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Hog Roast for a Wake in Lower Dicker, East Sussex
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast for the wake in Lower Dicker and across East Sussex.
- Pub and club wakes
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Memorial gatherings
A hog roast near Lower Dicker
After a funeral in Lower Dicker
Lower Dicker is about 2 miles north-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. From village halls to gardens and fields, wakes around Lower Dicker suit a hog roast. We bring hog roasts to all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 16 miles away.
Relatives arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Berwick (Sussex) station, about 3.9 miles south-west. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Lower Dicker; tell us about access if the wake is somewhere rural.
We cover wakes in every part of BN27 and the streets around it. That could mean a wake in a garden on Hackhurst Lane, Diamond Drive and Court Lodge Close, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. For wakes just outside Lower Dicker, we cover Lower Horsebridge (1 mile east), Nash Street (1 mile north-west), Tile Hurst (1 mile south-east), Upper Dicker (1 mile south-west) and Upper Horsebridge (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Eastbourne (7 miles south-east), Hastings (15 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles east), Seaford (9 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles west) and Crowborough (12 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Sussex Farm Museum (3.5 miles north) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (1.8 miles east).
- Local schools include Bede's Prep School (1.4 miles south-west) and Hailsham Community College (2 miles south-east)
Funeral wake catering in Lower Dicker, slow-roasted on site
A wake might be at home, a village or church hall, a club or a pub. Wherever it is, the roaster cooks outdoors under cover, and we serve indoors where the venue allows. For gatherings at clubs and pubs and gatherings after a cremation, we’ll put together a menu of apple sauce, halloumi skewers and roast pork in rolls or on plates for your guests.
For a wake near Lower Dicker, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the roaster in the yard or garden. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish.
- Where
- Lower Dicker (BN27)
- County
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
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How we price a hog roast for the wake
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Crockery choices
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Time on site
- The number of people
Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. Slow roasting means we’re on site for much of the day, which is built into the price.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- Dietary requirements
- Your menu choices
- Where the event is
- Your date and serving time
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Lower Dicker
It feeds everyone at once, so people can eat and share memories.
We are regularly asked to cater all sorts of events around Lower Dicker, such as:
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
- Anniversary memorials
If the funeral is at a church such as Zoar Strict Baptist Chapel, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- VAT, if it applies
- Staffing on the day
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Organising for someone else?
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we will tell you what we can send.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Tips:
- Count anyone who does not eat pork
- Stuffing generally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
Food is served as everyone gathers, quietly and respectfully.
Ask about china.
A closer look at the menu
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls make a hog roast easy to eat anywhere. Gluten-free rolls can be provided on request.
Roast pork
We carve as we serve, which keeps it hot and moist.
Planning the cooking spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- A short route for the equipment
- Flat ground outside the hall or house
- Space inside for guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
Why choose a hog roast in Lower Dicker?
Rather than relatives cooking, we take the cooking off the family’s hands. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why book our hog roast in Lower Dicker
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- A clear quote with everything listed
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Fresh carving at the serving station
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
How it works
A hog roast is always cooked outside, under a gazebo on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We will agree the spot with you beforehand. Most wakes in Lower Dicker are held in the afternoon, so light is rarely a problem, though in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- Share the date, place and numbers.
- We reply quickly with a price.
- The roast cooks while you are at the service.
- We serve calmly as people arrive.
- We clear away discreetly.
How to prepare
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Check there’s a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
- Think about shelter for your guests
Ask for a quote
To get a quote, just 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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Lower Dicker questions
Which station is closest to Lower Dicker?
The closest is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 3.9 miles away.
Do you cater at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Where can you serve a wake?
Homes, halls, clubs and venues, as long as there’s an outdoor spot to cook.
When do you start roasting?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it’s several hours. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we’ll adjust.
How big a hog will we need?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
How quickly can you cater a wake?
Often, yes. Get in touch when the date is set and we will tell you quickly.
What’s included?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away