Hampshire · England
Funeral Wake Catering in Little Ann
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast for the wake in Little Ann and across Hampshire.
- Wakes at a local club
- Wakes at home
- Life celebrations
Book a hog roast in Little Ann
A closer look at the menu
Roast pork
The hog roasts slowly for hours, so the meat is tender and juicy, and our chef carves it to order.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Stuffing and a dollop of apple sauce turn a pork roll into a hog roast roll, just as they should.
Funeral wake catering in Little Ann, slow-roasted on site
Wakes are often arranged at short notice. Contact us as soon as you have a date, and we will give you a quick answer. We serve salads, roast pork in rolls or on plates and new potatoes, and we’re frequently booked for gatherings after a cremation and wakes at home.
In rural Little Ann, home or the hall is usual, with the roaster in the yard or garden. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish.
Little Ann questions
Which station is closest to Little Ann?
Andover station, about 2 miles north-east of the centre.
Is Little Ann close to London?
Roughly 65 miles from the centre of London.
Do you serve rolls or plates?
Both are possible: plates with sides or simple rolls.
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.
What about guests who don’t eat pork?
There are chicken, vegetarian and vegan alternatives. We don’t offer halal meat.
What happens after service?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
When do you start roasting?
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.
What about guests who do not eat pork?
There are lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options: spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan burger or sausage. We do not offer halal meat.
Arranging a wake in Little Ann
Little Ann is about 2 miles south-west of Andover, in Hampshire. A hog roast suits wakes around Little Ann, whatever the venue. We bring hog roasts to all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 19 miles away.
After a service at Church of St Mary the Virgin, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
For wakes in SP11, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. From Salisbury Road, The Old Coach Road and Old Salisbury Road or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Other places close to Little Ann we cover include Abbotts Ann (1 mile west), Anna Valley (1 mile north-east), Red Rice (1 mile south), Monxton (2 miles north-west) and Amport (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (13 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (15 miles south), Romsey (14 miles south), Hyde (12 miles south-east), Tidworth (7 miles north-west) and Weeke (11 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.2 miles north-east) and Andover Museum (2.4 miles north-east). The countryside around Little Ann includes Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
- Nearby schools include Redrice School (1 mile south) and John Hanson Community School (1.4 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Eagle pub (0.5 miles west)
Why choose a hog roast in Little Ann?
Compared with sandwich platters, a hog roast is a warm meal, especially in colder months. Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
What you get with us
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Our staff serve and clear
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
See our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
Working with your venue
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
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How it works
Serving is straightforward: the chef carves and the team serves, and sides go out at the same time. Afterwards we clear the serving area and pack away. Most wakes in Little Ann are held in the afternoon, so light is rarely a problem, though in December it is dark by about 4:00pm.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough numbers.
- We reply quickly with a price.
- The roast cooks while you’re at the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We pack up quietly.
Preparing for the day
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
Getting a price
The quickest way to get a price is to send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Use our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
Things that change the price:
- Time on site
- Menu choices and extras
- Distance from us
- The number of people
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
When you enquire, please mention:
- Dietary requirements
- Rough numbers
- A picture of the cooking area
- The date and time of the event
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
It’s worth planning the cooking area in advance. The ideal spot has:
- Permission from the hall or venue
- A level outdoor area
- Clearance from walls and branches
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Little Ann
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
Who books funeral wake catering in Little Ann?
It copes with timings that shift.
In Little Ann and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Remembrance gatherings
- Celebrations of life
- Wakes at a local club
- One-year memorials
Relatives arriving by train should know that Andover station, about 2 miles north-east, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- Staffing on the day
- VAT, if it applies
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- The menu, including sides and any extras
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Keep the alternatives labelled
Food is served as everyone gathers, quietly and respectfully.
Ask about china.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards