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Hog Roast for Care Homes in Cross in Hand, East Sussex
We bring a hog roast day across Cross in Hand and East Sussex, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Seasonal events
- Day centre get-togethers
- Care home summer fairs
A hog roast near Cross in Hand
Cross in Hand: care homes and access
Cross in Hand is about 5 miles east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Cross in Hand is well within our area for care home events. We cover all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex. We cater events right across the region, from Cross in Hand to Brighton (about 18 miles away).
For homes that welcome visitors from a church like St Bartholomew, a hog roast lunch is an easy way to say thank you. Old photos of Selwyns Wood can spark conversation during a hog roast day. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Cross in Hand, a nice prompt for residents’ memories of days out.
For care home events in TN21, we just need to know where the roaster can cook. We can cater a care home event on streets such as Fir Grove Road, Windmill Place and Dads Hill or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Other places close to Cross in Hand we cover include Roser's Cross (1 mile south-west), Waldron (1 mile south-west), Heathfield (2 miles east), Sandy Cross (2 miles south-east) and Lions Green (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (13 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south-east), Seaford (14 miles south), Lewes (11 miles south-west), Hailsham (8 miles south) and Crowborough (6 miles north).
A little further out are Sussex Farm Museum (2.8 miles south) and Tickerage Castle (2.9 miles west). Within reach you will find Selwyns Wood.
Care home hog roast for your care home event in Cross in Hand
Staff thank-you lunches are another reason homes book us, served between shifts. Popular choices include thinly carved roast pork, apple sauce and new potatoes, and typical bookings are for care home summer fairs and open days.
For a care home near Cross in Hand, tell us about lanes and the drive. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
- Area
- Cross in Hand (TN21)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Alongside
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Ask us to carve thinly for residents
- Halal is not offered
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Count residents who need an alternative
Give us a contact, such as the activities lead.
Rotisserie chicken is an alternative to pork.
What a hog roast costs
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Time on site
- Whether you want china
- Site access
- Numbers
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The venue or postcode
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- Any venue rules
- The date and time of the event
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
If you’re booking for a workplace, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We’ll fit in with site rules.
Why choose a hog roast in Cross in Hand?
Compared with a barbecue run by staff, your staff can focus on residents. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why us?
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Served at the time you choose
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Our staff serve and clear
See how we price and the cost guide.
Events we cater in Cross in Hand
Families and staff can join in.
Here’s what people in Cross in Hand most frequently book a hog roast for:
- Garden fêtes
- Seasonal events
- Retirement community days
- Day centre events
Visitors arriving by train should know that Buxted station, about 3.9 miles west, is the nearest station.
Before booking anyone
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- What crockery is supplied
- If the price includes VAT
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
What comes off the roaster
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Choose from salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes, depending on the season and the occasion.
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken off the rotisserie, carved or jointed can be served in a roll or on a plate.
Questions from Cross in Hand
Is Cross in Hand too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
How far is Cross in Hand from London?
About 39 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cater in Cross in Hand?
Yes, Cross in Hand is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will confirm availability.
Who serves?
You do not need anyone else: we carve, serve and tidy up.
What happens after service?
We pack everything away after service, so you’re not left with the mess.
How much does a hog roast cost?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Tell us your date and we’ll send a price.
When do you start roasting?
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.
Is mains power needed?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Let us know what’s on site.
How the day works
Carving is part of the show: the hog is carved in front of your residents, with crackling for everyone who wants it. Late-September sunset in Cross in Hand is about 7:05pm, so we suggest a lunchtime serving in autumn.
- We talk through residents’ needs with your team.
- You get a clear price.
- We cook in the grounds.
- Food goes out on plates.
- We leave the grounds tidy.
How to prepare
- Send final numbers in good time
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Let us know about tight access
Getting a price
When you’re weighing up caterers, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
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Where the roaster can go in Cross in Hand
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A level spot in the garden or car park
- An activities lead or manager as contact
- Away from windows that open and residents’ rooms
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Roast potatoes
- Salads
- Roast pork, carved
- Rotisserie chicken
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards