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Hog Roast for a Wake in Wilmington, East Sussex
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the wake in Wilmington and across East Sussex.
- Life celebrations
- Remembrance gatherings
- Family meals after a funeral
Book a hog roast in Wilmington
Wilmington: your questions answered
Is Wilmington close to London?
Roughly 48 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Wilmington?
Berwick (Sussex) station, about 1.8 miles north-west of the centre.
How long does the roast need?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
What space does the roaster need?
A flat, open spot outside, and a way to wheel everything in. A picture helps.
Can you roast in the rain?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
Is a week’s notice enough?
Often, yes. Get in touch when the date is set and we will tell you quickly.
What do we need to organise?
Just the venue, rough numbers and a contact for the day. We bring everything else.
Can you work around our timings?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we’ll adjust.
How our funeral wake catering works in Wilmington
We keep things simple for families: one call, one quote and quiet, reliable service. Whether it’s wakes at a local club and celebrations of life, we’ll put together a menu of new potatoes, halloumi skewers and roast pork in rolls or on plates.
For a wake near Wilmington, a farmhouse or village hall often works well. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
- Where
- Wilmington (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
What affects the price in Wilmington
We work out each quote from:
- Numbers
- Menu choices and extras
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- How easy it is to reach the spot
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, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
When you enquire, it helps to include:
- Dietary requirements
- Rough numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or BN26 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
For event organisers in Wilmington
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we’ll tell you what we can send.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Nearby places to Wilmington
Other occasions in Wilmington
Wakes in Wilmington: venues and practical details
Wilmington is about 4 miles south-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We take a hog roast for the wake to gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Wilmington. We bring hog roasts to all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Wilmington to Brighton (about 14 miles away).
For a service at a church like St Mary and St Peter's Church, choosing a wake venue nearby helps older guests. The South Downs National Park is within about 2 miles of Wilmington, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access. Wilmington is within about 6 miles of the sea.
We cover wakes in every part of BN26. Streets in the area include The Street and Ades Field, and a wake on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. If your venue is just outside Wilmington, we also cover Milton Street (1 mile south-west), Winton (2 miles west), Arlington (2 miles north), Berwick (2 miles north-west) and Lullington (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (5 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (5 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles north-west), Hailsham (4 miles north-east) and Uckfield (11 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Agricultural Museum (less than half a mile south) and Burlough Castle (1 mile west). Green spaces nearby include Combe Hill.
- Local pubs include The Sussex Ox pub (0.9 miles south-west)
A closer look at the menu
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes turn rolls into a full meal.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, so halloumi and vegetable skewers ensure they’re not left with just salad.
Step by step
Serving is straightforward: the chef carves and the team serves, and sides go out at the same time. Afterwards we clear the serving area and pack away. For a summer wake in Wilmington, there is light until about 9:15pm, so a garden gathering works well.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough 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.
How to prepare
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Who books funeral wake catering in Wilmington?
If the service runs late, the food waits.
We’re regularly asked to cater all sorts of events around Wilmington, such as:
- Remembrance days
- Remembrance gatherings
- Wakes in village halls
- Ashes ceremonies
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, the nearest station is Berwick (Sussex) station, about 1.8 miles north-west.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- What crockery is supplied
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
Space, access and the venue
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- Parking close by for our vehicle
- Somewhere indoors for people to eat
- A friend or relative we can call
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Wilmington
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Coleslaw
Is a hog roast right for your wake?
Next to booking a function room menu, a hog roast at home or a hall can be simpler and better value. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
What you get with us
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- An itemised quote
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
See how we price and what a hog roast costs.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Count anyone who does not eat pork
- Check with family about dietary needs
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
Our staff are discreet and respectful.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards