West Sussex · England
Hog Roast for Care Homes in Cote, West Sussex
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Care home hog roast in Cote.
- Summer fêtes
- Sheltered housing gatherings
- Staff thank-you lunches
Care home hog roast for Cote
The process
We get there well ahead of service, since slow roasting cannot be rushed. Your residents will smell it long before they see it. In Cote, December daylight ends around 4:00pm, so a lunchtime serving suits winter.
- You tell us when, how many and where.
- We confirm the spot with your manager and quote.
- We arrive early and start the roast.
- The chef carves and our staff serve residents.
- We tidy up and leave calmly.
Before we arrive
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to get a price is to tell us the date, where the care home event is and roughly how many. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Care home hog roast in Cote, carved to order
Some homes book a hog roast to thank their staff. For open afternoons and summer fêtes, we can cook roast potatoes, thinly carved roast pork and apple sauce for your residents.
For a care home near Cote, tell us about lanes and the drive. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
- Where
- Cote (BN13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Also available
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Events we cater in Cote
Families and staff can join in.
In Cote and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Days for relatives
- Day centre lunches
- Milestone days for the home
Volunteers from churches such as St Symphorian's Church sometimes help at care home events, and a hog roast day can bring everyone together.
What to look for in a quote
- Plates, china and cutlery
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- What the price includes, item by item
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Halal isn’t offered
- Request thin slices
- Count residents who need an alternative
- Request gluten-free rolls
We can serve inside or out, as you prefer.
Roast or new potatoes and apple sauce make it a full meal.
Cote: care homes and access
Cote is about 2 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. We cover care home events in Cote, along with the towns and villages around it. We cater 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 13 miles away.
Residents who remember days out at Highdown Hill may enjoy talking about them over lunch. For families visiting by train, the closest railway station is Durrington-On-Sea station, roughly 1.8 miles south of the centre. Cote is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park. The coast is within about 4 miles, and a day in the garden may bring back seaside memories.
Care home events anywhere in BN13 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and roughly how many residents. Neighbouring places where we cater care home events include Durrington (1 mile south-east), High Salvington (1 mile north-east), Clapham (1 mile west), Patching (2 miles west) and Findon (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Bognor Regis (12 miles west), Burgess Hill (15 miles north-east), Littlehampton (5 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (7 miles east), Lancing (4 miles east) and Rustington (4 miles south-west).
A little further out are The Acre (2.8 miles south-east) and Old Castle (1.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Cote include Highdown Hill.
- Schools near Cote include Palatine Primary School (1.3 miles south) and Durrington High School (1.4 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Coach And Horses Public House (less than half a mile south-west)
What we serve, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan residents can have a vegan burger or sausage, so everyone has something hot.
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken from the rotisserie gives people a non-pork choice, turned until the skin is golden.
What a hog roast costs
There’s no fixed price list, because every care home event is different. The main factors are:
- Crockery choices
- Season and day of the week
- Which meats and sides you choose
- How long the roast and service take
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.
Details that help
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- The address or postcode
- The date and time of the event
It is easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
Why choose a hog roast in Cote?
Next to a buffet, a plated hot meal suits residents better. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Why book with us
- Planned to your running order
- Carved by our chef in front of your residents
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- A choice of salads and potatoes
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Cote: your questions answered
How far is Cote from London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London.
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
When do you start roasting?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it’s several hours. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
What’s included?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
Do you bring plates?
Plates come as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we will add it to the quote.
What allergens are in the food?
Allergen details are provided for your team to check.
How much will it be?
Every booking is quoted individually, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Tell us about your care home event for a quote.
What if it rains?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
For event organisers in Cote
For workplace bookings, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We’ll fit in with site rules.
Marquee suppliers usually set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Other occasions in Cote
Where the roaster can go in Cote
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Clear of bedroom windows
- Away from emergency routes
- Someone to meet us
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Salads
- Roast potatoes
- Roast pork, carved
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards