Hampshire · England
Funeral Wake Catering in Soake
We bring a hog roast for the wake to Soake and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Wakes in village halls
- Wakes at a local club
Slow-roasted pork in Soake
Before you choose a spot
It’s worth planning the cooking area in advance. The ideal spot has:
- Parking close by for our vehicle
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
- A contact for the day who isn’t immediate family
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
About our funeral wake catering in Soake
Wake catering across Soake and Hampshire, wherever the family gathers, with the roast cooked on site. We’re often asked to cater life celebrations and anniversary memorials, serving new potatoes, roast pork in rolls or on plates and rotisserie chicken.
For a wake near Soake, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well, with the roaster in the yard or garden. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
What a hog roast costs
Your quote depends on:
- Crockery choices
- Time on site
- The journey to the venue
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Details that help
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- The address or postcode
- A picture of the cooking area
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The date and time of the event
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Give us numbers for the alternatives
- Plates are easier for older guests than rolls
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
We serve when people arrive, quietly and respectfully.
Rotisserie chicken is a good alternative for those who don’t eat pork.
After a funeral in Soake
Soake is about 1 mile north-west of Waterlooville, in Hampshire. We’re happy to travel to Soake for wakes. Soake is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Soake to Southampton (about 15 miles away).
After a service at The Mead End, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
Wakes anywhere in PO7 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and a serving time. Local streets include Soake Road and Hambledon Road; a wake on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Nearby, we also cater wakes in Furzeley Corner (1 mile south-west), Hart Plain (1 mile east), Cowplain (1 mile east), Waterlooville (1 mile south-east) and Purbrook Heath (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Gosport (8 miles south-west), Havant (4 miles south-east), Eastleigh (14 miles west), Fareham (7 miles south-west), Hedge End (11 miles west) and Petersfield (9 miles north-east).
A little further out are Clanfield Earthwork (4.7 miles north-east) and Queen Alexandra Hospital (3.2 miles south). Within reach you will find Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Cowplain School (1.1 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Mead End pub (0.5 miles north-west)
Working with your venue
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it is worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Soake: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Soake?
Bedhampton station, about 3.7 miles south-east of the centre.
Is Soake close to London?
About 59 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We work back from your serving time.
Do you cater in village halls?
Wherever the family gathers, with an outdoor spot for cooking.
What if it rains?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
What should we sort out beforehand?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We’ll bring the rest.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
Can you do something else?
Yes, add chicken or a vegetarian option for those who need them.
Places near Soake
Also in Soake
Planning the wake in Soake
There are options for those who don’t eat pork.
Here’s what people in Soake most often book a hog roast for:
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Pub and club wakes
Relatives arriving by train should know that Bedhampton station, about 3.7 miles south-east, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Travel and any London charges
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- How many staff will carve and serve
How the day works
The secret is time: the meat cooks gently until it’s tender while the skin crisps into crackling. Then it rests briefly before our chef carves. In late September, sunset in Soake is about 7:10pm; in December, about 4:00pm, so we plan lighting for later gatherings.
- Contact us as soon as you have a date.
- We confirm the space.
- We set up and roast on the day.
- Our staff serve without fuss.
- We leave the venue tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
- Name a contact for the day
Get a quote
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Rotisserie chicken
For guests who do not eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and children normally like it too.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Why choose a hog roast in Soake?
A hog roast can sit alongside cakes and tea, which is fine with us. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
Why Soake hosts choose us
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Planned to your running order
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away