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Funeral Wake Catering for Knatts Valley
Funeral wake catering in Knatts Valley: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Home wakes
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
Planning an event in Knatts Valley?
Arranging a wake in Knatts Valley
Knatts Valley is about 4 miles north-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. A hog roast suits wakes around Knatts Valley, whatever the venue. Knatts Valley is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. You can also see our page for London, about 19 miles away.
After a service at Church of Saint Mary the Virgin, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone. Knatts Valley is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
We bring hog roasts to wakes all over TN15 and the streets around it. Whether your wake is on Knatts Lane and Knatts Valley Road or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Nearby, we also cater wakes in East Hill (1 mile north-west), Woodlands (1 mile south), Romney Street (1 mile west), West Kingsdown (1 mile north-east) and Cotman's Ash (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles east), Dartford (8 miles north), Sevenoaks (4 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (9 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Sevenoaks Hospital (3.9 miles south-west) and Kemsing Castle Bank (2 miles south-west).
Funeral wake catering in Knatts Valley, slow-roasted on site
Roast pork with salads, new potatoes and coleslaw makes a proper meal. There are alternatives for those who do not eat pork. For scattering-of-ashes gatherings and gatherings after a cremation, we’ll put together a menu of roast pork in rolls or on plates, rotisserie chicken and new potatoes.
For a wake near Knatts Valley, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the roaster in the yard or garden. The hog is roasted on site at your wake, low and slow, for hours.
Places near Knatts Valley
Other occasions in Knatts Valley
What comes off the roaster
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes to make it a proper meal.
Roast pork
The hog roasts slowly for hours, so the meat is tender and juicy, and our chef carves it to order.
The process
Slow roasting is the whole point: hours of gentle heat make the pork soft and juicy while the skin crisps into crackling. Then it rests briefly before our chef carves. Most wakes in Knatts Valley are held in the afternoon, which is daylight for most of the year, though in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- 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 pack up quietly.
How to prepare
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Getting a price
The quickest way to get a price is to tell us the date, where the wake is and roughly how many. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose a hog roast in Knatts Valley?
Some families mix a hog roast with cakes brought by friends, which is fine with us. What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. A long, slow roast means an early start, which is built into the price.
What you get with us
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Our staff serve and clear
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
Take a look at our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
Working with your venue
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Let us know what your event requires and we will confirm what we can provide.
Before you choose a spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
- One contact on the day
- Flat ground outside the hall or house
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the roaster
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Salads
How we price a hog roast for the wake
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- How many people are eating
- Menu choices and extras
- Distance from us
- Access to the cooking area
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Dietary requirements
- Where the event is
- Rough numbers
- What the outdoor space is like
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.
Who books funeral wake catering in Knatts Valley?
It’s simple, warm, familiar food, which is what people want after a service.
Here’s what people in Knatts Valley most often book a hog roast for:
- Home wakes
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Remembrance gatherings
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the nearest station is Kemsing station, about 2.5 miles south.
Questions to ask before you book
- Any travel or access charges
- A clear list of what’s included
- The full menu and the sides
- How many staff will carve and serve
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Ask close family about dietary needs
We serve when people arrive, quietly and respectfully.
China crockery is available on request.
Your questions about a hog roast for the wake in Knatts Valley
We’re gathering after a service at Church of Saint Mary the Virgin: can you cater?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with room to cook outside. Churches rarely have space for a hog roast, so the food is generally elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
What’s the nearest station to Knatts Valley?
The closest is Kemsing station, roughly 2.5 miles away.
How much will it be?
Every booking is quoted individually, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Ask us for a quote.
Do you cover Knatts Valley?
We do. Send us the address and we will check the date.
Do you need power or water?
The roaster runs on gas, so we don’t need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Is there a non-pork option?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. Please note we don’t offer halal meat.
What should we sort out beforehand?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We’ll bring the rest.
What if things run late?
We work back from when you want to eat, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- 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