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Hog Roast for a Wake in Peasmarsh, East Sussex
Planning a hog roast for the wake in Peasmarsh? The roaster comes to your venue, home or workplace and cooks under cover and carve when you’re ready to eat.
- Home wakes
- Remembrance days
- Memorial events
Planning an event in Peasmarsh?
Funeral wake catering near Peasmarsh
After a funeral in Peasmarsh, people need somewhere to gather and something warm to eat. Roast pork in a roll or on a plate is comforting and familiar, and it takes the cooking off the family. Popular choices include salads, roast pork in rolls or on plates and halloumi skewers, and typical bookings are for gatherings at clubs and pubs and remembrance gatherings.
In rural Peasmarsh, home or the hall is usual. Timings are planned around your wake, because the roast has to start hours before you eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
- Area
- Peasmarsh (TN31)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
For event organisers in Peasmarsh
If you’re booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Ask us to label the vegetarian food
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
Afterwards we pack up quietly.
Let us know if there is something the person especially liked.
Wakes in Peasmarsh: venues and practical details
Peasmarsh is about 9 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. Thinking about a hog roast for the wake in Peasmarsh? We can help. We cover all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Peasmarsh to Canterbury (27 miles away).
After a service at The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone. Peasmarsh is within about 3 miles of the sea.
Wakes anywhere in TN31 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and roughly how many guests. That could mean a wake in a garden on Main Street, Farleys Way and The Maltings or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. For wakes just outside Peasmarsh, we cover Flackley Ash (1 mile north-west), Beckley (2 miles north-west), Cock Marling (2 miles south), Udimore (3 miles south-west) and Broadland Row (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Hastings (9 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles south-west), St Leonards (10 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (9 miles south-west), Belmont (9 miles south-west) and Hollington (9 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Ypres Tower (2.6 miles south-east) and Rye Castle Museum (East Street) (2.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Peasmarsh includes Flatropers Wood.
- Schools near Peasmarsh include Rye College (2.2 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Horse And Cart Inn (under half a mile south-east)
What we serve, dish by dish
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
We can serve in rolls or on plates, with gluten-free rolls on request.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Apple sauce brings sweetness and sharpness are the traditional pairing. Note that stuffing usually contains gluten.
Also near Peasmarsh
Other occasions in Peasmarsh
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with a venue’s set menu, a hog roast at a hall is often simpler. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book our hog roast in Peasmarsh
- Planned to your running order
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- All the equipment comes with us
- Fresh carving at the serving station
See our pricing or our hog roast cost guide.
How we price a hog roast for the wake
The biggest factors are:
- Menu choices and extras
- Numbers
- Plates or china
- Time on site
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Details that help
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- A photo of the cooking area
- Dietary requirements
- Your date and serving time
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your wake: send us your details through our quote form.
What the cooking area needs
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- A friend or relative we can call
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
- A short route for the equipment
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Peasmarsh
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
Who books funeral wake catering in Peasmarsh?
One roast feeds everyone together, so people can eat and share memories.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Peasmarsh. Typical bookings include:
- Home wakes
- Anniversary memorials
- Ashes ceremonies
- Wakes in village halls
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Rye station, about 2.3 miles south-east, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before booking
- Travel and any London charges
- The full menu and the sides
- Whether plates or china are included
- What the price includes, item by item
How it works
Serving is straightforward: our chef carves and our staff fill the rolls or plates, with the sides served alongside. Afterwards we clear the serving area and pack away. Late-December sunset in Peasmarsh is about 3:55pm, so an afternoon wake in winter needs lighting by the food. In summer, there is daylight until about 9:15pm.
- It starts with the date, venue and when people are expected.
- We check the date and the cooking spot, then send a simple quote.
- We set up and roast while you are at the service.
- We serve when everyone arrives, calmly and without fuss.
- We clear away discreetly.
Before we arrive
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Think about shelter for your guests
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or TN31 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We will confirm availability and send a price. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
FAQs for Peasmarsh
Can you roast near the sea around Peasmarsh?
Yes. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Is Peasmarsh too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. Serving indoors is normally fine if the venue is happy.
Can you do gluten-free?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Stuffing generally contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
What if it rains?
We roast under cover, so the food is not affected. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We work back from your serving time.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
We can add lamb or chicken, plus halloumi skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage. We don’t provide halal meat.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Each event is priced on its own, based on numbers, menu, service time and distance. Ask us for a quote.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards