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Funeral Wake Catering for Shoreham-by-Sea
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast for the wake makes the food part of your wake in Shoreham-by-Sea.
- One-year memorials
- Wakes in village halls
- Gatherings at the family home
Funeral wake catering for Shoreham-by-Sea
Space, access and the venue
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, and a little planning goes a long way:
- A safe distance from the hall
- A short route for the equipment
- Space inside for guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
From the roaster
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
Funeral wake catering in Shoreham-by-Sea, slow-roasted on site
Wakes are often arranged at short notice. Contact us as soon as the date is set, and we will give you a quick answer. On the menu are new potatoes, apple sauce and salads, and we’re frequently booked for pub and club wakes and family get-togethers after a service.
In a town like Shoreham-by-Sea, a wake at the family home or the local hall is common. The roaster goes in the garden or the hall grounds. The carving happens right in front of your guests, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling, and nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- Location
- Shoreham-by-Sea (BN43, BN15, BN42)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Also available
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Arranging a wake in Shoreham-by-Sea
Shoreham-by-Sea is about 4 miles west of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. We’re happy to travel to Shoreham-by-Sea for wakes. We cover 371 places in West Sussex. Our bookings stretch from Shoreham-by-Sea to Brighton (about 6 miles away).
If relatives are coming by rail, there’s a station right in Shoreham-by-Sea: Shoreham-By-Sea station. Relatives driving in can use the A27 and A259 to reach Shoreham-by-Sea. The coast is within about a mile of Shoreham-by-Sea.
Wherever your wake is in BN43, BN15 and BN42, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater a wake on streets such as Adelaide Square, High Street and Rainbow Square or the roads around them, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the roaster. Shoreham-by-Sea sits on or near the A27 and A259, which makes travel to your wake easy. Other places close to Shoreham-by-Sea we cover include Old Shoreham (1 mile west), Kingston by Sea (1 mile east), Adur (1 mile north-west), Southwick (2 miles east) and Portslade (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Worthing (6 miles west), Haywards Heath (14 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles north-east), Littlehampton (12 miles west), Rustington (11 miles west) and Storrington (10 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Southlands Hospital (0.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Shoreham-by-Sea include Thundersbarrow Hill and Shoreham Beach.
- Schools near Shoreham-by-Sea include Shoreham College (1 mile east) and Shoreham Academy (1.1 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Crabtree pub (under half a mile south-west)
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Some ideas:
- Give us numbers for the alternatives
- Count anyone who doesn’t eat pork
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
Food is served as everyone gathers, calmly and without fuss.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
Your questions about a hog roast for the wake in Shoreham-by-Sea
We are gathering after a service at St Mary de Haura Church: can you cater?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with room to cook outside. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
How far is Shoreham-by-Sea from London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London.
Do we need our own staff?
You do not need anyone else: we carve, serve and tidy up.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. We can frequently serve indoors if the venue agrees.
Can you cater in Shoreham-by-Sea?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Shoreham-by-Sea and the rest of West Sussex included. Tell us the venue and we’ll quote.
What about guests who do not eat pork?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. We don’t provide halal meat.
What about guests who do not eat pork?
We can add alternatives.
Do you cater in village halls?
Wherever the family gathers, with an outdoor spot for cooking.
Organising for someone else?
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we will confirm what we can provide.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
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Why choose a hog roast in Shoreham-by-Sea?
Compared with a cold buffet, a warm plated meal is more comforting. 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, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Why us?
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Our staff serve and clear
Read our pricing or our hog roast cost guide.
Planning the wake in Shoreham-by-Sea
Hearty food that most people like, just right after a funeral.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast in Shoreham-by-Sea. Here are some of the most popular:
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Memorial gatherings
- Ashes ceremonies
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
After a service at St Mary de Haura Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
What to look for in a quote
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- VAT, if it applies
- Any travel or access charges
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
A closer look at the menu
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sage and onion stuffing and apple sauce are the classic partners, cutting through the richness of the pork.
Prices and what affects them
Each price is built from:
- Travel to Shoreham-by-Sea
- Plates or china
- Site access
- Which meats and sides you choose
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Details that help
To get the best quote, send us:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Where the event is
- Rough numbers
- Allergies we should know about
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
What happens on the day
Rain doesn’t stop the roast, because we cook under cover. It’s worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. Autumn and winter afternoons in Shoreham-by-Sea get dark early: about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December, so a later wake may need lighting outside.
- It starts with the date, venue and when people are expected.
- You get a quick answer on the date, and a quote.
- We roast quietly while the service takes place.
- Food is ready when people arrive.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Think about shelter for your guests
Ask for a quote
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Read more
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away