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Funeral Wake Catering in Witherenden Hill
Something for nearly everyone: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, with salads and potatoes on the side. Book a hog roast for the wake in Witherenden Hill.
- Family get-togethers after a service
- Gatherings at clubs and pubs
- Anniversary memorials
Funeral wake catering for Witherenden Hill
Witherenden Hill: halls, homes and travel
Witherenden Hill is about 8 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Witherenden Hill and the surrounding area are covered for wakes. Witherenden Hill is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Witherenden Hill to Brighton (about 24 miles away).
The High Weald National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Witherenden Hill, and rural venues there may have narrow lanes, so tell us about access.
Anywhere in TN19, we can bring the roaster to you. Nearby, we also cater wakes in Holton Hill (1 mile south-east), Stonegate (2 miles north-east), Shover's Green (3 miles north), Wallcrouch (3 miles north-east) and Birchett's Green (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south-east), Hailsham (11 miles south), Crowborough (8 miles west), St Leonards (14 miles south-east) and Uckfield (11 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Old Castle (4.4 miles south) and Ticehurst House Hospital (3.4 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Bewl Water.
About our funeral wake catering in Witherenden Hill
After a funeral in Witherenden Hill, people need somewhere to gather and something warm to eat. A hog roast is simple, hearty food that most people enjoy, and it takes the cooking off the family. We serve salads, apple sauce and roast pork in rolls or on plates, and we’re often booked for remembrance gatherings and wakes in village halls.
Near Witherenden Hill, wakes are frequently at home or in the hall. Let us know about access. Everything is cooked on the day, at your venue, low and slow, for hours, and carved only when you’re ready to eat.
- Where
- Witherenden Hill (TN19)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Also available
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
About the food
Roast pork
Our chef carves the pork as it is needed, so it stays hot and juicy.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Apple sauce brings sweetness and sharpness are the traditional pairing. Note that stuffing usually contains gluten.
Who books funeral wake catering in Witherenden Hill?
It is simple, warm, familiar food, just right after a funeral.
We’re regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Witherenden Hill, such as:
- Celebrations of life
- Wakes at a local club
- Ashes ceremonies
- Home wakes
For anyone coming to the funeral by train, Stonegate station is about 0.9 miles away.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- How dietary needs are handled
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Find out who would prefer chicken or a vegetarian option
- Older guests may prefer food on plates
- Ask close family about dietary needs
- Give us numbers for the alternatives
We dress smartly and keep a low profile.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Witherenden Hill: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Witherenden Hill?
The closest is Stonegate station, roughly 0.9 miles away.
Is Witherenden Hill close to London?
About 39 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is it a sit-down meal?
We serve on plates, with china as an option.
What should we provide?
Not much: the space and a contact.
What happens in bad weather?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
Do you cover Witherenden Hill?
We do. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will check the date.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. We will give you full allergen information for every dish.
How much room do you need?
A level, open area outdoors with room for the roaster, a gazebo and a carving table, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We’ll confirm the space with your quote.
Before you choose a spot
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, so a few things are worth checking:
- One contact on the day
- Space away from the building and any trees
- Approval from the landlord or committee
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
From the roaster
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
What a hog roast costs
Each price is built from:
- Crockery choices
- Travel to Witherenden Hill
- The number of people
- Which meats and sides you choose
Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. Every event gets its own quote, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to include:
- The address or postcode
- What the outdoor space is like
- Rough numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Every wake is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your wake for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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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. Most wakes in Witherenden Hill are held in the afternoon, which is daylight for most of the year, but by late December it’s dark at about 3:55pm.
- Tell us the date, venue and rough numbers.
- We confirm availability and send a simple quote.
- We roast quietly during the service.
- Food is ready as guests gather.
- We pack up quietly.
Before we arrive
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
Get a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
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Working with your venue
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
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.
Why choose a hog roast in Witherenden Hill?
Next to booking a function room menu, a hog roast at a hall is often simpler. For larger numbers, a hog roast is typically good value, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Why us?
- All the equipment comes with us
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Carved to order by a chef
- Served at the time you choose
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards