Kent · England
Care Home Hog Roast in Gushmere
We bring a hog roast day to Gushmere and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Care home summer fairs
- Home anniversaries
- Themed days
Planning an event in Gushmere?
Hog roast days near Gushmere
Gushmere is about 3 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. We cater care home events at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Gushmere. Gushmere is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 7 miles away.
A care home summer fair, perhaps with a church like Church of St Mary, is a good occasion for a hog roast. For families visiting by train, Selling station, about 0.6 miles east, is the nearest station. Gushmere is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, a nice prompt for residents’ memories of days out.
This part of Kent takes in ME13. From Selling Road and Vicarage Lane or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. For care home events just outside Gushmere, we cover Crouch (1 mile north-east), Selling (1 mile south), Neames Forstal (1 mile south-east), South Street (1 mile east) and Hogben's Hill (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (10 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north-west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (11 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Gushmere include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Sondes Arms (0.5 miles east)
Care home hog roast in Gushmere, carved to order
Pork can be carved thinly and served on plates with potatoes and apple sauce, which is easier for many people than a roll. Texture-modified meals should come from the home’s own kitchen. For retirement housing events and open afternoons, we will put together a menu of halloumi skewers, new potatoes and thinly carved roast pork and more.
Rural homes around Gushmere may have plenty of outdoor space, perfect for residents to sit out while the hog roasts. We plan the timings around your day, because the roast has to start hours before you eat.
Questions from Gushmere
Could you cook in Mount Ephraim Gardens?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Ask them first.
How far is Gushmere from London?
About 47 miles from central London.
Can you cater in Gushmere?
Yes, Gushmere is in our area. Send us the address and we’ll confirm availability.
What do you need from us on the day?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We bring everything else.
Can you roast in the rain?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Can you fit around mealtimes?
Choose the time, and we’ll be ready.
Where will the roaster go?
In the garden or car park, in a spot you approve.
What do people get?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
About the food
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sage and onion stuffing and apple sauce are the classic partners, balancing the rich, salty pork.
Rotisserie chicken
Golden rotisserie chicken goes into rolls or onto plates.
How the day works
Rain does not stop the roast, because we cook under cover. Your residents will still want somewhere dry to eat, such as a marquee, hall or barn. Late May in Gushmere has light until about 8:45pm, so residents and families can stay outside late.
- A date and rough headcount from the home gets things started.
- Photos of the grounds help us choose a safe spot.
- The kitchen shares residents’ dietary needs with us.
- Residents can see and smell the roast from the morning.
- After serving, we clear away without disturbing the home.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Think about shelter for your residents
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or ME13 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We will check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
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What a hog roast costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How many people are eating
- How long the roast and service take
- Menu choices and extras
What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. Slow roasting means we are on site for much of the day, which is built into the price.
What to tell us
Here’s what we will ask:
- What the outdoor space is like
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Where the event is
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
Perfect for your care home event in Gushmere
Food can be carved thinly and served on plates.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast in Gushmere. Typical bookings include:
- Open afternoons
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Themed days
- Sheltered housing gatherings
Blean Woods RSPB Reserve is close by, a good starting point for a chat about days out.
Questions to ask before you book
- Staffing on the day
- What crockery is supplied
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Whether VAT is included
Planning the cooking spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- A spot that keeps access clear
- Seating for residents
- Approval from the home
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
From the roaster
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Roast potatoes
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Roast pork, carved
Also near Gushmere
What else we do in Gushmere
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with a buffet, a plated hot meal suits residents better. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book with us
- All the equipment comes with us
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Carved by our chef in front of your residents
- Served at the time you choose
Read our prices page and our hog roast cost guide.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re booking for a workplace, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We will fit in with site rules.
Marquee hire companies often have rules about cooking near their tents, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Planning for dietary needs
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Ask us to carve thinly for residents
- Share residents’ dietary needs with us in good time
- Include staff and visitors in your numbers
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
Carers can help residents choose and carry plates.
Serving on plates is often easier.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards