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Hog Roast for a Wake in Wissenden, Kent
Looking for a hog roast for the wake in Wissenden? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
- Wakes at home
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Church and village hall wakes
Funeral wake catering in Wissenden
Wakes in Wissenden: venues and practical details
Wissenden is about 6 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Wherever your wake is in Wissenden, we can bring the roaster, given a suitable outdoor cooking area. Wissenden is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 18 miles away.
Wherever your wake is in TN26, we can roast on site for your guests. Neighbouring places where we cater wakes include Maltman's Hill (1 mile north), Bethersden (1 mile south-east), Further Quarter (2 miles south-west), Chambers' Green (2 miles north-east) and Fir Toll (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (12 miles north-west), Ashford (6 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north), Faversham (14 miles north-east), Davington (14 miles north-east) and Foley Park (13 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Benenden Hospital (6 miles south-west) and Romden Castle (1 mile north-west).
How our funeral wake catering works in Wissenden
A wake in Wissenden is a chance to gather, talk and share a warm meal. Roast pork in a roll or on a plate is comforting and familiar, and it takes the cooking off the family. On the menu are halloumi skewers, new potatoes and apple sauce, and typical bookings are for home wakes and one-year memorials.
In a small place like Wissenden, a wake might be at home, in a barn or at the village hall. Let us know about access. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
The process
Slow roasting is the whole point: hours of gentle heat make the pork soft and juicy while the skin crisps into crackling. It rests for a short while before carving. For a summer wake in Wissenden, there’s light until about 9:15pm, so a garden gathering works well.
- You tell us the date, the venue, rough numbers and when people will arrive.
- We check the date and the cooking spot, then send a simple quote.
- We set up and roast while you’re at the service.
- Food is ready when people arrive.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
Preparing for the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
Get a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
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How we price a hog roast for the wake
Here’s what affects the price:
- Numbers
- Time on site
- Whether you want china
- Which meats and sides you choose
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Details that help
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- Your date and serving time
- What the outdoor space is like
- The venue or postcode
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Towns and villages near Wissenden
What else we do in Wissenden
Planning the wake in Wissenden
Hearty food that most people like, which is what people want after a service.
Here’s what people in Wissenden most often book a hog roast for:
- Church and village hall wakes
- Gatherings after a cremation
- Celebrations of life
- Wakes at home
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Pluckley station is about 1.5 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- If the price includes VAT
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- What crockery is supplied
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Some guests won’t eat pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Plates are easier for older guests than rolls
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Plan separately if anyone needs halal food
- Count anyone who doesn’t eat pork
We serve when people arrive, calmly and without fuss.
Add chicken as an alternative.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Vehicle access near the cooking area
- Flat ground outside the hall or house
- A safe distance from the hall
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
A hog roast compared with other options
Rather than relatives cooking, a catered hog roast lets everyone be together. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why us?
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
See how we price or what a hog roast costs.
For event organisers in Wissenden
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Wissenden questions
Is Wissenden close to London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London.
What’s the nearest station to Wissenden?
Pluckley station, about 1.5 miles north-east of the centre.
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 photo if you are unsure.
How do you work out quantities?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so tell us your best estimate. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
Can you serve on plates?
Either: plates with sides or simple rolls.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
What should we provide?
Only the place, numbers and a contact. We’ll handle the rest.
What if it rains?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
What we serve, dish by dish
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls or plates? Rolls are quicker; plates suit a sit-down meal, with gluten-free rolls on request.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards