West Berkshire · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Goose Hill, West Berkshire
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast for the wake makes the food part of your wake in Goose Hill.
- Remembrance gatherings
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Anniversary memorials
Funeral wake catering in Goose Hill
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Plates are easier for older guests than rolls
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
We set up quietly and start the roast early, well away from the entrance.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
How our funeral wake catering works in Goose Hill
We roast quietly on site while the service takes place, so food is ready when people arrive. Our staff serve calmly and clear away discreetly. Popular choices include roast pork in rolls or on plates, halloumi skewers and salads, and typical bookings are for ashes ceremonies and memorial gatherings.
Near Goose Hill, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. We plan the timings around your day, because the roast has to start hours before you eat.
- Location
- Goose Hill (RG19)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- On the menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Alongside
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
How we price a hog roast for the wake
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Plates or china
- How long the roast and service take
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Which meats and sides you choose
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, so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quick, accurate price, send us:
- Where the event is
- Your date and serving time
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- Which meats and sides you’d like
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with a venue’s set menu, a hog roast at a hall is frequently simpler. A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Why us?
- All the equipment comes with us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Our staff serve and clear
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Organising for someone else?
Event organisers frequently ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
How it works
When we arrive, we position the roaster under cover and get the hog cooking. From there it cooks low and slow for hours, timed so it is ready when you want to eat. Autumn and winter afternoons in Goose Hill get dark early: about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December, so a later wake may need lighting outside.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough numbers.
- We reply quickly with a price.
- We roast quietly during the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We clear away discreetly.
Preparing for the day
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Gather dietary requirements early
Getting a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- A hall or room for eating
- A level outdoor area
- A short route for the equipment
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Rotisserie chicken
Your questions about a hog roast for the wake in Goose Hill
How far is Goose Hill from London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Goose Hill?
The closest is Thatcham station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
Yes, for confident cooks. Ask and we will talk you through it.
How do we prepare?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
How quickly can you cater a wake?
Often, yes. Contact us as soon as you have a date and we will tell you quickly.
Can you wait?
We wait: we hold the food until people arrive.
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 roast in the rain?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
Wakes in Goose Hill: venues and practical details
Goose Hill is about 3 miles south-east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. We cater wakes across Goose Hill and nearby, from gardens to fields. Goose Hill is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 12 miles away.
For family travelling by train, the closest railway station is Thatcham station, roughly 2.3 miles north of the centre.
Wakes anywhere in RG19 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and roughly how many guests. Other places close to Goose Hill we cover include Mill Green (1 mile west), Plastow Green (1 mile south-west), Crookham (1 mile north-east), Hyde End (1 mile north-east) and Headley (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in Newbury (5 miles north-west), Thatcham (3 miles north-west), Burghfield Common (8 miles east), Speenhamland (5 miles north-west), Hungerford (13 miles west) and Spencers Wood (11 miles east).
Nearby you will also find West Berkshire Community Hospital (4.1 miles north-west) and Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.3 miles west). Open spaces near Goose Hill include Thatcham Reed Beds.
- Nearby schools include Cheam School (1.4 miles south-west) and The Hurst School (2.4 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Travellers Friend pub (1 mile north)
A closer look at the menu
Roast pork
Slow-roasted pork is the heart of the menu: carved in front of you, a mix of shoulder and leg, straight from the roaster.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, perfect for eating on the move. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
Who books funeral wake catering in Goose Hill?
Hearty food that most people like, just right after a funeral.
Our roaster has been booked for all sorts of events around Goose Hill, such as:
- Gatherings at the family home
- Wakes at a local club
- Remembrance days
- Gatherings after a cremation
For a service at a church like Church of St Paul, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Questions to ask before booking
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- How many staff will carve and serve
- The full menu and the sides
Also near Goose Hill
Also in Goose Hill
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away