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Hog Roast for a Wake in Preston, Kent
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Book a hog roast for the wake in Preston.
- Celebrations of life
- Home wakes
- Family get-togethers after a service
Funeral wake catering in Preston
Wake catering near Preston
Preston is about 7 miles south-west of Whitstable, in Kent. We are happy to travel to Preston for wakes and the places nearby. We cover 922 places in Kent. Our bookings stretch from Preston to Canterbury (about 8 miles away).
If the funeral is at a church such as St Catherine's Church, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short. Preston is on or near the A2 and A251, handy for relatives driving in.
We bring hog roasts to wakes all over the ME13 postcode area and the streets around it. Local streets include Back Lane, Quay Lane and Park Road; a wake on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Main roads around Preston include the A2 and A251, which makes travel to your wake easy. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Faversham (1 mile north-west), The Brents (1 mile north), Davington (1 mile north-west), Ospringe (1 mile west) and Whitehill (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (8 miles east), Sittingbourne (7 miles west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Herne Bay (11 miles east) and Minster (8 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Newnham Castle (4.3 miles south-west).
- Nearby schools include Ethelbert Road Primary School (under half a mile west)
- Local pubs include The Elephant pub (within half a mile west)
Funeral wake catering near Preston
While you are at the service, the roast cooks quietly, so food is ready when people arrive. Our staff serve calmly and clear away discreetly. We are often asked to cater family meals after a funeral and memorial gatherings, serving apple sauce, roast pork in rolls or on plates and halloumi skewers.
In Preston, the hall is frequently where people gather. You’ll know what’s included before booking: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
Planning the wake in Preston
If the service runs late, the food waits.
Here’s what people in Preston most often book a hog roast for:
- Celebrations of life
- Ashes ceremonies
- Home wakes
- Remembrance gatherings
For family travelling by train, Faversham station is in Preston itself.
What your quote should include
- How dietary needs are handled
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Exactly what’s included in the price
How the day works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we’ve agreed, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. Autumn and winter afternoons in Preston get dark early: about 7:00pm in late September and 3:50pm in December, so we plan lighting for later gatherings.
- Share the date, place and numbers.
- We reply quickly with a price.
- We roast quietly during the service.
- We serve calmly as people arrive.
- We clear away discreetly.
How to prepare
- Send final numbers in good time
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
Getting a price
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Preston questions
How far is Preston from London?
Roughly 45 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Could you cook in Oare Meadow?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Is it a sit-down meal?
Plates come as standard, and china is available on request.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will fit around changes.
Can you do gluten-free?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. You’ll get allergen details for everything.
What space does the roaster need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, and a way to wheel everything in. A picture helps.
What should we provide?
Very little: the space and a contact.
Is mains power needed?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Let us know what’s on site.
Space, access and the venue
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, so a few things are worth checking:
- A safe distance from the hall
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- Somewhere indoors for people to eat
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Coleslaw
What comes off the roaster
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken from the rotisserie gives people a non-pork choice, turned until the skin is golden.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Everything goes into a soft roll, easy to eat standing up. Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
How we price a hog roast for the wake
We do not use a fixed price list, since every event is different. The main factors are:
- Numbers
- How long the roast and service take
- Menu choices and extras
- How easy it is to reach the spot
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. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
What to tell us
When you enquire, it helps to include:
- The venue or postcode
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
The quickest way to get a price is to send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Send us your details through our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
Marquee suppliers normally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with sandwich platters, hot food feels more caring. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why Preston hosts choose us
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Planned to your running order
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
Read our prices page and what a hog roast costs.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Tips:
- Keep the alternatives labelled
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Ask close family about dietary needs
Food is served as everyone gathers, calmly and without fuss.
Rotisserie chicken is a good alternative for those who do not eat pork.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards