Isle of Wight · England
Funeral Wake Catering in Plaish
Plenty of choice: 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 Plaish.
- Gatherings at the family home
- Celebrations of life
- Wakes in village halls
Funeral wake catering for Plaish
Funeral wake catering in Plaish, slow-roasted on site
For a celebration of life, a hog roast can reflect the person being remembered. Let us know if there is anything special and we will try to help. Whether it’s wakes at a local club and anniversary memorials, we will put together a menu of salads, halloumi skewers and apple sauce.
For a wake near Plaish, a farmhouse or village hall often works well, with the roaster in the yard or garden. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish before you book.
- Where
- Plaish (PO30)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- Menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Extras
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Wakes in Plaish: venues and practical details
Plaish is about 2 miles south-west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We are happy to travel to Plaish for wakes and the places nearby. We cover 125 places in the Isle of Wight. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 17 miles away.
The coast is within about 6 miles of Plaish.
This part of the Isle of Wight takes in PO30, so your wake can be anywhere in it. Other places close to Plaish we cover include Bowcombe (1 mile south-west), Clatterford (1 mile north-east), Carisbrooke (1 mile north-east), Gunville (1 mile north) and Gatcombe (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Ryde (8 miles east), Cowes (5 miles north), Sandown (8 miles east), Shanklin (8 miles south-east), Ventnor (8 miles south-east) and East Cowes (5 miles north-east). Remote sites take a little more planning, so contact us in good time.
Other landmarks nearby include Carisbrooke Castle (0.8 miles north-east) and Whitecroft Hospital (1.4 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Brighstone Down and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Plaish include Christ The King College (1.2 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Blacksmiths Arms (0.7 miles north-west)
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to booking a function room menu, a hog roast at a hall is often simpler. For larger numbers, a hog roast is typically good value, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
What you get with us
- Serving and clearing done for you
- An itemised quote
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Read our prices page or what a hog roast costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we will tell you what we can send.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Questions from Plaish
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Is Plaish too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you bring plates?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. We do not provide halal meat.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. We can frequently serve indoors if the venue agrees.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the roast to your numbers, so tell us your best estimate. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
What if people arrive late?
We wait: we hold the food until people arrive.
What’s included?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
Space, access and the venue
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Before booking, check:
- Clearance from walls and branches
- A friend or relative we can call
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
For somewhere as remote as Plaish, early notice helps us plan the trip.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
Step by step
A hog roast is always cooked outside, under a gazebo on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and trees. We’ll agree the spot with you beforehand. For a summer wake in Plaish, there is light until about 9:20pm, so people can spill into the garden.
- Contact us when the date is set.
- We confirm the space.
- We cook on site.
- We serve quietly.
- We tidy up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Getting a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
What a hog roast costs
Your quote depends on:
- How many people are eating
- Menu choices and extras
- Whether you want china
- Access to the cooking area
Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Details that help
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Your menu choices
- The venue or postcode
- Dietary requirements
- The date and time of the event
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Who books funeral wake catering in Plaish?
Alternatives are available.
However big or small the event in Plaish, a slow roast goes a long way. Bookings often include:
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Wakes at a local club
- Memorial events
- Gatherings at the family home
Families holding a service at Church of St. Nicholas in Castro frequently gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the roast can be ready.
Comparing caterers
- The space, cover and access they need
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether travel is included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
Nearby places to Plaish
Also in Plaish
What comes off the roaster
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, served in a roll with salads.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sage and onion stuffing and apple sauce are the classic partners, balancing the rich, salty pork.
Looking after everyone
Rolls and stuffing usually contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Stuffing usually contains gluten
- Count anyone who doesn’t eat pork
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
We arrive in good time and roast quietly, well away from the entrance.
Add chicken as an alternative.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards