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Hog Roast for a Wake in Molesey, Surrey
Something for nearly everyone: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Funeral wake catering in Molesey.
- Celebrations of life
- Home wakes
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
Funeral wake catering in Molesey
How our funeral wake catering works in Molesey
We know families have a lot to arrange: a short conversation, a clear quote and a calm service on the day. For life celebrations and ashes ceremonies, we’ll put together a menu of new potatoes, roast pork in rolls or on plates and halloumi skewers.
For a wake in a place like Molesey, the village hall is frequently the heart of it, and its grounds suit the roaster. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
What a hog roast costs
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The number of people
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Plates or china
- Travel to Molesey
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
What we need to know
To get the best quote, send us:
- What the outdoor space is like
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Where the event is
- Rough numbers
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Plates are easier for older guests than rolls
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
We hold the food if people are delayed; just let us know.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
For planners, venues and organisers
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to a cold buffet, a warm plated meal is more comforting. 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, and the quote reflects that.
Why us?
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Timed around your day
See how we price or what a hog roast costs.
Space, access and the venue
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
- Clearance from walls and branches
- A hall or room for eating
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Coleslaw
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
What we serve, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so everyone has something hot.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, easy to eat standing up. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
Step by step
Here’s how the day generally runs: we arrive, set up under cover and start roasting, the roast cooks gently through the day, and our chef carves it when you’re ready. In winter, it’s dark in Molesey by about 3:55pm, so for an afternoon wake, light near the serving area and the door helps. In summer, there’s daylight until about 9:20pm.
- It starts with the date, venue and when people are expected.
- We confirm availability and send a price.
- We roast quietly while the service takes place.
- Food is ready when people arrive.
- We clear away discreetly.
Before we arrive
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Think about shelter for your guests
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or KT8 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Molesey: halls, homes and travel
Molesey is about 6 miles west of Wimbledon, in Surrey. Molesey and the surrounding area are covered for wakes. We cater 395 places across Surrey. Our bookings stretch from Molesey to London (13 miles away).
If relatives are coming by rail, Hampton Court station, about 0.7 miles north-east, is the nearest station. Molesey is on or near the A309, handy for relatives driving in.
Wherever your wake is in KT8, KT7 and KT10, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your wake is on Bell Road, Park Road and Kent Road or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Molesey is on the A309, which makes the journey straightforward. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Weston Green (1 mile south-east), Thames Ditton (1 mile south-east), Lower Green (1 mile south-west), Hinchley Wood (1 mile south-east) and Long Ditton (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (14 miles south-west), Woking (11 miles south-west), Epsom (5 miles south-east), Redhill (13 miles south-east), Ewell (5 miles south-east) and Egham (9 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Bentall Centre (2.4 miles north-east) and Municipal Borough of Surbiton (2.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Molesey includes The Lake and The Wood.
- Nearby schools include Esher College (0.6 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Albion pub (0.6 miles north-east)
Molesey: your questions answered
How far is Molesey from London?
Roughly 13 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Molesey?
The closest is Hampton Court station, roughly 0.7 miles away.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. We can often serve indoors if the venue agrees.
Will there be enough to go round?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we’ll talk it through when we quote.
Do you cater in village halls?
At home, a hall, a club or a venue, as long as there is an outdoor spot to cook.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
Often, yes. Contact us as soon as you have a date and we will tell you quickly.
Do you need anything from the family?
Very little: the space and a contact.
Who serves?
We carve and serve for you, then clear the serving area afterwards.
Planning the wake in Molesey
The family can spend time with guests.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Typical bookings include:
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Remembrance gatherings
- Life celebrations
If the funeral is at a church such as Church of St Mary, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Questions to ask before booking
- The full menu and the sides
- What crockery is supplied
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- What the price includes, item by item
Places near Molesey
What else we do in Molesey
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away