Hampshire · England
Care Home Hog Roast in Great Shoddesden
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast day in Great Shoddesden and across Hampshire.
- Thank-you meals for staff
- Sheltered housing gatherings
- Residents’ themed days
Book a hog roast in Great Shoddesden
Care home hog roast in Great Shoddesden, slow-roasted on site
You know your residents best, so we follow your guidance and give you full allergen details. For day centre events and families’ days, we can cook thinly carved roast pork, new potatoes and roast potatoes for your residents.
Country homes near Great Shoddesden often have big gardens with views, perfect for residents to sit out while the hog roasts. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Planning the cooking spot
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, so a few things are worth checking:
- Away from windows that open and residents’ rooms
- A level spot in the garden or car park
- Clear of ambulance and delivery access
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Great Shoddesden
- Roast potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast pork, carved
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
Looking after everyone
Some residents will not eat pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Halal isn’t offered
- Tell us who doesn’t eat pork
- Modified diets should come from the home’s kitchen
- Request gluten-free rolls
Afterwards we tidy up calmly.
Plates rather than rolls suit many residents.
What affects the price in Great Shoddesden
Your quote depends on:
- Plates or china
- How long the roast and service take
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Travel to Great Shoddesden
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
To check availability and the cooking area, we’ll need:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A picture of the cooking area
- Dietary requirements
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
Send us the date, the address or SP11 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
Towns and villages near Great Shoddesden
Other occasions in Great Shoddesden
What comes off the roaster
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is there for anyone who’d rather not have pork, and it suits fussy eaters.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Events we cater in Great Shoddesden
Residents can watch the carving and enjoy the smell.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Great Shoddesden. Typical bookings include:
- Community open days
- Garden fêtes
- Residents’ themed days
- Home anniversaries
Visitors arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Grateley station, about 4.9 miles south.
Questions to ask before you book
- Any travel or access charges
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Allergen information for every dish
- Whether plates or china are included
A hog roast or other catering?
For residents who need modified textures, the kitchen prepares their portions while others enjoy the roast. Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so each one is itemised. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
What you get with us
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- An itemised quote
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Carved to order by a chef
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
For event organisers in Great Shoddesden
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Event organisers frequently ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Care homes around Great Shoddesden
Great Shoddesden is about 6 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. We’re happy to travel to Great Shoddesden for care home events and the places nearby. We bring hog roasts to all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 24 miles away.
Old photos of Quarley Hill can spark conversation during a hog roast day.
We cover care home events in every part of SP11. Neighbouring places where we cater care home events include Perham Down (1 mile west), Ludgershall (1 mile north-west), Kimpton (1 mile south) and Tidworth (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Andover (6 miles east), Whitchurch (12 miles east), East Anton (6 miles east), Overton (15 miles east), Picket Piece (7 miles east) and Picket Twenty (7 miles east).
A little further out are Ludgershall Castle (1.4 miles north-west) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.2 miles east). The countryside around Great Shoddesden includes Quarley Hill.
- Schools near Great Shoddesden include The Wellington Academy (2.4 miles west)
How the day works
Service is quick once we start carving: our chef carves and our staff fill the rolls or plates, and sides go out at the same time. Afterwards we clear the serving area and pack away. By late September, the light in Great Shoddesden goes at about 7:10pm, so we suggest a lunchtime serving in autumn.
- Your activities lead or manager gets in touch with a date.
- Photos of the grounds help us choose a safe spot.
- The kitchen shares residents’ dietary needs with us.
- On the day the hog roasts outside while residents watch from the lounge or garden.
- After serving, we clear away without disturbing the home.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Think about shelter for your residents
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
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Great Shoddesden: your questions answered
Is Great Shoddesden 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.
Is Great Shoddesden close to London?
About 68 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Will there be enough to go round?
We size the roast to your numbers, so a good estimate matters. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
What space does the roaster need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, and a way to wheel everything in. Send us a photo if you are unsure.
Can you carve thinly?
Plates with thin slices are easy to arrange.
Is mains power needed?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Can you do soft food?
We do not prepare texture-modified meals; your team prepares those portions.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away