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Funeral Wake Catering in West Bedfont
We bring a hog roast for the wake across West Bedfont and Surrey, roasting on site and carving to order, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Family meals after a funeral
- Ashes ceremonies
- Memorial events
Funeral wake catering in West Bedfont
Planning the wake in West Bedfont
There are options for those who don’t eat pork.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Typical bookings include:
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Anniversary memorials
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Memorial gatherings
For family travelling by train, Heathrow Terminal 4 Rail station is about 1 mile away.
Before you book anyone
- If the price includes VAT
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Funeral wake catering in West Bedfont, carved to order
Wake catering across West Bedfont and Surrey, at homes, halls and venues, with the roast cooked on site. On the menu are new potatoes, roast pork in rolls or on plates and salads, and we’re regularly asked to cater remembrance gatherings and ashes ceremonies.
In rural West Bedfont, home or the hall is usual. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed.
Wakes in West Bedfont: venues and practical details
West Bedfont is about 1 mile north of Ashford, in Surrey. Planning a hog roast for the wake in West Bedfont? We cover the whole area. West Bedfont is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our bookings stretch from West Bedfont to Guildford (15 miles away).
After a service at Church of St Mary, a wake at a hall or home close by means less travelling for everyone.
We bring hog roasts to wakes all over TW19 and TW6. Whether your wake is on Short Lane, The Nightingales and Long Lane or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. For wakes just outside West Bedfont, we cover Stanwell (1 mile west), Bedfont (1 mile east), Heathrow (1 mile north-east), Ashford (1 mile south) and Ashford Common (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (15 miles south), Woking (10 miles south-west), Camberley (14 miles south-west), Epsom (12 miles south-east), Ewell (11 miles south-east) and Egham (4 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Spelthorne Museum (2.5 miles south-west) and Ashford Hospital (0.7 miles south). Open spaces near West Bedfont include Staines Reservoirs and Crane Meadows.
- Schools near West Bedfont include Thomas Knyvett College (0.8 miles south) and Spelthorne College (1.1 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find The Swan Public House (0.8 miles north-west)
Where the roaster can go in West Bedfont
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
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the roaster
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- New potatoes
The process
The secret is time: the meat cooks gently until it’s tender while the skin turns into crackling. Then it rests briefly before our chef carves. Wakes in West Bedfont are usually in the afternoon, so light is rarely a problem, though in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- Get in touch when the date is set.
- We check the cooking spot with the venue.
- We cook on site.
- Our staff serve without fuss.
- We leave the venue tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
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More for events in West Bedfont
Planners, venues and businesses
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.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
How we price a hog roast for the wake
The price comes down to:
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Whether you want china
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- Rough numbers
- Where the event is
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- The date and time of the event
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to a cold buffet, roast pork on a plate with potatoes is more filling. UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
Why book our hog roast in West Bedfont
- An itemised quote
- All the equipment comes with us
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
See our pricing and the cost guide.
Allergies and dietary needs
Most people love a hog roast, but it’s pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
Our staff are discreet and respectful throughout.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
About the food
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, perfect for eating on the move. Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A plant-based burger or sausage covers vegans, served in a roll with salads.
FAQs for West Bedfont
Which station is closest to West Bedfont?
Heathrow Terminal 4 Rail station, about 1 mile north-east of the centre.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Mary: can you cater?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What’s included?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Do you serve the food?
Our chef carves and our staff serve, then clear the serving area afterwards.
Can you cater a wake at short notice?
Usually. Get in touch when the date is set and we will answer straight away.
Can you roast in the rain?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain isn’t a problem for the roast. Somewhere covered for people to eat helps.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
What space does the roaster need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, and a way to wheel everything in. Send us a picture if you are unsure.
- 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 by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away