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Funeral Wake Catering for Goodmayes
We bring a hog roast for the wake to Goodmayes and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Remembrance days
- Remembrance gatherings
- Family get-togethers after a service
A hog roast near Goodmayes
Funeral wake catering in Goodmayes, 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 halloumi skewers, roast pork in rolls or on plates and salads, and we are regularly asked to cater memorial gatherings and gatherings after a cremation.
In Goodmayes, a hall with outdoor space is often the easiest option. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
- Area
- Goodmayes (IG3, RM8, RM6)
- County
- Greater London
- Menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Working with your venue
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Keep the alternatives labelled
One contact for the day helps, so the immediate family isn’t disturbed.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
Why choose a hog roast in Goodmayes?
Compared with family members cooking, we take the cooking off the family’s hands. Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so we list each one in the quote. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Why us?
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- All the equipment comes with us
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Our staff serve and clear
Read our prices page or the cost guide.
Also near Goodmayes
Also in Goodmayes
Where the roaster can go in Goodmayes
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Before booking, check:
- One contact on the day
- Somewhere indoors for people to eat
- Clearance from walls and branches
Goodmayes is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access can be tight: let us know how we reach the cooking spot and where we can park.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Goodmayes
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
About the food
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sage and onion stuffing and apple sauce are the classic partners, balancing the rich, salty pork.
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.
Goodmayes: your questions answered
Can you get a hog roast into a London garden in Goodmayes?
Frequently, if there is a rear gate, a front garden or a yard we can use. Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What’s the nearest station to Goodmayes?
Goodmayes station, in Goodmayes itself.
What’s the price?
Every booking is quoted individually, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Ask us for a quote.
How much room do you need?
A flat, open spot outside, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. Send us a picture if you are unsure.
What if things run late?
We work back from when you want to eat, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Hours rather than minutes. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
Do you need anything from the family?
Just the venue, rough numbers and a contact for the day. We bring everything else.
How we price a hog roast for the wake
We do not use a fixed price list, since every event is different. The main factors are:
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Site access
- The number of people
- The journey to the venue
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
These are the details we need:
- A photo of the cooking area
- Where the event is
- An estimate of numbers
- Any venue rules
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your wake: fill in our quote form.
Wakes in Goodmayes: venues and practical details
Goodmayes is about 2 miles north of Barking, in Greater London. Our roaster is a regular sight at wakes around Goodmayes, from gardens to fields. We bring hog roasts to 764 places in Greater London. Our nearest city page is London, about 10 miles away.
For family travelling by train, Goodmayes has its own station, Goodmayes station. Relatives driving in can use the A1083 to reach Goodmayes.
Here we cover the IG3, RM8 and RM6 postcode area, so your wake can be anywhere in it. From High Road, Green Lane and Essex Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the roaster to you. Being close to the A1083, Goodmayes is simple for us to get to. Other places close to Goodmayes we cover include Aldborough Hatch (1 mile north), Chadwell Heath (2 miles north-east), Becontree (2 miles south-east), Becontree Heath (2 miles east) and Castle Green (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in London (10 miles south-west), City of Westminster (12 miles west), Marylebone (12 miles west), Kensington (14 miles west), St Pancras (10 miles west) and Shoreditch (9 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Goodmayes Hospital (0.9 miles north) and Redbridge Museum (1.7 miles west). Within reach you will find Hollow Pond and Scrattons Eco Park.
- Nearby schools include Mayfield School (under half a mile east)
- Nearby, you will find The Eva Hart pub (0.9 miles north-east)
- Other local spots include Dagenham (1.8 miles east)
The process
Carving is part of the show: our chef carves the pork in front of the queue, and the crackling is shared out so everyone gets some. In late September, sunset in Goodmayes is about 7:05pm; in December, about 3:50pm, so a later wake may need lighting outside.
- You tell us the date, the venue, rough numbers and when people will arrive.
- You get a quick answer on the date, and a quote.
- The roast cooks while the service is under way.
- We serve quietly as people gather.
- We clear away discreetly.
Before we arrive
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
Ask for a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
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Events we cater in Goodmayes
One roast feeds everyone together, so people can sit and talk.
Here’s what people in Goodmayes most often book a hog roast for:
- Memorial events
- Wakes in village halls
- Anniversary memorials
- Family meals after a funeral
Local halls and clubs near Goodmayes can host a wake if home is too small.
Comparing caterers
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Staffing on the day
- What crockery is supplied
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away