Isle of Wight · England
Hog Roast for a Wake in Nettlecombe, Isle of Wight
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 Nettlecombe.
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Ashes ceremonies
- Remembrance days
Planning an event in Nettlecombe?
Funeral wake catering in Nettlecombe, carved to order
We keep things simple for families: one call, one quote and quiet, reliable service. Typical bookings include one-year memorials and life celebrations, with rotisserie chicken, apple sauce and roast pork in rolls or on plates.
For a wake near Nettlecombe, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well. We plan the timings around your day, because the roast has to start hours before you eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
- Area
- Nettlecombe (PO38)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Extras
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Organising for someone else?
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so tell them a hog roast is coming. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Nettlecombe: halls, homes and travel
Nettlecombe is about 7 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We cover wakes in Nettlecombe, along with the towns and villages around it. We cover 125 places across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Nettlecombe to Southampton (23 miles away).
For family travelling by train, Shanklin station, about 4.1 miles north-east, is the nearest station. For a service at a church like Water Hydrant Opposite Parish Church, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests. Nettlecombe is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal halls can be breezy, so we choose a sheltered cooking spot.
For wakes in PO38, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Southford (1 mile north-west), Bierley (1 mile west), Wroxall (2 miles north-east), Godshill (2 miles north) and Sandford (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Newport (7 miles north), Ryde (9 miles north-east), Cowes (11 miles north), Sandown (6 miles north-east), Shanklin (4 miles north-east) and East Cowes (11 miles north). Remote sites take a little more planning, so contact us in good time.
Nearby you’ll also find Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (4.1 miles north-east) and South Wight (2.6 miles east). Open spaces near Nettlecombe include Stenbury Down.
- Local pubs include The White Horse Inn (under half a mile south-west)
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Some ideas:
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Ask close family about dietary needs
One contact for the day helps, so the family can focus on guests.
Let us know if there is something the person especially liked.
Nettlecombe questions
We’re gathering after a service at Water Hydrant Opposite Parish Church: can you cater?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with room to cook outside. Churches rarely have space for a hog roast, so the food is typically elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
What’s the nearest station to Nettlecombe?
The closest is Shanklin station, roughly 4.1 miles away.
Do you come to Nettlecombe?
Yes, Nettlecombe is in our area. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
We will be as flexible as we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will adjust.
Will there be enough to go round?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so tell us your best estimate. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
What do you need from us on the day?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We will bring the rest.
What space does the roaster 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.
Is there a non-pork option?
We can add lamb or chicken, plus halloumi skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage. Halal meat is not something we offer.
How the day works
On the day, we position the roaster under cover and get the hog cooking. It then roasts slowly for several hours, timed so it’s ready when you want to eat. In late September, sunset in Nettlecombe is about 7:10pm; in December, about 4:00pm, so we plan lighting for later gatherings.
- 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 clear away discreetly.
Getting ready for the day
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Give us a contact number for the day
How to get a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
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Why choose funeral wake catering in Nettlecombe?
Nobody in the family has to cook or serve.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Nettlecombe and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Life celebrations
- Pub and club wakes
- Anniversary memorials
- Memorial gatherings
If there isn’t room at home, a hall or club near Nettlecombe may suit.
Questions to ask before you book
- If the price includes VAT
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- Who carves and who serves
- The space, cover and access they need
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with family members cooking, a catered hog roast lets everyone be together. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why Nettlecombe hosts choose us
- All the equipment comes with us
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Carved to order by a chef
- An itemised quote
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
About the food
Rotisserie chicken
For guests who do not eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and children generally like it too.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes turn rolls into a full meal.
How we price a hog roast for the wake
The price comes down to:
- How many people are eating
- Plates or china
- How long the roast and service take
- Menu choices and extras
What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. A long, slow roast means an early start, which is built into the price.
What to tell us
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Dietary requirements
- Your date and serving time
- Any venue rules
Every wake is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your wake: fill in our quote form.
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- A level outdoor area
- A contact for the day who isn’t immediate family
- A short route for the equipment
For somewhere as remote as Nettlecombe, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- New potatoes
More for events in Nettlecombe
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards