Hampshire · England
Funeral Wake Catering for Purbrook
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. Book a hog roast for the wake in Purbrook.
- Gatherings at the family home
- Memorial events
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
Funeral wake catering in Purbrook
Why choose a hog roast in Purbrook?
Compared with a cold buffet, a warm plated meal is more comforting. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why book with us
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Served at the time you choose
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Take a look at our prices page and what a hog roast costs.
Funeral wake catering near Purbrook
Some families choose a hog roast because it was a favourite. Tell us what matters to you and we will do our best. We are frequently asked to cater one-year memorials and gatherings at clubs and pubs, with roast pork in rolls or on plates, salads and apple sauce.
In a town like Purbrook, a wake at the family home or the local hall is common. We cook in the garden or the hall’s grounds. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
Arranging a wake in Purbrook
Purbrook is about 2 miles west of Havant, in Hampshire. We cover wakes in Purbrook, as well as the surrounding area. We cover 683 places in Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 16 miles away.
If relatives are coming by rail, the nearest station is Bedhampton station, about 1.9 miles south-east.
Here we cover the PO7 and PO6 postcode area. From London Road, Bliss Close and Delius Walk or a nearby road, we will bring the roaster to you. Nearby, we also cater wakes in Purbrook Heath (1 mile west), Widley (1 mile south-west), Waterlooville (1 mile north), Farlington (2 miles south) and Bedhampton (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (7 miles south-west), Eastleigh (15 miles north-west), Fareham (7 miles west), Horndean (3 miles north), Hedge End (12 miles west) and Petersfield (10 miles north-east).
A little further out are Warblington Castle (3.3 miles south-east) and World War I Remembrance Centre (2.7 miles south). The countryside around Purbrook includes Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.
- Nearby schools include Crookhorn College (less than half a mile east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Denmead Queen pub (0.9 miles north)
Towns and villages near Purbrook
Also in Purbrook
Space, access and the venue
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Somewhere indoors for people to eat
- A safe distance from the hall
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Who books funeral wake catering in Purbrook?
If the service runs late, the food waits.
However big or small the event in Purbrook, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. Bookings often include:
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Remembrance days
- Pub and club wakes
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
For a service at a church like Church of St John, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Questions to ask before you book
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether plates or china are included
- The menu, including sides and any extras
Step by step
The roaster cooks outdoors, on a level, open spot under cover, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We’ll agree the spot with you beforehand. Summer evenings in Purbrook stay light until about 9:20pm, so people can spill into the garden.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a simple quote.
- The roast cooks while you are at the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We clear away discreetly.
Preparing for the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Check there’s a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and alternatives
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Some ideas:
- Stuffing generally contains gluten
- Give us numbers for the alternatives
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
- Request gluten-free rolls
One contact for the day helps, so the family can focus on guests.
China crockery is available on request.
Working with your venue
If you are booking for a workplace, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We work to the site’s rules.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Purbrook questions
What’s the nearest station to Purbrook?
Bedhampton station, about 1.9 miles south-east of the centre.
Is Purbrook close to London?
Roughly 60 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you work around our timings?
We work back from when you want to eat, and a cooked roast can be held for a while if things run late.
Do we need to provide electricity?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Let us know what’s on site.
How big a hog will we need?
We plan quantities from the numbers you give us, and we’ll talk it through when we quote.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. The food can be carried in and served indoors where the venue allows.
How quickly can you cater a wake?
We do our best at short notice. Tell us the details and we’ll reply promptly.
Can you cater in Purbrook?
We do. Send us the address and we’ll check the date.
A closer look at the menu
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, easy to eat standing up. Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Choose from salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes, depending on the season and the occasion.
How we price a hog roast for the wake
Here’s what affects the price:
- Crockery choices
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Distance from us
- Time on site
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.
What we need to know
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- The venue or postcode
- Your menu choices
To get a quote, just send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Fill in our quote form.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- 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