Kent · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Harbourland, Kent
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the wake in Harbourland and the surrounding area.
- Celebrations of life
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Anniversary memorials
Funeral wake catering in Harbourland
Why choose funeral wake catering in Harbourland?
The family can spend time with guests.
In Harbourland and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Ashes ceremonies
- Life celebrations
- Wakes at a local club
After a service at St Paul's Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Before booking anyone
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether plates or china are included
- What the price includes, item by item
Funeral wake catering in Harbourland, slow-roasted on site
Services can run over, and that’s fine: a cooked roast can be held for a while. Name someone we can call on the day. Whether it’s pub and club wakes and wakes at home, we can cook rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and apple sauce for your guests.
For a wake near Harbourland, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well, with the roaster in the yard or garden. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We’ll fit in with site rules.
Nearby places to Harbourland
Other occasions in Harbourland
Questions from Harbourland
How far is Harbourland from London?
About 31 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is Harbourland too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We will confirm what comes with it and how to use it.
How long does the roast need?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
Can you cater in Harbourland?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Harbourland and the rest of Kent included. Send us the address for a quote.
Who serves?
We carve and serve for you, then clear the serving area afterwards.
How much will it be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we’re on site. Tell us your date and we will send a price.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear the serving area, and we take our equipment with us.
What we serve, dish by dish
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls make a hog roast easy to eat anywhere. Gluten-free rolls can be provided on request.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
- Keep the alternatives labelled
- Count anyone who doesn’t eat pork
We arrive in good time and roast quietly, well away from the entrance.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
How it works
On the day, we set up the roaster on the agreed spot, put the cover up and start the roast. It then roasts slowly for several hours, timed so it is ready when you want to eat. Summer evenings in Harbourland stay light until about 9:15pm, so a garden gathering works well.
- Contact us when the date is set.
- We check the cooking spot with the venue.
- We cook on site.
- We serve quietly.
- We tidy up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Think about shelter for your guests
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A level outdoor area
- A safe distance from the hall
- Space inside for guests
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
How we price a hog roast for the wake
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Time on site
- Plates or china
- Which meats and sides you choose
- The journey to the venue
UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. Every event gets its own quote, so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
Details that help
When you get in touch, it helps to include:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- The address or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and when you’d like to eat
If you’re comparing hog roast caterers for Harbourland, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
After a funeral in Harbourland
Harbourland is about 2 miles north of Maidstone, in Kent. Harbourland and the surrounding area are covered for wakes. We cater 922 places across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 23 miles away.
Relatives arriving by train should know that Maidstone East station, about 1.3 miles south-west, is the nearest station. Harbourland is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Anywhere in ME14, we can roast on site for your guests. For wakes just outside Harbourland, we cover Penenden Heath (1 mile south), Foley Park (1 mile south), Grove Green (1 mile south-east), Ringlestone (1 mile west) and Sandling (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Sittingbourne (9 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles west), Gravesend (12 miles north-west), Tonbridge (13 miles south-west), Faversham (15 miles east) and Northfleet (13 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include KIMS hospital (0.9 miles south-east) and Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum (1.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Harbourland include Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
- Nearby schools include Valley Park School (1.2 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The King's Arms (0.7 miles north)
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with a cold buffet, a warm plated meal is more comforting. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Why book our hog roast in Harbourland
- Served at the time you choose
- An itemised quote
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards