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Funeral Wake Catering for Kingston by Sea
We bring a hog roast for the wake across Kingston by Sea and West Sussex, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Celebrations of life
- Wakes in village halls
- Remembrance days
Slow-roasted pork in Kingston by Sea
Arranging a wake in Kingston by Sea
Kingston by Sea is about 1 mile east of Shoreham-by-Sea, in West Sussex. We cater wakes across Kingston by Sea and nearby. Kingston by Sea is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover.
Families holding a service at St Michael and All Angels Church often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the roast can be ready. For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Southwick station, about 0.6 miles south, is the nearest station. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Kingston by Sea, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access. Kingston by Sea is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal halls can be breezy, so we choose a sheltered cooking spot.
Wherever your wake is in BN42 and BN43, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Cross Road, Roman Road and Kings Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Kingston by Sea is on the A270, which makes the journey straightforward. For wakes just outside Kingston by Sea, we cover Southwick (1 mile south-east), Portslade (1 mile east), Shoreham-by-Sea (1 mile west), Hangleton (2 miles east) and Old Shoreham (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (7 miles west), Haywards Heath (13 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (9 miles north-east), Littlehampton (13 miles west), Lancing (4 miles west) and Rustington (12 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include British Engineerium (2.8 miles east) and Southlands Hospital (0.7 miles west). The countryside around Kingston by Sea includes Shoreham Beach and Thundersbarrow Hill.
- Local schools include Shoreham Academy (within half a mile south-west) and Shoreham College (0.6 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Ship Inn (0.6 miles south-east)
Funeral wake catering near Kingston by Sea
For a celebration of life, a hog roast can reflect the person being remembered. Tell us what matters to you and we will do our best. Whether it’s family get-togethers after a service and wakes at a local club, we’ll put together a menu of halloumi skewers, roast pork in rolls or on plates and apple sauce for your guests.
Around Kingston by Sea, wakes are frequently at the village hall, a pub or home. Tell us about outdoor space for the roaster. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish before you book.
- Where
- Kingston by Sea (BN42, BN43)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
Marquee suppliers normally set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and tell us what they ask for.
Why choose a hog roast in Kingston by Sea?
Rather than relatives cooking, a catered hog roast lets everyone be together. Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Why book our hog roast in Kingston by Sea
- Served at the time you choose
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Our staff serve and clear
Looking after everyone
A hog roast is pork, so plan for anyone who does not eat it. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
We hold the food if people are delayed.
China crockery is available on request.
Your questions about a hog roast for the wake in Kingston by Sea
Can you do a hog roast in Benfield Hill?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
What’s the nearest station to Kingston by Sea?
Southwick station, about 0.6 miles south of the centre.
How big a hog will we need?
We plan quantities from the numbers you give us, and we will talk it through when we quote.
Can you work around our timings?
We will be as flexible as we can. Give us a contact on the day and we will adjust.
Can you do something else?
We can add alternatives for those who need them.
How long does the roast need?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it’s several hours. We will confirm our arrival time when we quote.
What do we need to organise?
Very little: the space and a contact.
What do you need from us on the day?
Only the space and a contact number. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
How we price a hog roast for the wake
The biggest factors are:
- Distance from us
- Numbers
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Time on site
The main driver is numbers: the price per head generally falls as numbers rise, since much of the cost is fixed.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- The date and time of the event
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Your menu choices
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the wake is and roughly how many. A photo of the cooking area helps. Fill in our quote form.
What the cooking area needs
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- A level outdoor area
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- Space inside for guests
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Kingston by Sea
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
Planning the wake in Kingston by Sea
Hearty food that most people like, just right after a funeral.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Kingston by Sea and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Celebrations of life
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Church and village hall wakes
- Anniversary memorials
With the A270 nearby, it’s easy for family travelling by car to reach Kingston by Sea.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- Travel and any London charges
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether VAT is included
What happens on the day
Expect a calm, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and get on with roasting and serving. Most wakes in Kingston by Sea are held in the afternoon, so light is rarely a problem, but by late December it is dark at about 3:55pm.
- You tell us the date, the venue, rough numbers and when people will arrive.
- We check the date and the cooking spot, then send a simple quote.
- We set up and roast while you’re at the service.
- Food is ready when people arrive.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
Preparing for the day
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
- Send final numbers in good time
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
How to get a price
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
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About the food
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Roast pork
Hours of slow roasting make the pork soft and full of flavour, and it’s carved fresh as people come up.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away