Isle of Wight · England
Hog Roast for Care Homes in Foreland Fields, Isle of Wight
Plenty of choice: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Care home hog roast in Foreland Fields.
- Milestone days for the home
- Retirement community days
- Open days
Care home hog roast for Foreland Fields
What comes off the roaster
Rotisserie chicken
For residents who don’t eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and children typically like it too.
Roast pork
Our chef carves the pork as it is needed, so it stays hot and juicy.
About our care home hog roast in Foreland Fields
We roast outdoors under cover in the garden or car park, on a spot that keeps emergency access clear and away from opening windows. Typical bookings include milestone days for the home and retirement housing events, serving roast potatoes, thinly carved roast pork and apple sauce.
Rural care homes near Foreland Fields can feel a long way from the bustle of town, so a hog roast day is a big event. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish.
- Location
- Foreland Fields (PO35)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- On the menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Extras
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Where the roaster can go in Foreland Fields
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. We look for:
- A level outdoor area
- A spot that keeps access clear
- A dining room, lounge or shaded garden
For somewhere as remote as Foreland Fields, early notice helps us plan the trip.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we serve
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Roast pork, carved
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Roast potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Is a hog roast right for your care home event?
Compared with a trip out, it’s easier for everyone to enjoy. For larger numbers, a hog roast is normally good value, because one whole roast feeds plenty of people. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Why book our hog roast in Foreland Fields
- Our staff serve and clear
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
See how we price or what a hog roast costs.
Foreland Fields: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Foreland Fields?
Brading station, about 2.7 miles west of the centre.
Can you roast near the sea around Foreland Fields?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
What happens in bad weather?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Your residents will want somewhere dry to eat.
Do you need power or water?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we will check.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
How much room do you need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A picture helps.
What should we sort out beforehand?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We’ll bring the rest.
Planning a hog roast day in Foreland Fields
Foreland Fields is about 4 miles north-east of Sandown, in the Isle of Wight. Hosts in Foreland Fields book us for care home events of all sizes. We cater 125 places in the Isle of Wight. Our bookings stretch from Foreland Fields to Southampton (21 miles away).
For homes that welcome visitors from a church like Saint Luke, a hog roast lunch is an easy way to say thank you. Families coming by rail can use the station: Brading station is about 2.7 miles away. With the sea within about 4 miles, many residents will have memories of the seaside.
This part of the Isle of Wight takes in PO35. From Walls Road, Howgate Road and Egerton Road or a nearby road, we will bring the roaster to you. Neighbouring places where we cater care home events include Bembridge (1 mile north-west), Hillway (1 mile south-west), St Helens (2 miles north-west), Gaskins (2 miles west) and Nettlestone (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (10 miles west), Ryde (5 miles north-west), Cowes (11 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles south-west), Shanklin (6 miles south-west) and Ventnor (8 miles south-west). If your care home event is somewhere remote, let us know early and we will plan the trip.
A little further out are Sandown Castle (3.6 miles south-west) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (5.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Foreland Fields include Bembridge Down and Brading Marshes RSPB reserve.
- Local schools include Bembridge School (less than half a mile north-east)
- Local pubs include Crab and Lobster Inn (within half a mile east)
How it works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. In Foreland Fields, December daylight ends around 4:00pm, so a lunchtime serving suits winter.
- The home tells us the date and numbers.
- We agree the cooking spot and quote.
- The roast starts early.
- We carve and serve where you choose.
- We clear away quietly.
Getting ready for the day
- Name a contact for the day
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Get a quote
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.
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Also in Foreland Fields
Allergies and dietary needs
Some residents will not eat pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Ask the kitchen to prepare texture-modified portions
- Ask us to carve thinly for residents
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Count residents who need an alternative
Carers can help residents choose and carry plates, while we serve.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Why choose care home hog roast in Foreland Fields?
It turns a normal day into an event.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast in Foreland Fields. Here are some of the most popular:
- Seasonal events
- Days for relatives
- Open afternoons
- Anniversaries of the home
Bembridge Down is close by, a good starting point for a chat about days out.
Comparing caterers
- Who carves and who serves
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Travel and any London charges
- The space, cover and access they need
What a hog roast costs
Each price is built from:
- How many people are eating
- Plates or china
- How long the roast and service take
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Details that help
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- Allergies we should know about
- The address or postcode
- Your date and serving time
- Your menu choices
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we will check it: send us your details through our quote form.
For event organisers in Foreland Fields
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it is worth asking first. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards