Greater London · England
Funeral Wake Catering for Ratcliff
We bring a hog roast for the wake across Ratcliff and Greater London, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Celebrations of life
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
A hog roast near Ratcliff
Ratcliff questions
What if our house in Ratcliff has no side access?
Frequently, if there is a rear gate, a front garden or a yard we can use. Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What’s the nearest station to Ratcliff?
Ratcliff has its own station: Limehouse station.
Do you need power or water?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. Power can help with lighting after dark.
Do you cater in village halls?
Wherever the family gathers, with an outdoor spot for cooking.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
How long does the roast need?
Hours rather than minutes. We’ll confirm our arrival time when we quote.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. We will give you full allergen information for every dish.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. We do not provide halal meat.
About our funeral wake catering in Ratcliff
While you are at the service, the roast cooks quietly, ready for when everyone comes back. We serve without fuss and clear up quietly. Whether it is remembrance days and home wakes, we’ll put together a menu of apple sauce, salads and halloumi skewers.
In Ratcliff, a hall with outdoor space is often the easiest option. Plates come as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
- Location
- Ratcliff (E1, E14, SE16)
- Region
- Greater London
- From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Extras
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Occasions we serve in Ratcliff
Hearty food that most people like, which is what people want after a service.
However big or small the event in Ratcliff, a slow roast goes a long way. We are often asked to cater:
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- One-year memorials
- Memorial gatherings
- Family meals after a funeral
Ratcliff is on or near the A101 and A126, handy for relatives driving in.
Questions to ask before you book
- The full menu and the sides
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Whether VAT is included
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
The menu, dish by dish
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken from the rotisserie gives people a non-pork choice, turned until the skin is golden.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Coleslaw is the natural partner for a pork roll, and salads and new potatoes work well on a plate.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Stuffing normally contains gluten
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
Food is served as everyone gathers, quietly and respectfully.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Nearby places to Ratcliff
What else we do in Ratcliff
Working with your venue
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Wake catering near Ratcliff
Ratcliff is about 1 mile east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. Ratcliff and the surrounding area are covered for wakes. We cater 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
A club or hall near Ratcliff gives space for everyone and outdoor room for the roaster. If the funeral is at a church such as Royal Foundation of St Katharine, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
Here we cover the E1, E14 and SE16 postcode area, so your wake can be anywhere in it. We can cater a wake on streets such as Wharf Lane, Glamis Road and Salter Road, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the roaster. Ratcliff is on the A101 and A126, so it is easy for us to reach with the equipment. Other places close to Ratcliff we cover include Shadwell (1 mile south), East End of London (1 mile north-west), Limehouse (1 mile north-east), Stepney (1 mile north) and Wapping (1 mile west). We also serve nearby towns such as City of Westminster (5 miles west), Marylebone (4 miles west), Kensington (7 miles west), St Pancras (3 miles west), Walthamstow (5 miles north) and Hampstead (6 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find The Pumphouse Educational Museum (within half a mile south-east) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (1.1 miles south). The countryside around Ratcliff includes Lavender Pond and Tower Hill.
- Local schools include Bishop Challoner Catholic Collegiate School (less than half a mile north-west) and Stepney Jewish School (0.6 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The British Prince Public House (within half a mile north)
- Other local spots include Holy Trinity (1 mile north) and Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives (1.6 miles west)
A hog roast or other catering?
If the hall or pub provides food, ask whether outside caterers are allowed. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why us?
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Timed around your day
- An itemised quote
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
How we price a hog roast for the wake
Your quote depends on:
- Travel to Ratcliff
- Whether you want china
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Which meats and sides you choose
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Details that help
Here’s what we will ask:
- Roughly how many people
- Your date and serving time
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- Any dietary needs or allergies
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
What the cooking area needs
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Space away from the building and any trees
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- A contact for the day who is not immediate family
Ratcliff is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access can be tight: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Ratcliff
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
How it works
On the day, we set up the roaster on the agreed spot, put the cover up and start the roast. It then roasts slowly for several hours, worked back from your serving time. Most wakes in Ratcliff are held in the afternoon, which is daylight for most of the year, though in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- You tell us the date, the venue, rough numbers and when people will arrive.
- You get a quick answer on the date, and a quote.
- We set up and roast while you’re at the service.
- We serve quietly as people gather.
- We tidy up and leave without fuss.
Getting ready for the day
- Name a contact for the day
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Think about shelter for your guests
Ask for a quote
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your wake for a quote: use our quote form.
Related guides
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away