Hampshire · England
Funeral Wake Catering in Grateley
Plenty of choice: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, with salads and potatoes on the side. Book a hog roast for the wake in Grateley.
- One-year memorials
- Remembrance gatherings
- Church and village hall wakes
Funeral wake catering for Grateley
About our funeral wake catering in Grateley
A wake might be at home, a village or church hall, a club or a pub. Wherever it is, the roaster cooks outdoors under cover, and the food can be served inside. We are frequently asked to cater wakes at home and anniversary memorials, with new potatoes, apple sauce and salads.
For a wake near Grateley, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the roaster in the yard or garden. We bring the roaster, the cover and everything we need to cook and serve, and we pack away and leave the area as we found it.
About the food
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.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, served in a roll with salads.
Wake catering near Grateley
Grateley is about 6 miles south-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Our roaster is a regular sight at wakes around Grateley, from gardens to fields. We cover 683 places in Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 20 miles away.
For a service at a church like Church of St Leonard, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
We cater wakes across SP11. Local streets include High Street, Station Road and Hawthorne Close; a wake on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Palestine (1 mile south-west), Quarley (1 mile north), Fox (1 mile north-east), Amport (2 miles north-east) and Kentsboro (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (6 miles north-east), Romsey (14 miles south-east), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles north-west) and Weeke (14 miles south-east).
A little further out are Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.4 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Winterbourne Downs RSPB reserve and Quarley Hill.
- Local pubs include The Plough Inn (within half a mile south-east)
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
If the hall or pub provides food, check whether we can cater there. Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so we list each one in the quote. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Why us?
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Read how we price or our hog roast cost guide.
Planning the wake in Grateley
One roast feeds everyone together, so people can eat and share memories.
In Grateley and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Remembrance days
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Family meals after a funeral
- Home wakes
If relatives are coming by rail, the nearest station is Grateley station, about 0.9 miles south-west.
What your quote should include
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
Grateley: your questions answered
Can you cater after a service at Church of St Leonard?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Churches rarely have space for a hog roast, so the food is typically elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Is Grateley too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What if things run late?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and a cooked roast can be held for a while if things run late.
What’s included?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Do you clear up?
We pack everything away after service, so you’re not left with the mess.
Do we need our own staff?
We carve and serve for you, then clear the serving area afterwards.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. We can often serve indoors if the venue agrees.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
We do our best at short notice. Send the date and venue for a quick answer.
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Planning for dietary needs
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
We arrive in good time and roast quietly, well away from the entrance.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
How the day works
The roaster cooks outdoors, under a gazebo on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and trees. We agree exactly where before the day. For a summer wake in Grateley, there’s light until about 9:25pm, so a garden gathering works well.
- Get in touch when the date is set.
- We confirm the space.
- We set up and roast on the day.
- Our staff serve without fuss.
- We tidy up and go.
Before we arrive
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
Get a quote
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the wake is and roughly how many. A picture of the cooking area helps. Fill in our quote form.
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For event organisers in Grateley
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and tell us what they ask for.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Before you choose a spot
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, and a little planning goes a long way:
- Parking close by for our vehicle
- A safe distance from the hall
- Somewhere indoors for people to eat
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Time on site
- How many people are eating
- Crockery choices
- Menu choices and extras
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Dietary requirements
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- The address or postcode
- Rough numbers
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
- 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
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards