East Sussex · England
Hog Roast for Care Homes in Mount Pleasant, East Sussex
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast day in Mount Pleasant and across East Sussex.
- Community open days
- Family days with visitors
- Thank-you meals for staff
Slow-roasted pork in Mount Pleasant
Is a hog roast right for your care home event?
Compared with a buffet, a plated hot meal suits residents better. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why us?
- An itemised quote
- Timed around your day
- Our staff serve and clear
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
See how we price and the cost guide.
How our care home hog roast works in Mount Pleasant
A hog roast day gives residents something to look forward to. Residents can watch the carving and share the meal with family and staff. Typical bookings include retirement community days and garden fêtes, serving apple sauce, halloumi skewers and thinly carved roast pork.
For a care home near Mount Pleasant, tell us about lanes and the drive. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
- Where
- Mount Pleasant (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- From the roaster
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Alongside
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What the cooking area needs
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. The ideal spot has:
- Flat ground in the grounds
- Sign-off from management
- Away from windows that open and residents’ rooms
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the roaster
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Roast potatoes
- Roast pork, carved
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
Allergies and dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Halal is not offered
- Count families and staff too
- Ask the kitchen to prepare texture-modified portions
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
We can serve inside or out, as you prefer.
Chicken can be added.
Step by step
Here’s how the day normally runs: the roaster goes up and the hog goes on, the roast cooks gently through the day, and our chef carves it when you are ready. By late September, the light in Mount Pleasant goes at about 7:05pm, 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.
Preparing for the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
Ask for a quote
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: use our quote form.
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Planning a hog roast day in Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant is about 4 miles north of Lewes, in East Sussex. Our roaster is a regular sight at care home events around Mount Pleasant. Mount Pleasant is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cater. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 10 miles away.
For homes that welcome visitors from a church like St Bartholomews, a hog roast lunch is an easy way to say thank you. For families visiting by train, the nearest station is Cooksbridge station, about 2.5 miles south-west. The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of Mount Pleasant.
We cater care home events across the BN8 postcode area and the streets around it. We also bring hog roasts to care home events in Barcombe Cross (1 mile south-west), Barcombe Mills (1 mile south), Barcombe (1 mile south), Isfield (2 miles east) and Upper Wellingham (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Eastbourne (15 miles south-east), Seaford (11 miles south), Lewes (4 miles south), Hailsham (11 miles south-east), Crowborough (10 miles north-east) and Uckfield (4 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Museum of Agricultural Bygones (3.9 miles south-east) and Uckfield Community Hospital (4.2 miles north-east). The countryside around Mount Pleasant includes Offham Hill and Malling Down.
- Nearby schools include Chailey School (2.3 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include Royal Oak pub (0.7 miles south)
About the food
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we will bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
How we price a hog roast day
There’s no fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Crockery choices
- Distance from us
- Site access
Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Your menu choices
- The address or postcode
- A picture of the cooking area
- Anything the venue has asked for
Every care home event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your care home event for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Marquee suppliers generally set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Why choose care home hog roast in Mount Pleasant?
Families and staff can join in.
People around Mount Pleasant book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Anniversaries of the home
- Day centre get-togethers
- Seasonal events
- Garden fêtes
Residents who remember days out at Malling Down may enjoy talking about them over lunch.
What your quote should include
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- What the price includes, item by item
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
Mount Pleasant questions
Is Mount Pleasant close to London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
When should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we’ll check.
What do you need from us on the day?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
Can relatives eat with residents?
Of course: include them in your numbers.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. The food can be carried in and served indoors where the venue allows.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
DIY machine hire is available. We’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
What allergens are in the food?
You’ll get allergen details for everything. Gluten-free rolls can be provided.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away