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Hog Roast for a Wake in Northwood, Kent
Plenty of choice: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, with salads and potatoes on the side. Book a hog roast for the wake in Northwood.
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Wakes at home
- One-year memorials
Book a hog roast in Northwood
Step by step
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, a cooked roast can be kept hot for a while, so tell us as soon as plans change. In late September, sunset in Northwood is about 7:00pm; in December, about 3:50pm, so a later wake may need lighting outside.
- Contact us when the date is set.
- We check the cooking spot with the venue.
- We cook on site.
- We serve quietly.
- We tidy up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Think about shelter for your guests
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or CT12 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will check the date and send a quote. Send us your details through our quote form.
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About our funeral wake catering in Northwood
We keep things simple for families: one call, one quote and quiet, reliable service. Popular choices include new potatoes, rotisserie chicken and apple sauce, and typical bookings are for gatherings after scattering ashes and life celebrations.
In Northwood, the hall is often where people gather, and its grounds suit the roaster. We plan the timings around your day, working back from when you want to eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Count anyone who doesn’t eat pork
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
Afterwards we pack up quietly.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
Towns and villages near Northwood
More for events in Northwood
Occasions we serve in Northwood
It copes with timings that shift.
Our roaster has been booked for all sorts of events around Northwood, such as:
- Wakes in village halls
- Memorial gatherings
- One-year memorials
- Wakes at home
Relatives driving in can use the A254 and A256 to reach Northwood.
What your quote should include
- Staffing on the day
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
After a funeral in Northwood
Northwood is about 1 mile north-west of Ramsgate, in Kent. We cover Northwood and its neighbours for wakes. Northwood is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 15 miles away.
For a service at a church like St Mark's Church, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests. If relatives are coming by rail, the nearest station is Ramsgate station, about 0.8 miles south. The coast is within about 2 miles of Northwood.
Wherever your wake is in CT12, CT10 and CT11, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your wake could be at a house on Gwyn Road, Coxes Lane and Roman Road or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Northwood is on the A254 and A256, which makes the journey straightforward. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Ramsgate (1 mile south-east), Upton (1 mile east), St Lawrence (1 mile south), St Peter's (1 mile north-east) and Broadstairs (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (15 miles west), Dover (15 miles south), Deal (9 miles south), Herne Bay (12 miles west), Walmer (10 miles south) and Wincheap (15 miles west).
A little further out are Westwood Cross (0.5 miles north-west) and Ramsgate Museum (1.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Northwood includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Schools near Northwood include The Royal Harbour Academy (0.5 miles south-east) and The Charles Dickens School (1 mile north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Derby Arms (0.8 miles south-east)
A closer look at the menu
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg, in a roll or on a plate.
Roast pork
We carve as we serve, so it stays hot and juicy.
Northwood questions
What’s the nearest station to Northwood?
Ramsgate station, about 0.8 miles south of the centre.
How far is Northwood from London?
Roughly 65 miles from the centre of London.
Is mains power needed?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Do you clear up?
We pack everything away after service, so you’re not left with the mess.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
We work back from when you want to eat, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the roast to your numbers, so tell us your best estimate. We’ll confirm the menu in the quote.
What do we need to organise?
Not much: the space and a contact.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Planning the cooking spot
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Before booking, check:
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
- A safe distance from the hall
- A friend or relative we can call
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
Compared with family members cooking, a catered hog roast lets everyone be together. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
Why book our hog roast in Northwood
- Served at the time you choose
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- An itemised quote
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
Read our pricing or our hog roast cost guide.
What affects the price in Northwood
Here’s what affects the price:
- Menu choices and extras
- Access to the cooking area
- Whether you want china
- The number of people
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
What to tell us
These are the details we need:
- Allergies we should know about
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
Every wake is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your wake for a quote: fill in our quote form.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards