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Funeral Wake Catering in Ottershaw
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the wake in Ottershaw and across Surrey.
- Gatherings at the family home
- Memorial gatherings
- Life celebrations
Slow-roasted pork in Ottershaw
Funeral wake catering near Ottershaw
Funerals are typically planned within a week or two. Contact us as soon as the date is set, and we’ll give you a quick answer. We serve rotisserie chicken, apple sauce and halloumi skewers, and typical bookings are for gatherings at clubs and pubs and scattering-of-ashes gatherings.
In Ottershaw, the hall is often where people gather. Plates come as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
After a funeral in Ottershaw
Ottershaw is about 4 miles west of Weybridge, in Surrey. We bring a hog roast for the wake to wakes anywhere in Ottershaw, as long as there’s an outdoor spot to cook. Ottershaw is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Ottershaw to Guildford (8 miles away).
If the funeral is at a church such as Christ Church, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
We bring hog roasts to wakes all over KT16. Local streets include Ottermead Lane, Chaworth Close and Crawshaw Road; a wake on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Other places close to Ottershaw we cover include Row Town (1 mile east), Stonehill (1 mile west), Woodham (1 mile south-east), Lyne (2 miles north) and Chertsey (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (8 miles south), Woking (4 miles south-west), Camberley (9 miles west), Epsom (11 miles east), Ewell (12 miles east) and Egham (5 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find The Hockey Museum (3.3 miles south) and St. Peter's Hospital (1 mile north). Open spaces near Ottershaw include St Ann's Lake and St Ann's Hill.
- Schools near Ottershaw include Jubilee High School (1.2 miles east) and White Lodge Children's Centre (1.2 miles north)
Prices and what affects them
The biggest factors are:
- Access to the cooking area
- How long the roast and service take
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Crockery choices
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The address or postcode
- Any venue rules
- Dietary requirements
- Your date and serving time
If you are comparing hog roast caterers for Ottershaw, check what each quote actually includes. We spell it out in ours. For a quote, use our quote form.
Working with your venue
Marquee suppliers generally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Planning the wake in Ottershaw
It feeds everyone at once, so people can sit and talk.
Whatever the occasion in Ottershaw, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We are often asked to cater:
- Memorial gatherings
- Life celebrations
- Family meals after a funeral
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
For family travelling by train, Chertsey station, about 1.9 miles north-east, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- If the price includes VAT
- A clear list of what’s included
- Travel and any London charges
How it works
A typical booking goes like this: the roaster goes up and the hog goes on, the roast cooks gently through the day, and our chef carves it when you’re ready. For a summer wake in Ottershaw, there is light until about 9:20pm, so people can spill into the garden.
- You tell us the date, the venue, rough numbers and when people will arrive.
- You get a quick answer on the date, and a quote.
- We roast quietly while the service takes place.
- We serve when everyone arrives, calmly and without fuss.
- We clear away discreetly.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
Ask for a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Other occasions in Ottershaw
Before you choose a spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- Space away from the building and any trees
- A short route for the equipment
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Common questions in Ottershaw
How far is Ottershaw from London?
Roughly 21 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Ottershaw?
The closest is Chertsey station, roughly 1.9 miles away.
How big a hog will we need?
We plan quantities from the numbers you give us, and we’ll talk it through when we quote.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Where can you serve a wake?
At home, a hall, a club or a venue, given an outdoor cooking area.
How quickly can you cater a wake?
Often, yes. Get in touch when the date is set and we will tell you quickly.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Stuffing generally contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
Where does the hog roast go?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, and a way to wheel everything in. A photo helps.
About the food
Roast pork
The hog roasts slowly for hours, so the meat is tender and juicy, and our chef carves it to order.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Rather than relatives cooking, a catered hog roast lets everyone be together. Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Why book our hog roast in Ottershaw
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Our staff serve and clear
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Fresh carving at the serving station
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
A hog roast is pork, so plan for anyone who does not eat it. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
One contact for the day helps, so the family can focus on guests.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away