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Funeral Wake Catering in St John's
Planning a hog roast for the wake in St John's? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
- Family meals after a funeral
- Memorial events
- Gatherings after scattering ashes
A hog roast near St John's
How we price a hog roast for the wake
We don’t use a fixed price list, because every wake is different. What matters most:
- Plates or china
- Access to the cooking area
- Menu choices and extras
- The number of people
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Details that help
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- Your date and serving time
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Allergies we should know about
The quickest way to get a price is to tell us the date, where the wake is and roughly how many. A photo of the cooking area helps. Send us your details through our quote form.
Funeral wake catering near St John's
Some families choose a hog roast because it was a favourite. Tell us what matters to you and we will do our best. Whether it is celebrations of life and ashes ceremonies, we can cook rotisserie chicken, salads and new potatoes.
For a wake in a place like St John's, the village hall is frequently the heart of it, and its grounds suit the roaster. The carving happens right in front of your guests, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp, and nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
Planning the cooking spot
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Before booking, check:
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
- Somewhere indoors for people to eat
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the roaster
- Coleslaw
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Next to a cold buffet, a warm plated meal is more comforting. Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups usually cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
Why book our hog roast in St John's
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Planned to your running order
- We bring everything to cook and serve
Take a look at our prices page or our hog roast cost guide.
What we serve, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, so halloumi and vegetable skewers ensure they’re not left with just salad.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, easy to eat standing up. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
Why choose funeral wake catering in St John's?
The family can spend time with guests.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in St John's. Here are some of the most popular:
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
- Celebrations of life
- Gatherings at the family home
- Memorial events
With the A324 nearby, it is easy for family travelling by car to reach St John's.
Questions to ask before you book
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether plates or china are included
- If the price includes VAT
After a funeral in St John's
St John's is about 1 mile west of Woking, in Surrey. Thinking about a hog roast for the wake in St John's? We can help. St John's is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover.
After a service at St John's Church, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone. For family travelling by train, the closest railway station is Woking station, roughly 1.6 miles east of the centre.
Anywhere in GU21 and GU22, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Pond Road, Copse Road and Raglan Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the roaster to you. With the A324 close by, St John's is simple for us to get to with the roaster. For wakes just outside St John's, we cover Goldsworth Park (1 mile north-east), Woking (1 mile east), Westfield (2 miles south-east), Horsell (2 miles north-east) and Mimbridge (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (5 miles south), Camberley (6 miles west), Epsom (14 miles east), Farnham (11 miles south-west), Ewell (15 miles east) and Egham (8 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Brookwood Hospital (1 mile west) and The Peacocks (1.6 miles east). Open spaces near St John's include Brookwood Lye.
- Local schools include The Oaktree School (0.6 miles west) and Hoe Valley School (1.2 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Royal Oak pub (1 mile north-west)
Allergies and dietary needs
Rolls and stuffing typically contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. Other tips:
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
Our staff are discreet and respectful throughout.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
Planners, venues and businesses
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so tell them a hog roast is coming. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
If you are booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We will fit in with site rules.
How it works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. Wakes in St John's are normally in the afternoon, so light is rarely a problem, though in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- Share the date, place and numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a simple quote.
- The roast cooks while you are at the service.
- We serve calmly as people arrive.
- We clear away discreetly.
How to prepare
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
Get a quote
If you’re comparing hog roast caterers for St John's, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
St John's: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to St John's?
The closest is Woking station, roughly 1.6 miles away.
Can you do a hog roast in Brookwood Lye?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
How do you work out quantities?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so a good estimate matters. We’ll confirm the menu in the quote.
What if the service runs late?
Give us a contact for the day and we will serve when everyone is there.
What space does the roaster need?
A flat, open spot outside, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A picture helps.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Do you need anything from the family?
Just the venue, rough numbers and a contact for the day. We’ll handle the rest.
How much does a hog roast cost?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Send us the details and we’ll quote.
Nearby places to St John's
Also in St John's
- 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
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away