Hampshire · England
Funeral Wake Catering for Hurstbourne Tarrant
Funeral wake catering in Hurstbourne Tarrant: pork roasted slowly for hours at your venue, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Wakes at home
- Memorial gatherings
- Church and village hall wakes
Funeral wake catering in Hurstbourne Tarrant
Wakes in Hurstbourne Tarrant: venues and practical details
Hurstbourne Tarrant is about 5 miles north of Andover, in Hampshire. We’re happy to travel to Hurstbourne Tarrant for wakes and the places nearby. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 24 miles away.
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Peter, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Here we cover the SP11 postcode area, so your wake can be anywhere in it. That could mean a wake in a garden on The Crescent, Dean Rise and Dines Meadow, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Close by, we cover wakes in Ibthorpe (1 mile north-west), Stoke (2 miles south-east), Upper Enham (2 miles south-west), Little London (2 miles south) and Wildhern (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (15 miles east), Andover (5 miles south), Tadley (14 miles east), Tidworth (10 miles west), Weeke (15 miles south) and Kempshott (14 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Finkley Down Farm Museum (3.9 miles south) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Pilot Hill.
- Nearby, you will find George And Dragon Public House (within half a mile south-west)
About our funeral wake catering in Hurstbourne Tarrant
Services can run over, and that’s fine: we will hold the food until people arrive. Name someone we can call on the day. Whether it’s one-year memorials and gatherings after a cremation, we will put together a menu of salads, apple sauce and new potatoes and more.
Near Hurstbourne Tarrant, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed.
How it works
On the day, we set up the roaster on the agreed spot, put the cover up and start the roast. From there it cooks low and slow for hours, worked back from your serving time. Most wakes in Hurstbourne Tarrant are held in the afternoon, so light is rarely a problem, though in December it is dark by about 4:00pm.
- Share the date, place and rough numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a price.
- The roast cooks while the service is under way.
- We serve when everyone arrives, calmly and without fuss.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Let us know about tight access
Getting a price
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your wake: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Where the roaster can go in Hurstbourne Tarrant
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Permission from the hall or venue
- A level outdoor area
- One contact on the day
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
From the roaster
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
Planning the wake in Hurstbourne Tarrant
Alternatives are available.
Here’s what people in Hurstbourne Tarrant most frequently book a hog roast for:
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Memorial gatherings
- Celebrations of life
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Andover station is about 4.9 miles away.
What your quote should include
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- A clear list of what’s included
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether plates or china are included
Hurstbourne Tarrant: your questions answered
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Peter: can you cater?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Do you come out to small places like Hurstbourne Tarrant?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
We do, if you’re happy to roast and carve yourself. We’ll explain the details with your quote.
Do you need anything from the family?
Just the venue, rough numbers and a contact for the day. We bring everything else.
How much will it be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Send us the details and we’ll quote.
How quickly can you cater a wake?
Normally. Get in touch when the date is set and we’ll tell you quickly.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We pack everything away after service, so you are not left with the mess.
How much room do you need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We’ll confirm the space with your quote.
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About the food
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Coleslaw is the natural partner for a pork roll, while salads and potatoes make a plated meal.
Planning for dietary needs
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
- Plates are easier for older guests than rolls
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Keep the alternatives labelled
We arrive in good time and roast quietly, out of the way of arriving guests.
Rotisserie chicken is a good alternative for those who do not eat pork.
For planners, venues and organisers
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we’ll tell you what we can send.
Why choose a hog roast in Hurstbourne Tarrant?
If the venue has its own caterer, ask whether outside caterers are allowed. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Planned to your running order
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
See how we price or our hog roast cost guide.
What a hog roast costs
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The journey to the venue
- Plates or china
- How many people are eating
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so we list each one in the quote. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Details that help
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The venue or postcode
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Your date and serving time
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.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away