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Hog Roast for a Wake in Westhumble, Surrey
Funeral wake catering in Westhumble: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Remembrance days
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Gatherings at the family home
Slow-roasted pork in Westhumble
Wakes in Westhumble: venues and practical details
Westhumble is about 2 miles north of Dorking, in Surrey. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Westhumble. Westhumble is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our bookings stretch from Westhumble to Guildford (10 miles away).
For a service at a church like Church of St Michael, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Westhumble, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Anywhere in RH5, we can roast on site for your guests. Whether your wake is on Adlers Lane, Chapel Lane and Burney Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the roaster to you. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Pixham (1 mile south-east), Mickleham (1 mile north-east), Ranmore Common (2 miles south-west), Dorking (2 miles south) and Westcott (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (10 miles west), Woking (11 miles north-west), Epsom (6 miles north-east), Horley (9 miles south-east), Redhill (7 miles east) and Ewell (8 miles north-east).
A little further out are Headley Court (3.6 miles north-east) and Betchworth Castle (1.9 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
- Nearby schools include St Martin's CofE Controlled Primary School (1.2 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find Stepping Stones pub (under half a mile east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Pippbrook House (1.2 miles south)
How our funeral wake catering works in Westhumble
Wake catering across Westhumble and Surrey, wherever the family gathers, with the roast cooked on site. Whether it’s gatherings at the family home and scattering-of-ashes gatherings, we can cook salads, roast pork in rolls or on plates and new potatoes.
Near Westhumble, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Tell us about lanes and the ground. We plan the timings around your day, because the roast has to start hours before you eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
Who books funeral wake catering in Westhumble?
If the service runs late, the food waits.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Westhumble:
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Home wakes
- Memorial events
For family travelling by train, Box Hill & Westhumble station serves Westhumble directly.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- How many staff will carve and serve
- Whether travel is included
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
Looking after everyone
Rolls and stuffing typically contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. Other tips:
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Keep the alternatives labelled
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
If the service runs late, we wait; just let us know.
Serve on plates with salads and potatoes for a sit-down meal.
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What else we do in Westhumble
Planning the cooking spot
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- Space inside for guests
- Permission from the hall or venue
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
About the food
Stuffing and apple sauce
Stuffing and a dollop of apple sauce turn a pork roll into a hog roast roll, just as they should.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
Organising for someone else?
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Marquee suppliers typically set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
Compared with a venue’s set menu, a hog roast at a hall is often simpler. Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. Slow roasting means we’re on site for much of the day, and the quote reflects that.
Why book our hog roast in Westhumble
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- Planned to your running order
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
Common questions in Westhumble
Is Westhumble too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can you cater after a service at Church of St Michael?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Churches rarely have space for a hog roast, so the food is usually elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. Serving indoors is typically fine if the venue is happy.
Can you cater at home?
Wherever the family gathers, with an outdoor spot for cooking.
What do you need from us on the day?
Only the space and a contact number. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
What if things run late?
We’ll be as flexible as we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will fit around changes.
What’s included?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
How quickly can you cater a wake?
Frequently, yes. Contact us when the date is set and we’ll tell you quickly.
What a hog roast costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Which meats and sides you choose
- The journey to the venue
- How easy it is to reach the spot
The main driver is numbers: the price per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
What we need to know
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Dietary requirements
- A picture of the cooking area
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Rough numbers
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. Send us your details through our quote form.
The process
Carving is part of the show: the hog is carved in front of your guests, with crackling for everyone who wants it. For a summer wake in Westhumble, there is light until about 9:20pm, so people can spill into the garden.
- Share the date, place and numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a simple quote.
- The roast cooks while you’re at the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We clear away discreetly.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Think about shelter for your guests
How to get a price
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your wake: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away