East Sussex · England
Funeral Wake Catering in Plumpton
Planning a hog roast for the wake in Plumpton? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
- Gatherings at the family home
- Anniversary memorials
- Family meals after a funeral
Planning an event in Plumpton?
Funeral wake catering in Plumpton, carved to order
We keep things simple for families: a short conversation, a clear quote and a calm service on the day. We are frequently asked to cater ashes ceremonies and celebrations of life, serving roast pork in rolls or on plates, new potatoes and halloumi skewers.
Near Plumpton, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. We bring the roaster, the cover and everything we need to cook and serve, and we pack away and leave the area as we found it.
- Location
- Plumpton (BN7)
- County
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Also available
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Things to check:
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- A contact for the day who is not immediate family
- Clearance from walls and branches
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
What we serve, dish by dish
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes to make it a proper meal.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we’ll bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
Prices and what affects them
Each price is built from:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How many people are eating
- Menu choices and extras
- Crockery choices
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
What to tell us
When you contact us, please mention:
- Where the event is
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- 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. Send us your details through our quote form.
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
Next to booking a function room menu, a hog roast at home or a hall can be simpler and better value. A hog roast is frequently good value for a crowd, because one whole roast feeds plenty of people. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Why Plumpton hosts choose us
- An itemised quote
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- All the equipment comes with us
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
A hog roast is pork, so plan for anyone who doesn’t eat it. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Give us numbers for the alternatives
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
Food is served as everyone gathers, quietly and respectfully.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
What happens on the day
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. In late September, sunset in Plumpton is about 7:05pm; in December, about 3:55pm, so we plan lighting for later gatherings.
- Share the date, place and rough numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a price.
- The roast cooks while the service is under way.
- We serve quietly as people gather.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Get a quote
The quickest way to get a price is to tell us the date, where the wake is and roughly how many. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Other occasions in Plumpton
Working with your venue
If you’re booking for a workplace, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We will fit in with site rules.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Plumpton: halls, homes and travel
Plumpton is about 4 miles north-west of Lewes, in East Sussex. Plumpton is well within our area for wakes. We bring hog roasts to all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 6 miles away.
For a service at a church like The Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests. Plumpton is within about 3 miles of the South Downs National Park, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Wakes anywhere in BN7 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Your wake could be at a house on Plumpton Lane and Ditchling Road or the roads around them, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the roaster. Nearby, we also cater wakes in East Chiltington (1 mile north-east), Streat (1 mile north-west), Chiltington (2 miles north-east), Plumpton Green (2 miles north) and Cooksbridge (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Seaford (12 miles south-east), Lewes (4 miles south-east), Hailsham (14 miles east), Crowborough (14 miles north-east), Uckfield (8 miles north-east) and Newhaven (9 miles south-east).
A little further out are Lewes Victoria Hospital (3.4 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (3.7 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Malling Down and Blackcap.
- Nearby, you will find The Half Moon Inn (under half a mile south)
Plumpton questions
Do you come out to small places like Plumpton?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
How far is Plumpton from London?
About 41 miles from central London.
What about coeliacs?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. We will give you full allergen information for every dish.
Is a week’s notice enough?
We will always try. Send the date and venue for a quick answer.
Is it a sit-down meal?
We serve on plates, with china as an option.
What if the service runs late?
Name someone we can call and we will serve when everyone is there.
What if it rains?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
Occasions we serve in Plumpton
There are options for those who don’t eat pork.
Whatever the occasion in Plumpton, a slow roast goes a long way. Bookings frequently include:
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Wakes at home
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Pub and club wakes
For family travelling by train, Plumpton station, about 1.4 miles north, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before you book
- Any travel or access charges
- The full menu and the sides
- The space, cover and access they need
- What the price includes, item by item
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved by our chef into rolls 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