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Hog Roast for a Wake in Shanklin, Isle of Wight
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the wake in Shanklin and across the Isle of Wight.
- One-year memorials
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
- Wakes at a local club
Book a hog roast in Shanklin
Funeral wake catering near Shanklin
Some families choose a hog roast because it was a favourite. Let us know if there’s anything special and we’ll do our best. Whether it is wakes in village halls and gatherings after a cremation, we’ll put together a menu of halloumi skewers, rotisserie chicken and salads for your guests.
In Shanklin, the hall is often where people gather, and its grounds suit the roaster. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish before you book.
- Location
- Shanklin (PO37, PO36)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- Menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Occasions we serve in Shanklin
Alternatives are available.
Whatever the occasion in Shanklin, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. Bookings often include:
- Wakes in village halls
- Celebrations of life
- Family meals after a funeral
- Pub and club wakes
With the A3020 and A3055 nearby, it’s easy for family travelling by car to reach Shanklin.
Before you book anyone
- Whether plates or china are included
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- What the price includes, item by item
After a funeral in Shanklin
Shanklin is about 6 miles south of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. Shanklin is well within our area for wakes and the places nearby. We bring hog roasts to 125 places in the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 22 miles away.
A club or hall near Shanklin gives space for everyone and outdoor room for the roaster. If relatives are coming by rail, Shanklin station serves Shanklin directly. The coast is within about 3 miles of Shanklin, and coastal halls can be breezy, so we choose a sheltered cooking spot.
Wherever your wake is in PO37 and PO36, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your wake is on High Street, Church Road and Regent Street or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the roaster to you. You’ll find Shanklin on the A3020 and A3055, which makes the journey straightforward. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Luccombe Village (1 mile south), Lake (1 mile north), Sandown (2 miles north-east), Queen's Bower (2 miles north) and Alverstone (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (7 miles north-west), Ryde (6 miles north), Cowes (10 miles north-west), Ventnor (3 miles south-west), East Cowes (10 miles north-west) and Oakfield (6 miles north). Being one of the Isle of Wight’s larger places, Shanklin has lots of places with room for a hog roast. For a wake at a remote spot, let us know early and we’ll plan the trip.
Other landmarks nearby include South Wight (2.4 miles south-west) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (less than half a mile north). Green spaces nearby include Alverstone Mead and St Boniface Down.
- Schools near Shanklin include Sandown Bay Academy (1.9 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Falcon pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Step by step
We arrive hours before you want to eat, since slow roasting cannot be rushed. The smell generally brings people over long before we carve. Summer evenings in Shanklin stay light until about 9:20pm, so a garden gathering works well.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough numbers.
- We reply quickly with a price.
- We roast quietly during the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We pack up quietly.
Preparing for the day
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
- Gather dietary requirements early
How to get a price
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
What affects the price in Shanklin
Here’s what affects the price:
- Whether you want china
- Site access
- Which meats and sides you choose
- How long the roast and service take
For larger numbers, a hog roast is usually good value, because one whole roast feeds plenty of people. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any venue rules
- Your menu choices
- Roughly how many people
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat. We will check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
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Planning the cooking spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- A short route for the equipment
- A hall or room for eating
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
Shanklin is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we’ll plan the journey.
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
From the roaster
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
Organising for someone else?
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
FAQs for Shanklin
Can you roast near the sea around Shanklin?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Which station is closest to Shanklin?
Shanklin station, in Shanklin itself.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Each event is priced on its own, based on numbers, menu, service time and distance. Tell us about your wake for a quote.
Can you serve on plates?
We serve on plates, with china as an option.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Who serves?
We carve and serve for you, and we clear up when service is finished.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. We can often serve indoors if the venue agrees.
What about guests who do not eat pork?
Yes, add chicken or a vegetarian option.
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with sandwich platters, hot food feels more caring, especially in colder months. What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. A long, slow roast means an early start, which is built into the price.
Why book with us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Planned to your running order
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
Take a look at how we price and what a hog roast costs.
Planning for dietary needs
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Give us numbers for the alternatives
We hold the food if people are delayed.
Add chicken as an alternative.
What we serve, dish by dish
Rotisserie chicken
Golden rotisserie chicken can be served in a roll or on a plate alongside the pork.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Stuffing and a dollop of apple sauce make the roll, just as they should.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards