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Funeral Wake Catering for Herne Pound
Planning a hog roast for the wake in Herne Pound? The roaster comes to your venue, home or workplace and cooks under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
- One-year memorials
- Wakes in village halls
- Family meals after a funeral
Book a hog roast in Herne Pound
About our funeral wake catering in Herne Pound
Wakes in Herne Pound happen at homes, halls, clubs and pubs. We need an outdoor spot to cook, and the food can be served inside. Typical bookings include gatherings after a cremation and one-year memorials, serving salads, rotisserie chicken and apple sauce.
In a small place like Herne Pound, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. We plan the timings around your day, working back from when you want to eat.
Who books funeral wake catering in Herne Pound?
It copes with timings that shift.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast in Herne Pound. Typical bookings include:
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Remembrance gatherings
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Celebrations of life
If the funeral is at a church such as St Lawrence's Church, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Before you book anyone
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Any travel or access charges
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- What crockery is supplied
What a hog roast costs
There’s no fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- Site access
- Time on site
- Whether you want china
- Menu choices and extras
A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Getting an accurate quote
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rough numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
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.
Allergies and dietary needs
Most people love a hog roast, but it’s pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
Our staff are discreet and respectful.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Herne Pound: halls, homes and travel
Herne Pound is about 6 miles north-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. Our roaster is a regular sight at wakes around Herne Pound, from gardens to fields. Herne Pound is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Herne Pound to London (26 miles away).
If relatives are coming by rail, the nearest station is Wateringbury station, about 2.2 miles south-east.
Wakes anywhere in ME18 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Local streets include Butcher's Lane and Beech Road; a wake on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Nearby, we also cater wakes in Kent Street (1 mile north-east), Mereworth (1 mile south), New Pound (1 mile west), Swanton (1 mile south-west) and Pizien Well (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (6 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (8 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (11 miles north) and Tonbridge (6 miles south-west).
A little further out are Beechin Wood Archery Museum (2.4 miles north-west) and Leybourne Castle (3.3 miles north-east).
- Nearby, you will find The Queens Head Public House (less than half a mile south)
How the day works
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, set up under cover and start roasting, the roast cooks gently through the day, and we carve and serve at the agreed time. Summer evenings in Herne Pound stay light until about 9:20pm, so a garden gathering works well.
- It starts with the date, venue and when people are expected.
- We confirm availability and send a price.
- We set up and roast while you’re at the service.
- We serve quietly as people gather.
- We tidy up and leave without fuss.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know about tight access
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or ME18 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will check the date and send a quote. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Herne Pound questions
Could you cook in Manor Park Country Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
We are gathering after a service at St Lawrence's Church: can you cater?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with room to cook outside. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Where does the hog roast go?
A flat, open spot outside, and a way to wheel everything in. Send us a photo if you are unsure.
Do you serve rolls or plates?
Plates come as standard, and china is available on request.
What do you need from us on the day?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We’ll bring the rest.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
We do our best at short notice. Send the date and venue for a quick answer.
Do you come to Herne Pound?
Yes, Herne Pound is in our area. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Space, access and the venue
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Before booking, check:
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
- Parking close by for our vehicle
- A safe distance from the hall
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
From the roaster
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
Nearby places to Herne Pound
Other occasions in Herne Pound
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Some families mix a hog roast with cakes brought by friends, which is fine with us. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why Herne Pound hosts choose us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Served at the time you choose
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Our staff serve and clear
Take a look at our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
About the food
Roast pork
Slow-roasted pork is the heart of the menu: carved in front of you, a mix of shoulder and leg, and served hot.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards