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Care Home Hog Roast for East Shalford
Care home hog roast in East Shalford: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, carved to order and served in soft rolls with crackling.
- Residents’ themed days
- Community open days
- Milestone days for the home
Planning an event in East Shalford?
About our care home hog roast in East Shalford
We plan the day with your manager and kitchen team: where the roaster goes, who is eating and how food is served. We serve apple sauce, new potatoes and thinly carved roast pork, and we’re frequently booked for retirement housing events and garden fêtes.
Rural homes around East Shalford may have plenty of outdoor space, perfect for residents to sit out while the hog roasts. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
Prices and what affects them
There is no fixed price list, because every care home event is different. What matters most:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The journey to the venue
- Whether you want china
- Menu choices and extras
The main driver is numbers: bigger groups normally cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
Details that help
When you get in touch, please mention:
- The venue or postcode
- Rough numbers
- Allergies we should know about
- Your menu choices
If you’re comparing hog roast caterers for East Shalford, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. To get yours, fill in our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Ask us to carve thinly for residents
- Ask the kitchen to prepare texture-modified portions
- Request gluten-free rolls
We arrive early and set up outdoors, following your sign-in and safety rules.
Roast or new potatoes and apple sauce make it a full meal.
What the cooking area needs
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. The ideal spot has:
- A level spot in the garden or car park
- An activities lead or manager as contact
- Approval from the home
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Roast potatoes
- Roast pork, carved
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- New potatoes
Occasions we serve in East Shalford
Food can be carved thinly and served on plates.
In East Shalford and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Summer fêtes
- Thank-you meals for staff
- Days for relatives
- Open days
For families visiting by train, Shalford station, about 0.7 miles south-west, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- What crockery is supplied
- VAT, if it applies
- The menu, including sides and any extras
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.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Stuffing and a dollop of apple sauce make the roll.
How it works
A hog roast is always cooked outside, on a level, open spot under cover, well clear of walls, tents and trees. We agree exactly where before the day. By late September, the light in East Shalford goes at about 7:05pm, so we suggest a lunchtime serving in autumn.
- The home tells us the date, numbers and serving time.
- We agree the cooking spot, clear of emergency access, and quote.
- We arrive early and start the roast.
- We serve in the dining room or garden, as you prefer.
- We tidy up and leave calmly.
Preparing for the day
- Check there’s a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
- Name a contact for the day
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
Ask for a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Other occasions in East Shalford
East Shalford: care homes and access
East Shalford is about 2 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. Planning a hog roast day in East Shalford? We can help. We cover all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages.
Some homes in East Shalford have links with a local church such as Church of St Thomas, and a hog roast can be part of a summer fête. Residents who remember days out at Pewley Down may enjoy talking about them over lunch. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 4 miles of East Shalford.
This part of Surrey takes in GU4. If your venue is just outside East Shalford, we also cover Shalford (1 mile south-west), Chilworth (1 mile east), Broadford (1 mile south-west), Artington (1 mile west) and Peasmarsh (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north-east), Farnham (11 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Reigate (15 miles east).
Nearby you will also find St. Luke’s Hospital (1.3 miles north) and Guildford Castle (1.4 miles north-west). The countryside around East Shalford includes St Martha's Hill and Pewley Down.
- Nearby schools include St Catherine's School (1.5 miles south) and Guildford High School (1.7 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Queen Victoria pub (0.7 miles west)
A hog roast or other catering?
A hog roast can be part of a wider event, such as a singer or a garden fête. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why us?
- Serving and clearing done for you
- All the equipment comes with us
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Served at the time you choose
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Organising for someone else?
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
East Shalford questions
Could you cook in Shalford Mill?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Is East Shalford too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What space does the roaster need?
A flat, open spot outside, and a way to wheel everything in. Send us a picture if you are unsure.
What should we sort out beforehand?
Only the space and a contact number. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
Can you serve on plates?
Plates are frequently easier for residents.
Can you fit around mealtimes?
Tell us the time that suits residents, and we’ll be ready.
How soon do you get booked up?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we will check.
Can you do soft food?
Texture-modified meals should be prepared by the home’s kitchen to each resident’s plan. We’ll share allergen and menu details.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards