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Funeral Wake Catering in Wadhurst
Looking for a hog roast for the wake in Wadhurst? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and carve when you are ready to eat.
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Remembrance days
- Wakes in village halls
A hog roast near Wadhurst
Wake catering near Wadhurst
Wadhurst is about 6 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. Our roaster is a regular sight at wakes around Wadhurst, from gardens to fields. Wadhurst is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cater. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 26 miles away.
Relatives driving in can use the B2099 and B2100 to reach Wadhurst. If relatives are coming by rail, Wadhurst station is about 1 mile away. The High Weald National Landscape is within about a mile of Wadhurst, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Anywhere in TN5, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a wake in a garden on Green Square, High Street and Old Station Road, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Wadhurst sits on or near the B2099 and B2100, so getting the roaster to your wake is simple. We also bring hog roasts to wakes in Pell Green (1 mile north-east), Best Beech Hill (1 mile west), Newbury's (1 mile north-east), Cousley Wood (2 miles north-east) and Shover's Green (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Hailsham (14 miles south), Crowborough (7 miles west), Uckfield (12 miles south-west), Heathfield (8 miles south-west), Upper Horsebridge (13 miles south) and Hellingly (13 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.1 miles east) and Old Scotney Castle (3.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
- Nearby schools include Uplands Community College (0.5 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find White Hart pub (under half a mile south-east)
About our funeral wake catering in Wadhurst
We roast quietly on site while the service takes place, ready for when everyone comes back. Our staff serve calmly and clear away discreetly. We’re frequently asked to cater family get-togethers after a service and remembrance days, serving rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and roast pork in rolls or on plates.
In Wadhurst, the hall is often where people gather. Our chef carves in front of your guests, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp.
- Location
- Wadhurst (TN5)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Alongside
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
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 Wadhurst are usually in the afternoon, so light is rarely a problem, but by late December it is dark at about 3:55pm.
- Contact us when the date is set.
- We confirm the space.
- We set up and roast on the day.
- We serve quietly.
- We tidy up and go.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
How to get a price
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
Planning help
What affects the price in Wadhurst
Your quote depends on:
- Crockery choices
- Distance from us
- Menu choices and extras
- Access to the cooking area
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
What we need to know
These are the details we need:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- The venue or postcode
- An estimate of numbers
- Anything the venue has asked for
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
For event organisers in Wadhurst
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Events we cater in Wadhurst
Quiet, respectful service.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Wadhurst. Here are some of the most popular:
- Memorial gatherings
- One-year memorials
- Hall gatherings after a service
- Pub and club wakes
For a service at a church like The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether travel is included
- Allergen information for every dish
- The menu, including sides and any extras
Wadhurst questions
Do you cater at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Is Wadhurst close to London?
Roughly 35 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you work around our timings?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and a cooked roast can be held for a while if things run late.
Is it a sit-down meal?
Plates come as standard, and china is available on request.
Do you serve the food?
No need for your own staff: our chef carves and our team serves and clears.
What comes with the hog roast?
Rolls with roast pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. You can add lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options, salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do we need to provide electricity?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Tell us what’s available and we will plan around it.
Where can you serve a wake?
Wherever the family gathers, with an outdoor spot for cooking.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Rather than relatives cooking, we take the cooking off the family’s hands. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
Why Wadhurst hosts choose us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Planned to your running order
- We bring everything to cook and serve
Read our prices page or our hog roast cost guide.
Where the roaster can go in Wadhurst
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Before booking, check:
- Parking close by for our vehicle
- Space away from the building and any trees
- A friend or relative we can call
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Wadhurst
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Coleslaw
- Salads
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Check with family about dietary needs
We clear away discreetly once everyone has eaten.
Add chicken as an alternative.
What comes off the roaster
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Coleslaw is the natural partner for a pork roll, and salads and new potatoes work well on a plate.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Everything goes into a soft roll, perfect for eating on the move. Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Also near Wadhurst
More for events in Wadhurst
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away