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Hog Roast for a Wake in Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex
Something for nearly everyone: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Funeral wake catering in Hurstpierpoint.
- Gatherings at the family home
- Remembrance gatherings
- Pub and club wakes
Book a hog roast in Hurstpierpoint
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
- Stuffing typically contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
Our staff are discreet and respectful throughout.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
How our funeral wake catering works in Hurstpierpoint
Wake catering across Hurstpierpoint and West Sussex, at homes, halls and venues. On the menu are apple sauce, halloumi skewers and salads, and typical bookings are for anniversary memorials and wakes at a local club.
For a wake in a place like Hurstpierpoint, the village hall is frequently the heart of it. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
- Where
- Hurstpierpoint (BN6)
- County
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Alongside
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Wakes in Hurstpierpoint: venues and practical details
Hurstpierpoint is about 3 miles south-west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We take a hog roast for the wake to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Hurstpierpoint. We cater all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 7 miles away.
After a service at Hurstpierpoint Baptist Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone. Hurstpierpoint is on or near the B2116, handy for relatives driving in. Hurstpierpoint is within about 3 miles of the South Downs National Park; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
We bring hog roasts to wakes all over BN6. Your wake could be at a house on High Street, Marchants Close and Marchants Road, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the roaster. Main roads around Hurstpierpoint include the B2116, which makes travel to your wake easy. Close by, we cover wakes in Hurst Wickham (1 mile east), Sayers Common (1 mile north-west), Hassocks (1 mile south-east), Keymer (2 miles south-east) and Goddards Green (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Crawley (12 miles north), Horsham (11 miles north-west), Worthing (12 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (6 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (3 miles north-east) and East Grinstead (15 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include The Dene Hospital (2.1 miles north) and Clayton Castle (2.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Wolstonbury Hill.
- Local schools include Downlands Community School (1.9 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Poacher pub (within half a mile south)
For event organisers in Hurstpierpoint
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Where the roaster can go in Hurstpierpoint
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- Space inside for guests
- Parking close by for our vehicle
- Clearance from walls and branches
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Hurstpierpoint
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
Planning the wake in Hurstpierpoint
Alternatives are available.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Here are some of the most popular:
- Wakes at home
- Remembrance days
- Life celebrations
- Pub and club wakes
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the closest railway station is Hassocks station, roughly 1.5 miles south-east of the centre.
Questions to ask before booking
- Any travel or access charges
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Whether VAT is included
- What the price includes, item by item
Prices and what affects them
Things that change the price:
- Distance from us
- How long the roast and service take
- Plates or china
- How many people are eating
What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. Slow roasting means we are on site for much of the day, and the quote reflects that.
Details that help
To get the best quote, send us:
- The date and time of the event
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- Rough numbers
When you’re weighing up caterers, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. To get yours, send us your details through our quote form.
Hurstpierpoint questions
Do you cater at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
What’s the nearest station to Hurstpierpoint?
The closest is Hassocks station, roughly 1.5 miles away.
Can you wait?
That is fine: a cooked roast can be held for a while.
How big a hog will we need?
We size the roast to your numbers, so a good estimate matters. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
Who serves?
You don’t need anyone else: our chef carves and our team serves and clears.
Can you cater in Hurstpierpoint?
Yes, Hurstpierpoint is in our area. Send us the address and we will check the date.
What happens in bad weather?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
A hog roast or other catering?
If the hall or pub provides food, check whether we can cater there. Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so each one is itemised. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
What you get with us
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
See our pricing and the cost guide.
What we serve, dish by dish
Roast pork
Hours of slow roasting make the pork soft and full of flavour, and it is carved fresh as people come up.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sharp, sweet apple sauce and savoury sage and onion stuffing are the traditional pairing. Stuffing normally contains gluten.
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How the day works
We cook on a gas-fired roaster, so we do not need mains power to cook; a nearby socket helps with lights if service runs into the evening. For a summer wake in Hurstpierpoint, there is light until about 9:20pm, so a garden gathering works well.
- Share the date, place and numbers.
- We reply quickly with a price.
- We roast quietly during the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We clear away discreetly.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Gather dietary requirements early
Get a quote
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your wake for a quote: use our quote form.
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- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away