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Funeral Wake Catering for The Platt
Funeral wake catering in The Platt: pork roasted slowly for hours at your venue, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Ashes ceremonies
- Church and village hall wakes
- Home wakes
Funeral wake catering in The Platt
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
- Give us numbers for the alternatives
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Request gluten-free rolls
Our staff are discreet and respectful throughout.
Rotisserie chicken is a good alternative for those who don’t eat pork.
How our funeral wake catering works in The Platt
Wakes in The Platt happen at homes, halls, clubs and pubs. Wherever it is, the roaster cooks outdoors under cover, and we serve indoors where the venue allows. For hall gatherings after a service and family meals after a funeral, we can cook roast pork in rolls or on plates, halloumi skewers and salads.
For a wake near The Platt, a farmhouse or village hall frequently works well. Our chef carves in front of your guests, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling.
What a hog roast costs
The price comes down to:
- Time on site
- Travel to The Platt
- How many people are eating
- Plates or china
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
What to tell us
When you enquire, it helps to include:
- The date and time of the event
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- An estimate of numbers
When you are weighing up caterers, ask each one exactly what’s included. Ours lists it clearly. To get yours, send us your details through our quote form.
The process
We cook on a gas-fired roaster, so cooking does not depend on mains power; a nearby socket helps with lights if service runs into the evening. Most wakes in The Platt are held in the afternoon, so light is rarely a problem, though in December it is dark by about 3:55pm.
- You tell us the date, the venue, rough numbers and when people will arrive.
- We confirm availability and send a price.
- We roast quietly while the service takes place.
- We serve when everyone arrives, calmly and without fuss.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
How to prepare
- Name a contact for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Think about shelter for your guests
Getting a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
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Arranging a wake in The Platt
The Platt is about 4 miles south of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. From village halls to gardens and fields, wakes around The Platt suit a hog roast. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our bookings stretch from The Platt to Brighton (about 25 miles away).
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the closest railway station is Frant station, roughly 1.7 miles north-east of the centre. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 4 miles of The Platt, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Wherever your wake is in TN3, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. For wakes just outside The Platt, we cover Frant (1 mile north), Mark Cross (2 miles south), Eridge Green (2 miles north-west), Town Row (3 miles south-west) and Tidebrook (3 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Sevenoaks (14 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles north), Tonbridge (8 miles north), Kings Hill (14 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (8 miles north-east) and Southborough (5 miles north).
A little further out are Tunbridge Wells Homeopathic Hospital (3.4 miles north) and The Corn Exchange (2.9 miles north). Within reach you will find Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
- Local pubs include The George Public House (0.9 miles north)
Planners, venues and businesses
Marquee suppliers generally set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Where the roaster can go in The Platt
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Before booking, check:
- A level spot outdoors for the roaster
- A contact for the day who isn’t immediate family
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
The Platt questions
Which station is closest to The Platt?
The closest is Frant station, roughly 1.7 miles away.
How far is The Platt from London?
Roughly 33 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is there an alternative to pork?
We can add alternatives.
Do you come to The Platt?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, The Platt and the rest of Kent included. Send us the address for a quote.
How much room do you need?
A level, open area outdoors with room for the roaster, a gazebo and a carving table, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We will confirm the space with your quote.
What if things run late?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will adjust.
How long does the roast need?
Hours rather than minutes. We’ll confirm our arrival time when we quote.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
The menu, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A plant-based burger or sausage covers vegans, served in a roll with salads.
Other occasions in The Platt
A hog roast or other catering?
Next to sandwiches, hot food feels more caring, especially in colder months. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book with us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Served at the time you choose
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Read our prices page or our hog roast cost guide.
Events we cater in The Platt
We serve calmly and clear away discreetly.
Whatever the occasion in The Platt, a slow roast goes a long way. Bookings often include:
- Memorial gatherings
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Celebration-of-life gatherings
- Ashes ceremonies
For a service at a church like The Parish Church of St Alban, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
What to look for in a quote
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- The space, cover and access they need
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away