Kent · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Iwade, Kent
Plenty of choice: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Book a hog roast for the wake in Iwade.
- Wakes at a local club
- Remembrance days
- Ashes ceremonies
Slow-roasted pork in Iwade
About our funeral wake catering in Iwade
We know families have a lot to arrange: one call, one quote and quiet, reliable service. Typical bookings include ashes ceremonies and wakes in village halls, serving salads, roast pork in rolls or on plates and halloumi skewers.
In Iwade, the hall or the family home is a natural choice. Let us know where the roaster could go. Our chef carves in front of your guests, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling.
What we serve, dish by dish
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
Roast pork
Our chef carves the pork as it is needed, which keeps it hot and moist right to the last roll.
Nearby places to Iwade
What else we do in Iwade
Working with your venue
If you are booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We’ll fit in with site rules.
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we will tell you what we can send.
Questions from Iwade
How far is Iwade from London?
About 36 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you do a hog roast in Milton Creek Country Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
How long does the roast need?
Hours rather than minutes. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
How quickly can you cater a wake?
Generally. Contact us as soon as you have a date and we’ll tell you quickly.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
DIY machine hire is available. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Can you do gluten-free?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we’ll bring them. We’ll give you full allergen information for every dish.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
Do you need power or water?
Cooking is gas-fired, so no mains power is needed for the roast. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Where the roaster can go in Iwade
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- A level outdoor area
- Space away from the building and any trees
- Space inside for guests
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
A hog roast can sit alongside cakes and tea, which is fine with 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. We quote every event individually, with everything listed.
What you get with us
- A clear quote with everything listed
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
How we price a hog roast for the wake
The price comes down to:
- Crockery choices
- Site access
- The number of people
- Travel to Iwade
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.
What we need to know
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Your menu choices
- Allergies we should know about
- The date and time of the event
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or ME9 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Looking after everyone
Most people love a hog roast, but it’s pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Keep the alternatives labelled
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Count anyone who does not eat pork
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
We hold the food if people are delayed.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Occasions we serve in Iwade
The family can spend time with guests.
However big or small the event in Iwade, a slow roast goes a long way. Bookings frequently include:
- Wakes at a local club
- Memorial events
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Ashes ceremonies
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of All Saints, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
What to look for in a quote
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Staffing on the day
- Plates, china and cutlery
- A clear list of what’s included
Arranging a wake in Iwade
Iwade is about 2 miles north of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Our roaster is a regular sight at wakes around Iwade, from gardens to fields. We bring hog roasts to all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Iwade to Canterbury (about 17 miles away).
A club or hall near Iwade gives space for everyone and outdoor room for the roaster. Relatives arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Kemsley station, about 1 mile south.
Here we cover the ME9 postcode area. Local streets include The Street, Sheerstone and Sheppey Way; a wake on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. We also bring hog roasts to wakes in Howt Green (1 mile south), Kemsley (1 mile south-east), Milton Regis (2 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (2 miles south) and Murston (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles south-west), Whitstable (13 miles east), Faversham (8 miles south-east), Minster (4 miles north-east), Davington (8 miles south-east) and Foley Park (11 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Court Hall Museum (1.8 miles south) and Castle Rough (1.5 miles south-east).
- Schools near Iwade include Westlands School (2.4 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find The Woolpack pub (within half a mile north)
- Local facilities include Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (1.8 miles south)
What happens on the day
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. Summer evenings in Iwade stay light until about 9:15pm, so a garden gathering works well.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a simple quote.
- The roast cooks while you are at the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We clear away discreetly.
How to prepare
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Send final numbers in good time
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Ask for a quote
When you’re weighing up caterers, ask each one exactly what’s included. We spell it out in ours. For a quote, use our quote form.
Read more
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards