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Funeral Wake Catering for Somerley
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the wake in Somerley and across West Sussex.
- Pub and club wakes
- Church and village hall wakes
- Family get-togethers after a service
Slow-roasted pork in Somerley
Funeral wake catering in Somerley, carved to order
Roast pork with salads, new potatoes and coleslaw makes a proper meal. Chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option are there for anyone who does not eat pork. On the menu are new potatoes, apple sauce and rotisserie chicken, and we are often booked for remembrance gatherings and celebration-of-life gatherings.
For a wake near Somerley, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well, with the roaster in the yard or garden. You will know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed.
- Area
- Somerley (PO20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Also available
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Wake catering near Somerley
Somerley is about 4 miles north-west of Selsey, in West Sussex. From village halls to gardens and fields, wakes around Somerley suit a hog roast. We bring hog roasts to all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Somerley to Southampton (26 miles away).
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Fishbourne station, about 4 miles north, is the nearest station. Somerley is within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal halls can be breezy, so we choose a sheltered cooking spot.
Anywhere in PO20, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your wake could be at a house on Bell Lane and Hundredsteddle Lane, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. We also bring hog roasts to wakes in Almodington (1 mile south-east), Birdham (1 mile north-east), Shipton Green (1 mile north-west), Earnley (1 mile south) and East Wittering (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (7 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (4 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (6 miles north-west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Chichester Castle (4.9 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (5.2 miles north-east). The countryside around Somerley includes Pilsey Island.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Birdham Public House (1 mile north-east)
Places near Somerley
What else we do in Somerley
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- A friend or relative we can call
- Clearance from walls and branches
- A hall or room for eating
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Somerley
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
Organising for someone else?
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Let us know what your event requires and we will tell you what we can send.
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and tell us what they ask for.
Common questions in Somerley
Can you roast near the sea around Somerley?
Yes. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Which station is closest to Somerley?
Fishbourne station, about 4 miles north of the centre.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
We will always try. Send the date and venue and we’ll reply promptly.
Do you need power or water?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Tell us what’s available and we will plan around it.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the roast to your numbers, so tell us your best estimate. We’ll confirm the menu in the quote.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
DIY machine hire is available. We’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Where can you serve a wake?
Wherever the family gathers, with an outdoor spot for cooking.
What about coeliacs?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. We’ll give you full allergen information for every dish.
Looking after everyone
Some guests won’t eat pork, so it is worth adding an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Give us numbers for the alternatives
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
Our staff are discreet and respectful throughout.
Plates and sides make it a full meal.
Who books funeral wake catering in Somerley?
It copes with timings that shift.
In Somerley and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Remembrance days
- Family meals after a funeral
- Life celebrations
If the funeral is at a church such as St James' Church, a hall or home nearby keeps the journey to the wake short.
What your quote should include
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- Allergen information for every dish
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether plates or china are included
About the food
Stuffing and apple sauce
Stuffing and a dollop of apple sauce make the roll.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes to make it a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
What affects the price in Somerley
The price comes down to:
- Numbers
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Travel to Somerley
- Whether you want china
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’re paying for.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- What the outdoor space is like
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Your date and serving time
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.
The process
Slow roasting is the whole point: the meat cooks gently until it is tender while the skin crisps into crackling. It rests for a short while before carving. Autumn and winter afternoons in Somerley get dark early: about 7:05pm in late September and 4:00pm in December, so we plan lighting for later gatherings.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a simple quote.
- The roast cooks while you’re at the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We pack up quietly.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
Getting a price
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
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A hog roast or other catering?
Next to a cold buffet, roast pork on a plate with potatoes is more filling. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why us?
- Timed around your day
- Serving and clearing done for you
- A clear quote with everything listed
- We bring everything to cook and serve
Read our prices page or the cost guide.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards