Surrey · England
Care Home Hog Roast in Beare Green
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. Care home hog roast in Beare Green.
- Day centre get-togethers
- Sheltered housing gatherings
- Care home summer fairs
A hog roast near Beare Green
Occasions we serve in Beare Green
It turns a normal day into an event.
We are regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Beare Green, such as:
- Day centre events
- Garden fêtes
- Community open days
- Home anniversaries
Families coming by rail can use the station: Holmwood station is in Beare Green itself.
Comparing caterers
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- The full menu and the sides
- What the price includes, item by item
- How many staff will carve and serve
Care home hog roast for your care home event in Beare Green
You know your residents best, so we follow your guidance and give you full allergen details. On the menu are rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and apple sauce, and we’re frequently booked for themed days and retirement housing events.
At a rural home near Beare Green, access matters. Everything is cooked on the day, at your venue, slowly, over several hours, then carved fresh for your residents.
What the cooking area needs
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- A dining room, lounge or shaded garden
- A level outdoor area
- Sign-off from management
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Roast pork, carved
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Roast potatoes
Planning a hog roast day in Beare Green
Beare Green is about 4 miles south of Dorking, in Surrey. We cater care home events across Beare Green and nearby, from gardens to fields. Beare Green is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 12 miles away.
Residents who remember days out at Leith Hill may enjoy talking about them over lunch. Volunteers from churches such as Church of St Mary Magdalene sometimes help at care home events, and a hog roast day can bring everyone together. Beare Green is within about 3 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape.
We cater care home events across the RH5 postcode area. That could mean a care home event in a garden on Leith Grove, Leith Road and Merebank or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. If your venue is just outside Beare Green, we also cover Holmwood Corner (1 mile north), South Holmwood (1 mile north), Coldharbour (2 miles west), Capel (2 miles south) and Ockley (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (12 miles north-west), Woking (15 miles north-west), Epsom (11 miles north), Horley (7 miles east), Redhill (8 miles north-east) and Ewell (12 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Abinger Castle (4.1 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Vann Lake and Leith Hill.
What happens on the day
We roast under cover, so a shower will not spoil the food. It’s worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. In late May, sunset in Beare Green is about 8:50pm, so residents and families can stay outside late.
- We start with the date and numbers.
- We check the grounds and send a price.
- We roast through the morning.
- We carve and serve where you choose.
- We clear away quietly.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Let us know about tight access
- Name a contact for the day
Get a quote
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with a buffet, a plated hot meal suits residents better. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why Beare Green hosts choose us
- Carved to order by a chef
- All the equipment comes with us
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- A choice of salads and potatoes
Take a look at our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Let us know what your event requires and we will tell you what we can send.
If you are a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
How we price a hog roast day
There’s no fixed price list, because every care home event is different. The main factors are:
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- How many people are eating
- Time on site
- Distance from us
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
What we need to know
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- Dietary requirements
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The venue or postcode
- Which meats and sides you’d like
Getting a quote is simple: 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. Fill in our quote form.
The menu, dish by dish
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes turn rolls into a full meal.
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, turned until the skin is golden.
Beare Green questions
Is Beare Green too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Beare Green from London?
Roughly 24 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do residents have to eat rolls?
We will serve however suits your residents.
How do you handle allergies?
Allergen details are provided.
How long does the roast need?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We work back from your serving time.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
We do, if you are happy to roast and carve yourself. Ask and we’ll talk you through it.
Will there be enough to go round?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Planning for dietary needs
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. Other tips:
- Request thin slices
- Ask the kitchen to prepare texture-modified portions
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Request gluten-free rolls
We keep the cooking area away from residents’ windows and paths.
Chicken can be added.
Towns and villages near Beare Green
Other occasions in Beare Green
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away