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Hog Roast for a Wake in Upper Walthamstow, Greater London
Planning a hog roast for the wake in Upper Walthamstow? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and carve when you’re ready to eat.
- Home wakes
- Memorial events
- One-year memorials
Planning an event in Upper Walthamstow?
The process
Rain does not stop the roast, because we cook under cover. Your guests will still want somewhere dry to eat, such as a marquee, hall or barn. Summer evenings in Upper Walthamstow 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 leave the venue tidy.
How to prepare
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
How to get a price
The quickest way to get a price is to send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of the cooking area helps. Fill in our quote form.
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Funeral wake catering in Upper Walthamstow, slow-roasted on site
Services can run over, and that is fine: we’ll hold the food until people arrive. Name someone we can call on the day. Typical bookings include gatherings at clubs and pubs and family meals after a funeral, serving roast pork in rolls or on plates, rotisserie chicken and halloumi skewers.
Wakes in Upper Walthamstow are often at home, a church hall or a pub with a garden. We need an outdoor spot to cook. Timings are planned around your wake, working back from when you want to eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
- Area
- Upper Walthamstow (E17, E18, E10)
- Region
- Greater London
- Menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Extras
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What affects the price in Upper Walthamstow
Your quote depends on:
- Plates or china
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Time on site
- The number of people
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Details that help
When you enquire, please mention:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- An estimate of numbers
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your wake: use our quote form.
Why choose funeral wake catering in Upper Walthamstow?
We serve calmly and clear away discreetly.
Our roaster has been booked for a wide mix of occasions near Upper Walthamstow, including:
- Scattering-of-ashes gatherings
- Memorial gatherings
- Remembrance days
- Church and village hall wakes
If there isn’t room at home, a hall or club near Upper Walthamstow may suit.
What your quote should include
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Allergen information for every dish
After a funeral in Upper Walthamstow
Upper Walthamstow is about 1 mile east of Walthamstow, in Greater London. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Upper Walthamstow and the surrounding area. We cater 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 7 miles away.
For family travelling by train, Wood Street station serves Upper Walthamstow directly. For a service at a church like Church of St Peter in the Forest, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
Here we cover the E17, E18 and E10 postcode area, so your wake can be anywhere in it. From Elm Road, Avon Road and Church Lane or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Close by, we cover wakes in Snaresbrook (1 mile east), Walthamstow Village (1 mile west), Bakers Arms (1 mile south-west), South Woodford (1 mile north-east) and Walthamstow (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in London (7 miles south-west), City of Westminster (8 miles south-west), Marylebone (8 miles south-west), Kensington (11 miles south-west), St Pancras (7 miles south-west) and Shoreditch (5 miles south-west).
A little further out are Municipal Borough of Walthamstow (0.7 miles west) and Walthamstow Pump House Museum (1.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Ainslie Wood and Hollow Pond.
- Nearby schools include Warwick School for Boys (less than half a mile south-west) and Holy Family Catholic School (0.5 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Flower Pot pub (under half a mile west)
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Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Request gluten-free rolls
Afterwards we pack up quietly.
China crockery is available on request.
Working with your venue
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Space, access and the venue
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- Approval from the landlord or committee
- A level outdoor area
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
As a London location, Upper Walthamstow is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access takes planning: let us know how we reach the cooking spot and where we can park.
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
From the roaster
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
What we serve, dish by dish
Stuffing and apple sauce
Apple sauce brings sweetness and sharpness go with the pork perfectly. Stuffing normally contains gluten.
Roast pork
Everything starts with the slow-roasted pork: carved in front of you, a mix of shoulder and leg, straight from the roaster.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Some families mix a hog roast with cakes brought by friends, which is fine with us. What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. Slow roasting means we are on site for much of the day, which is built into the price.
Why book with us
- An itemised quote
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Common questions in Upper Walthamstow
Could you cook in Lloyd Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Check with them first.
Which station is closest to Upper Walthamstow?
Wood Street station, in Upper Walthamstow itself.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
Outside, always. The food can be carried in and served indoors where the venue allows.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Do you come to Upper Walthamstow?
We do. Send us the address and we will check the date.
What should we provide?
Only the place, numbers and a contact. We’ll handle the rest.
What about coeliacs?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. You will get allergen details for everything.
Is there a non-pork option?
There are lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options: spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan burger or sausage. We do not offer halal meat.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away