Kent · England
Funeral Wake Catering in Upper Ifield
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Funeral wake catering in Upper Ifield.
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Wakes in village halls
- Remembrance days
Planning an event in Upper Ifield?
How our funeral wake catering works in Upper Ifield
We know families have a lot to arrange: a short conversation, a clear quote and a calm service on the day. Popular choices include rotisserie chicken, roast pork in rolls or on plates and halloumi skewers, and we’re regularly asked to cater remembrance days and church and village hall wakes.
Near Upper Ifield, wakes are often at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
Why choose a hog roast in Upper Ifield?
If the venue has its own caterer, check whether we can cater there. Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. A long, slow roast means an early start, which is built into the price.
Why book our hog roast in Upper Ifield
- Our staff serve and clear
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Served at the time you choose
Take a look at our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Keep the alternatives labelled
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Plates are easier for older guests than rolls
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
We set up quietly and start the roast early, well away from the entrance.
Add chicken as an alternative.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
What we serve, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken from the rotisserie gives people a non-pork choice, roasted until golden.
Wakes in Upper Ifield: venues and practical details
Upper Ifield is about 2 miles south-east of Gravesend, in Kent. From village halls to gardens and fields, wakes around Upper Ifield suit a hog roast. We bring hog roasts to all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 23 miles away.
Relatives arriving by train should know that the closest railway station is Higham station, roughly 2.2 miles north-east of the centre.
We cover wakes in every part of the DA12 postcode area and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Shorne (1 mile east), Shorne Ridgeway (1 mile south-east), Thong (1 mile west), Chalk (1 mile north) and Higham (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles east), Dartford (9 miles west), Sevenoaks (14 miles south-west), Northfleet (3 miles north-west) and Swanley (11 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Gravesham Community Hospital (3.1 miles north-west) and Gravesham Museum (3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Upper Ifield include Sawyers Lake and Rede Common.
- Nearby schools include Thamesview School (1.2 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Rose and Crown pub (0.5 miles east)
Space, access and the venue
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way:
- Somewhere indoors for people to eat
- A contact for the day who is not immediate family
- Flat ground outside the hall or house
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Upper Ifield
- Coleslaw
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
Prices and what affects them
Things that change the price:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Menu choices and extras
- The number of people
- Distance from us
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What to tell us
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- A photo of the cooking area
- Any venue rules
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- Where the event is
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the wake is and roughly how many. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Fill in our quote form.
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FAQs for Upper Ifield
Could you cook in Shorne Woods Country Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
How far is Upper Ifield from London?
About 23 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Can you cater at home?
At home, a hall, a club or a venue, given an outdoor cooking area.
Do you come to Upper Ifield?
We do. Send us the address and we’ll confirm availability.
What do you need from us on the day?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
Can you do something else?
Yes, add chicken or a vegetarian option.
How do you work out quantities?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
Who books funeral wake catering in Upper Ifield?
We serve calmly and clear away discreetly.
Whatever the occasion in Upper Ifield, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. Bookings frequently include:
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Gatherings at the family home
- Memorial events
- Ashes ceremonies
Families holding a service at Church of St Peter and St Paul often gather afterwards at a nearby hall, where the roast can be ready.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- The menu, including sides and any extras
How it works
Serving is straightforward: our chef carves and our staff fill the rolls or plates, and sides go out at the same time. Afterwards we clear the serving area and pack away. Summer evenings in Upper Ifield stay light until about 9:20pm, so a garden gathering works well.
- Contact us when the date is set.
- We check the cooking spot with the venue.
- We set up and roast on the day.
- We serve quietly.
- We tidy up and go.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Gather dietary requirements early
How to get a price
Every wake is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your wake for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Related guides
- 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
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards