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Funeral Wake Catering for Hammill Park
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Funeral wake catering in Hammill Park.
- Family meals after a funeral
- Ashes ceremonies
- Anniversary memorials
Planning an event in Hammill Park?
The process
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and get on with roasting and serving. In winter, it is dark in Hammill Park by about 3:50pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting by the food. In summer, there is daylight until about 9:15pm.
- Get in touch when the date is set.
- We confirm the space.
- We cook on site.
- Our staff serve without fuss.
- We leave the venue tidy.
How to prepare
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Let us know about tight access
- Send final numbers in good time
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
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About our funeral wake catering in Hammill Park
Some families choose a hog roast because it was a favourite. Tell us what matters to you and we will do our best. Popular choices include roast pork in rolls or on plates, salads and halloumi skewers, and typical bookings are for ashes ceremonies and memorial events.
In a small place like Hammill Park, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. You will know what’s included before you book: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
How we price a hog roast for the wake
Here’s what affects the price:
- How many people are eating
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Crockery choices
- Distance from us
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. Every event gets its own quote, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, please mention:
- Roughly how many people
- What the outdoor space is like
- Any venue rules
- Your menu choices
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
After a funeral in Hammill Park
Hammill Park is about 5 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. From village halls to gardens and fields, wakes around Hammill Park suit a hog roast. Hammill Park is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 9 miles away.
If relatives are coming by rail, Sandwich station is about 2.7 miles away. Hammill Park is within about 6 miles of the sea, and coastal halls can be breezy, so we choose a sheltered cooking spot.
We cover wakes in every part of CT13. That could mean a wake in a garden on Elizabeth Drive and Colliery Lane, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Flemings (1 mile north), Heronden (1 mile south), Barnsole (1 mile north-west), Coombe (1 mile north) and Staple (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (9 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (8 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
A little further out are White Mill (2.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Hammill Park include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Local schools include Sandwich Technology School (2.3 miles east)
Also in Hammill Park
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Plates are easier for older guests than rolls
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
We set up quietly and start the roast early, well away from the entrance.
Let us know if there’s something the person especially liked.
Planning the cooking spot
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Before booking, check:
- Space away from the building and any trees
- Approval from the landlord or committee
- A level outdoor area
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Hammill Park
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and tell us what they ask for.
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Planning the wake in Hammill Park
It feeds everyone at once, so people can eat and share memories.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Hammill Park and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Remembrance gatherings
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Whether travel is included
The menu, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, so halloumi and vegetable skewers make sure they’re not left with just salad.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes turn rolls into a full meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Why choose a hog roast in Hammill Park?
Some families mix a hog roast with cakes brought by friends. Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why book our hog roast in Hammill Park
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Our staff serve and clear
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Common questions in Hammill Park
Do you come out to small places like Hammill Park?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Mary the Virgin: can you cater?
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. Send us the address.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
What space does the roaster need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A photo helps.
Is mains power needed?
Cooking is gas-fired, so no mains power is needed for the roast. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
What do we need to organise?
Just the venue, rough numbers and a contact for the day. We bring everything else.
Do you cover Hammill Park?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Hammill Park and Kent. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards