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Hog Roast for a Wake in Paddock Wood, Kent
Looking for a hog roast for the wake in Paddock Wood? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
- Gatherings at the family home
- One-year memorials
- Remembrance gatherings
Funeral wake catering for Paddock Wood
Funeral wake catering in Paddock Wood, slow-roasted on site
We keep things simple for families: one call, one quote and quiet, reliable service. For family meals after a funeral and pub and club wakes, we will put together a menu of new potatoes, salads and apple sauce and more.
For a wake in a place like Paddock Wood, the village hall is often the heart of it. Timings are planned around your wake, because the roast has to start hours before you eat.
Allergies and dietary needs
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask close family about dietary needs
If the service runs late, we wait.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
Nearby places to Paddock Wood
Other occasions in Paddock Wood
A hog roast or other catering?
Next to sandwiches, hot food feels more caring, especially in colder months. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Serving and clearing done for you
Take a look at our prices page or what a hog roast costs.
FAQs for Paddock Wood
Could you cook in Foal Hurst Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Which station is closest to Paddock Wood?
Paddock Wood has its own station: Paddock Wood station.
What about guests who don’t eat pork?
Yes, add chicken or a vegetarian option.
How do we prepare?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
How much will it be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we’re on site. Tell us your date and we will send a price.
What if people arrive late?
That is fine: we hold the food until people arrive.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
What should we provide?
Only the place, numbers and a contact. We bring everything else.
The process
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your wake in Paddock Wood. Late-December sunset in Paddock Wood is about 3:55pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting by the food. Summer wakes have daylight well into the evening.
- Get in touch when the date is set.
- We confirm the space.
- We set up and roast on the day.
- Our staff serve without fuss.
- We tidy up and go.
Before we arrive
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Gather dietary requirements early
Get a quote
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
About the food
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
A hog roast roll is designed to be eaten in the hand. We can bring gluten-free rolls if you ask.
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
For event organisers in Paddock Wood
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Wake catering near Paddock Wood
Paddock Wood is about 5 miles east of Tonbridge, in Kent. Our roaster is a regular sight at wakes around Paddock Wood, from gardens to fields. We cater all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Paddock Wood to London (31 miles away).
For family travelling by train, Paddock Wood has its own station, Paddock Wood station. With the B2017 and B2160 nearby, it is easy for family travelling by car to reach Paddock Wood.
We cater wakes across TN12. That could mean a wake in a garden on Church Road, Station Road and Forest Road or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Being close to the B2017 and B2160, Paddock Wood is easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also cater wakes in Whetsted (1 mile north-west), Colt's Hill (1 mile west), Five Oak Green (2 miles west), Matfield (2 miles south-west) and Brenchley (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (9 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (11 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles south-west), Tonbridge (5 miles west), Kings Hill (7 miles north) and Foley Park (10 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Tunbridge Wells Hospital (4 miles south-west) and The Hop Farm Museum (1.4 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Nearby schools include Mascalls School (0.5 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find John Brunt V.C. Pub (under half a mile north)
Prices and what affects them
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Numbers
- Time on site
- Plates or china
- Menu choices and extras
For larger numbers, a hog roast is generally good value, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Any venue rules
- Where the event is
- A picture of the cooking area
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or TN12 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Why choose funeral wake catering in Paddock Wood?
Hearty food that most people like, which is what people want after a service.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Here are some of the most popular:
- One-year memorials
- Memorial events
- Pub and club wakes
- Ashes ceremonies
After a service at St Andrew's Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Comparing caterers
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- VAT, if it applies
- A clear list of what’s included
Planning the cooking spot
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Things to check:
- Permission from the hall or venue
- A level outdoor area
- Clearance from walls and branches
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Paddock Wood
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards