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Hog Roast for a Wake in Purley, Greater London
Funeral wake catering in Purley: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, carved to order and served in soft rolls with crackling.
- One-year memorials
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
A hog roast near Purley
What comes off the roaster
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
Funeral wake catering near Purley
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. For ashes ceremonies and family meals after a funeral, we can cook apple sauce, salads and halloumi skewers for your guests.
For a wake in Purley, a hall or club with a yard or garden is frequently simplest. We bring the roaster, the cover and everything we need to cook and serve, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
- Location
- Purley (CR8, CR2, CR5)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- From the roaster
- 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
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Before you choose a spot
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. We look for:
- A safe distance from the hall
- Space inside for guests
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
As a London location, Purley is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access takes planning: let us know how we reach the cooking spot and where we can park.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Rotisserie chicken
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
How it works
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your wake. For a summer wake in Purley, there’s light until about 9:20pm, so people can spill into the garden.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough numbers.
- We reply quickly with a price.
- The roast cooks while you are at the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We clear away discreetly.
How to prepare
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
Ask for a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
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Planning the wake in Purley
One roast feeds everyone together, so people can eat and share memories.
Here’s what people in Purley most often book a hog roast for:
- Church and village hall wakes
- Remembrance gatherings
- Ashes ceremonies
- Celebrations of life
Relatives driving in can use the A2022 to reach Purley.
Before you book anyone
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- What crockery is supplied
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Who carves and who serves
Arranging a wake in Purley
Purley is about 2 miles south-west of Croydon, in Greater London. Our roaster is a regular sight at wakes around Purley, from gardens to fields. Purley is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 11 miles away.
Families holding a service at St Swithun's often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the roast can be ready. Relatives arriving by train should know that there is a station right in Purley: Purley station.
Anywhere in CR8, CR2 and CR5, we can bring the roaster to you. Whether your wake is on High Street, Church Road and Brighton Road or a nearby road, we will bring the roaster to you. Being close to the A2022, Purley is easy for us to reach with the roaster. We also bring hog roasts to wakes in Peaks Hill (1 mile north-west), Woodcote (1 mile west), Russell Hill (1 mile north), Roundshaw (1 mile north-west) and Woodcote Green (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in London (11 miles north), City of Westminster (12 miles north), Marylebone (13 miles north), Kensington (12 miles north), St Pancras (13 miles north) and Shoreditch (13 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include St George's Walk (2.7 miles north) and County Borough of Croydon (2.6 miles north). Open spaces near Purley include Duppas Hill and Foxley Wood.
- Local schools include Thomas More Catholic School (0.5 miles north) and Laleham Lea School (0.9 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Jolly Farmers pub (less than half a mile north-east)
What a hog roast costs
Your quote depends on:
- How long the roast and service take
- Site access
- Crockery choices
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
For larger numbers, a hog roast is usually good value, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- Your menu choices
- Rough numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The address or postcode
When you are weighing up caterers, ask each one exactly what’s included. Ours lists it clearly. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
Rolls and stuffing usually contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
- Ask close family about dietary needs
Our staff are discreet and respectful.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with a venue’s set menu, a hog roast at home or a hall can be simpler and better value. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book our hog roast in Purley
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- A choice of salads and potatoes
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Organising for someone else?
Marquee suppliers generally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Purley questions
Can you do a hog roast in Dollypers Hill?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Check with them first.
What if our house in Purley has no side access?
Often, if there is a rear gate, a front garden or a yard we can use. Tell us about steps, gates and parking and we’ll advise.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we’ll talk it through when we quote.
Do you serve rolls or plates?
Both are possible: plates with sides or simple rolls.
Do you cover Purley?
We do. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will confirm availability.
How quickly can you cater a wake?
We will always try. Send the date and venue for a quick answer.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We’ll confirm what comes with it and how to use it.
How much will it be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we’re on site. Tell us your date and we will send a price.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards