hog roast is a warm meal, especially in colder months. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why Gay Street hosts choose us
- Sides to make it a full meal
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Timed around your day
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Common questions in Gay Street
How far is Gay Street from London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Gay Street?
Pulborough station, about 2.7 miles south-west of the centre.
Can you cater at home?
Homes, halls, clubs and venues, as long as there’s an outdoor spot to cook.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
How big a hog will we need?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we’ll talk it through when we quote.
Do we need to provide electricity?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it.
What about guests who do not eat pork?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. We do not offer halal meat.
What should we sort out beforehand?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We’ll bring the rest.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Some guests won’t eat pork, so it’s worth adding an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Count anyone who doesn’t eat pork
Name a friend or relative as our contact, so the immediate family isn’t disturbed.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Organising for someone else?
Marquee hire companies often have rules about cooking near their tents, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
If you’re booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We’ll fit in with site rules.
Prices and what affects them
Things that change the price:
- Access to the cooking area
- Whether you want china
- How many people are eating
- The journey to the venue
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Details that help
To get the best quote, tell us:
- An estimate of numbers
- A picture of the cooking area
- Your date and serving time
- Rules from the venue or landowner
It is easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards