Kent · England
Funeral Wake Catering for Molash
We bring a hog roast for the wake across Molash and Kent, cooking slowly at your venue and serving it hot, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Celebrations of life
- Ashes ceremonies
Slow-roasted pork in Molash
Funeral wake catering near Molash
We keep things simple for families: a short conversation, a clear quote and a calm service on the day. We are often asked to cater life celebrations and anniversary memorials, serving rotisserie chicken, apple sauce and halloumi skewers.
For a wake near Molash, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well, with the roaster in the yard or garden. You’ll know what’s included before booking: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
Wakes in Molash: venues and practical details
Molash is about 6 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. Molash and the surrounding area are covered for wakes. We cater all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our bookings stretch from Molash to Canterbury (about 9 miles away).
For family travelling by train, the nearest station is Wye station, about 3.2 miles south. Molash is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Here we cover the CT4 postcode area. Local streets include The Street, Pound Lane and Church Lane; a wake on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Close by, we cover wakes in Shottenden (2 miles north-east), Bilting (2 miles south-east), Perrywood (3 miles north), Mountain Street (3 miles east) and Godmersham (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (6 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north-west), Folkestone (15 miles south-east), Whitstable (10 miles north-east) and Faversham (6 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.7 miles east).
- Local pubs include George Inn (within half a mile north-east)
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what affects the price:
- Travel to Molash
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- Menu choices and extras
- How many people are eating
UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, please mention:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- A photo of the cooking area
- Roughly how many people
Send us the date, the address or CT4 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
FAQs for Molash
How far is Molash from London?
About 47 miles from central London, and well within our area.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Peter: 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.
Do you come to Molash?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Molash and Kent. Send us the address for a quote.
When do you start roasting?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
How much room do you need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We’ll check it with you before booking.
Who serves?
Our chef carves and our staff serve, and we clear up when service is finished.
What do people get?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, for confident cooks. We’ll explain the details with your quote.
More for events in Molash
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. Other tips:
- Count anyone who doesn’t eat pork
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
- Stuffing generally contains gluten
Our staff are discreet and respectful.
Plates and sides make it a full meal.
What happens on the day
The roaster is gas-fired, so cooking does not depend on mains power. Summer evenings in Molash stay light until about 9:15pm, so a garden gathering works well.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough numbers.
- We reply quickly with a price.
- We roast quietly during the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We pack up quietly.
Preparing for the day
- Name a contact for the day
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
Get a quote
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
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For event organisers in Molash
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
What comes off the roaster
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sharp, sweet apple sauce and savoury sage and onion stuffing go with the pork perfectly. Stuffing normally contains gluten.
Space, access and the venue
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- Clearance from walls and branches
- A hall or room for eating
- One contact on the day
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Some families mix a hog roast with cakes brought by friends. Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. Slow roasting means we are on site for much of the day, which is built into the price.
Why us?
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
Read our prices page or what a hog roast costs.
Who books funeral wake catering in Molash?
Nobody in the family has to cook or serve.
Here’s what people in Molash most frequently book a hog roast for:
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Home wakes
- Pub and club wakes
- Memorial events
After a service at Church of St Peter, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
What to look for in a quote
- The space, cover and access they need
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The full menu and the sides
- Whether VAT is included
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards