Kent · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Kingston, Kent
Planning a hog roast for the wake in Kingston? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and carve when you are ready to eat.
- Pub and club wakes
- Memorial gatherings
- Wakes in village halls
Funeral wake catering in Kingston
About our funeral wake catering in Kingston
Some families choose a hog roast because it was a favourite. Let us know if there’s anything special and we’ll try to help. For gatherings after a cremation and remembrance days, we can cook rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and roast pork in rolls or on plates and more.
In rural Kingston, home or the hall is usual, with the roaster in the yard or garden. Our chef carves in front of your guests, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp.
After a funeral in Kingston
Kingston is about 5 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. We cater wakes at gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Kingston and the surrounding area. We bring hog roasts to all 922 towns and villages in Kent.
If relatives are coming by rail, the closest railway station is Adisham station, roughly 2.7 miles north-east of the centre. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Kingston, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Here we cover the CT4 postcode area. Streets in the area include The Street, Church Lane and Covet Lane, and a wake on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Other places close to Kingston we cover include Out Elmstead (1 mile south-east), Barham (1 mile south-east), Marley (1 mile south-west), Bishopsbourne (1 mile north-west) and Derringstone (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Ashford (13 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south-east), Folkestone (9 miles south) and Ramsgate (14 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Kent and Canterbury Hospital (4.2 miles north-west).
- Nearby, you will find Black Robin Public House (under half a mile south-east)
The menu, dish by dish
Roast pork
We carve as we serve, which keeps it hot and moist right to the last roll.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and roast or jacket potatoes, depending on the season and the occasion.
What affects the price in Kingston
Here’s what affects the price:
- The journey to the venue
- Time on site
- Plates or china
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and the cooking area, we’ll need:
- The address or postcode
- Rough numbers
- Any venue rules
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
When you’re weighing up caterers, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. To get yours, fill in our quote form.
Also near Kingston
Also in Kingston
How the day works
Serving is straightforward: the chef carves and the team serves, and sides go out at the same time. When everyone has eaten, we clear up and leave the spot tidy. Late-December sunset in Kingston is about 3:50pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the serving area and the door helps. In summer, there is daylight until about 9:15pm.
- Contact us as soon as you have a date.
- We check the cooking spot with the venue.
- We set up and roast on the day.
- We serve quietly.
- We leave the venue tidy.
How to prepare
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
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Your questions about a hog roast for the wake in Kingston
How far is Kingston from London?
Roughly 57 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you do a hog roast in Jumping Downs?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you serve rolls or plates?
Either: rolls for a simple meal, plates with salads and potatoes for a fuller one.
Do we need our own staff?
No need for your own staff: we carve, serve and tidy up.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
Do you cater in village halls?
Homes, halls, clubs and venues, as long as there’s an outdoor spot to cook.
How big a hog will we need?
We size the roast to your numbers, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
Can you work around our timings?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and a cooked roast can be held for a while if things run late.
Planning the cooking spot
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Before booking, check:
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- A safe distance from the hall
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Kingston
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
For event organisers in Kingston
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Occasions we serve in Kingston
It’s simple, warm, familiar food, just right after a funeral.
We’re regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Kingston, including:
- Memorial gatherings
- Pub and club wakes
- Wakes in village halls
- Anniversary memorials
For a service at a church like Church of St Giles, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
What to look for in a quote
- Travel and any London charges
- A clear list of what’s included
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Allergen information for every dish
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Tips:
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
If the service runs late, we wait.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
Compared with a cold buffet, a warm plated meal is more comforting. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
What you get with us
- Carved to order by a chef
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- All the equipment comes with us
See how we price and our hog roast cost guide.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away