Celebrate a loved one with wake venues near you at Hungry Horse
Saying goodbye to someone special at a funeral is never easy, but finding a good wake venue can help to give them the proper send-off they truly deserve.At Hungry Horse, we're here for the big life moments, through the ups and the downs. And plenty of our pubs have function rooms for important occasions, including wakes. Raise a glass in a warm and welcoming setting, and let our staff handle the details while you focus on celebrating a loved one's life.
Finding a venue is easy. Just search for Hungry Horse pubs near you with our handy pub finder tool and filter by function space. Then, reach out to the pub to see if they can accommodate.
Celebrate life with a Hungry Horse funeral wake venue
At Hungry Horse, our warm atmosphere and friendly staff aim to make you feel right at home. And when it comes to our wake venues, we're here to celebrate your loved one with nothing but compassion and respect.
Contact us to discuss your plans, and we'll see if our function space is suitable. We'll try to offer as many options as we can, so you can pay tribute without compromise.
When you make an enquiry for a wake venue with Hungry Horse, we can offer a package to handle all the food and drink. Our pub food menu has plenty of choice to please guests, with pub classics, as well as lighter bites, sharing boards, and perfect puddings.
Little ones can also tuck into our children's menu, with small plates for small tummies. And if any of your guests have specific dietary requirements, just contact our staff ahead of the event, and we'll do our best to provide a menu that caters for everyone.
If you want to decorate the function space with special photos or flowers, let our staff help. We can have things set up while you're at the funeral so you can walk into the wake with the space ready for you and your guests.
How to make your wake special
Funeral services are usually more formal affairs, held at venues like churches, chapels, or crematoriums. But while a funeral marks the farewell, a wake is a chance to celebrate the life behind the loss. And at Hungry Horse, we know just how important that time is – which is why we make sure you've got privacy, comfort and the full attention of our team throughout your loved one's wake.
From small gatherings to larger crowds, a wake gives you time to toast their legacy. You can share special memories, whether funny, quirky, or heartwarming, and let guests pay their respects, creating moments to connect.
Some guests may choose to give a speech or read a favourite poem or song. If the person was able to have input in planning before their passing, they might have even suggested ways to celebrate their life and be remembered.
A Hungry Horse pub that works for your area
Picking a wake venue is a big decision. You might want something close to a loved one's home or near a spot that held a special place in their heart.
You may decide to hold the wake event near their childhood hometown or somewhere tied to precious memories, like family holidays or weddings.
We've got so many venues dotted across the country, so you're never far from one of our pubs, whether you're after coastal locations near the seaside, city spots in the heart of the buzz, or cosy retreats close to the country.
A family-friendly pub that makes everyone feel at home
Wakes might not always feel like a place for little ones, but if you want to include them, our family-friendly Hungry Horse pubs can help the experience feel a little more comfortable for the whole family.
Our warm atmosphere and welcoming staff can keep little ones smiling. Some of our pubs even have beer gardens for sunny days, as well as outdoor play areas to help kids blow off a little steam.
If it's a rainy day, we've also got venues with indoor Wacky Warehouse soft play areas. Big slides and bouncy ball pits to keep them happy. Because nothing beats the sound of a little one's laughter on a tough day.
Great deals to lighten the load
With so much on your plate, the last thing you need to be worried about is huge costs. And at Hungry Horse, our great value and deals extend to our wake venues.
When you book with us, you can expect great service at a great price. We've got flexible packages to suit your budget, so you can spend your time celebrating your cherished person, not stressing about the bill. Any questions? Feel free to reach out by phone or email. We're happy to help.
Find Hungry Horse wake venues near you
To find your nearest wake venue, pop your location into our pub finder and get in contact with our team - we'll do everything we can to make sure your loved one has a well-deserved send off.