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Hog roast hire in Portsmouth
Wherever you are in Portsmouth, we bring the roaster to your event, at the time you choose.
Book a hog roast in Portsmouth
Events we cater in Portsmouth
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Hog roast hire in Portsmouth: what to expect
Slow-roasted pork carved to order: that’s what you get when you book a hog roast in Portsmouth. Rolls, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling come as standard, with sides and extras to choose from. We’re often asked to cater sports clubs and societies and work summer parties, serving new potatoes, hog roast rolls and halloumi skewers.
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event in Portsmouth.
- First, you send us your date, address, numbers and serving time.
- We check availability and the space for the roaster and send a clear quote.
- We arrive well ahead, put the cover up and get the hog roasting.
- Our chef carves to order and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
Prices in Portsmouth
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book our hog roast
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Carved to order by a chef
- Planned to your running order
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
Getting a price
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Near you in Portsmouth
Locally, our bookings take us close to Manor Infant School, Alexandra Park and St Wilfrid, among other places. Also close by are The Druids Arms (under half a mile north-east), The Portsmouth Academy (under half a mile south-east) and St Edmund's Catholic School (0.7 miles south-west). The closest station to Portsmouth is Fratton station, about 0.9 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Tricorn Centre (0.7 miles south-west) and Royal Portsmouth Hospital (0.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
- Other local spots include Southsea (1.9 miles south)
Hog roast hire across Portsmouth
There are 3 towns and 0 villages and hamlets in Portsmouth, so whether your event is in Southsea, Milton and Landport or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level outdoor spot, a way in and a plan. 19 of the places we cover in Portsmouth are within about 6 miles of the sea, where we always think about wind when choosing a cooking spot.
Portsmouth: If you’re gathering after a service at a church like St Wilfrid, a nearby hall or garden suits a hog roast. For anyone arriving by rail, Fratton station is about 0.9 miles away. Planning an evening hog roast in Portsmouth? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; after dark, the serving area and the path to it need good lighting.
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with food vans, a hog roast serves a lot of people from one roast.
What your quote should include
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether plates or china are included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
For event organisers in Portsmouth
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so let them know about the roaster. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
If you are booking for a workplace, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We work to the site’s rules.
Should I cook it myself?
The hardest part of a DIY hog roast is timing: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If you’d rather not worry about it, let us cook.
You could go for a cold buffet, but hot, freshly carved roast pork is a different experience.
What affects the price in Portsmouth
The price comes down to:
- Time on site
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Season and day of the week
- Travel to Portsmouth
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
What we need to know
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- An estimate of numbers
- The address or postcode
- Any venue rules
- Allergies we should know about
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
Events we cater in Portsmouth
Most people love roast pork and crackling, and lamb, chicken and vegetarian options look after the rest.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Portsmouth and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Community events
- Garden parties and barbecues
- Club events and presentations
- Big birthdays and anniversaries
Common questions in Portsmouth
What about coeliacs?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
Do you serve the food?
We carve and serve for you, and we clear up when service is finished.
What if things run late?
We work back from when you want to eat, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
What do people get?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Is mains power needed?
Not to cook, because the roaster is gas-fired. Let us know what’s on site.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. Serving indoors is generally fine if the venue is happy.
When do you start roasting?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We work back from your serving time.
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- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards