Hampshire · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Marchwood, Hampshire
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the wake in Marchwood and the surrounding area.
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Anniversary memorials
- Memorial gatherings
Slow-roasted pork in Marchwood
Arranging a wake in Marchwood
Marchwood is about 3 miles south-east of Totton, in Hampshire. We cater wakes across Marchwood and nearby. We bring hog roasts to 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St John the Apostle, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short. Relatives arriving by train should know that Millbrook (Hants) station, about 1.6 miles north-east, is the nearest station. Marchwood is within about 6 miles of the New Forest National Park, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access. Marchwood is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal halls can be breezy, so we choose a sheltered cooking spot.
Wakes anywhere in SO40 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Whether your wake is on Cranberry Close, Melick Close and The Rowans or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Being close to the A326, Marchwood is easy for us to reach. If your venue is just outside Marchwood, we also cover Dibden (2 miles south-east), Dibden Purlieu (3 miles south-east), Hythe (3 miles south-east), Beaulieu (5 miles south) and Furzey Lodge (5 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (13 miles north-east), Gosport (14 miles south-east), Eastleigh (7 miles north-east), Fareham (11 miles east), Totton (3 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (7 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Netley Castle (4.1 miles east) and Westquay (2.1 miles east). The countryside around Marchwood includes Testwood Lakes.
- Schools near Marchwood include Hounsdown School (2 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include White Horse pub (less than half a mile east)
Funeral wake catering in Marchwood, slow-roasted on site
We keep things simple for families: a short conversation, a clear quote and a calm service on the day. We serve salads, new potatoes and apple sauce, and we are frequently booked for family get-togethers after a service and life celebrations.
Around Marchwood, wakes are frequently at the village hall, a pub or home. Tell us about outdoor space for the roaster. Plates come as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
Towns and villages near Marchwood
Other occasions in Marchwood
Space, access and the venue
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, so a few things are worth checking:
- A safe distance from the hall
- Permission from the hall or venue
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Coleslaw
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
For planners, venues and organisers
Marquee suppliers usually set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Event organisers frequently ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Tell us what you need and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Looking after everyone
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
We arrive in good time and roast quietly, well away from the entrance.
If there was a favourite dish from our menu, tell us.
Questions from Marchwood
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St John the Apostle: can you cater?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with room to cook outside. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What’s the nearest station to Marchwood?
The closest is Millbrook (Hants) station, roughly 1.6 miles away.
Will there be enough to go round?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
Do you provide china?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
What’s the price?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we’re on site. Send us the details and we will quote.
How much room do you need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, and a way to wheel everything in. Send us a photo if you’re unsure.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, for confident cooks. We’ll explain the details with your quote.
How quickly can you cater a wake?
We’ll always try. Tell us the details for a quick answer.
What affects the price in Marchwood
Here’s what affects the price:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How many people are eating
- How long the roast and service take
- Distance from us
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What we need to know
When you enquire, please mention:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- The date and time of the event
- Any venue rules
- Where the event is
The quickest way to get a price is to tell us the date, where the wake is and roughly how many. A picture of the cooking area helps. Use our quote form.
Why choose funeral wake catering in Marchwood?
Nobody in the family has to cook or serve.
Whatever the occasion in Marchwood, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. Bookings often include:
- Memorial gatherings
- Remembrance days
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Wakes at home
Relatives driving in can use the A326 to reach Marchwood.
Before you book anyone
- If the price includes VAT
- Who carves and who serves
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Any travel or access charges
About the food
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes to make it a proper meal.
Rotisserie chicken
Golden rotisserie chicken can be served in a roll or on a plate alongside the pork.
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, a cooked roast can be kept hot for a while, so keep us posted on the day. Autumn and winter afternoons in Marchwood get dark early: about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December, so we plan lighting for later gatherings.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a simple quote.
- We roast quietly during the service.
- We serve calmly as people arrive.
- We pack up quietly.
Before we arrive
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
Getting a price
When you are weighing up caterers, ask each one exactly what’s included. We spell it out in ours. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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Why choose a hog roast in Marchwood?
Rather than relatives cooking, a catered hog roast lets everyone be together. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why Marchwood hosts choose us
- An itemised quote
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
See our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls 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