Hampshire · England
Care Home Hog Roast in Ower
Planning a hog roast day in Ower? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and carve when you are ready to eat.
- Open afternoons
- Retirement housing events
- Garden fêtes
A hog roast near Ower
Planning a hog roast day in Ower
Ower is about 2 miles north-west of Totton, in Hampshire. Planning a hog roast day in Ower? We cover the whole area. We cater 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 7 miles away.
For families visiting by train, Totton station, about 3 miles south-east, is the nearest station. Ower is within about 6 miles of the New Forest National Park.
Anywhere in SO51, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your care home event is on Romsey Road and Salisbury Road or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Other places close to Ower we cover include Wigley (1 mile north), Hillstreet (1 mile east), Copythorne (1 mile south-west), Winsor (1 mile south-west) and Newbridge (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (12 miles north-east), Eastleigh (8 miles east), Chandler's Ford (7 miles north-east), Hedge End (10 miles east), Lymington (13 miles south) and Romsey (4 miles north-east).
A little further out are Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.1 miles south) and Eling Experience (2.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Ower includes Copythorne Common.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Romsey Extra (2.7 miles north-east)
Care home hog roast in Ower, carved to order
The roaster cooks in the grounds, well away from ambulance routes and away from opening windows. On the menu are halloumi skewers, apple sauce and thinly carved roast pork, and typical bookings are for open afternoons and home anniversaries.
Rural homes around Ower may have plenty of outdoor space, so residents can enjoy the garden while lunch cooks. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish before you book.
Occasions we serve in Ower
We adapt serving to suit residents.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Ower:
- Anniversaries of the home
- Families’ days
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Open afternoons
Residents who remember days out at Copythorne Common may enjoy talking about them over lunch.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- Staffing on the day
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Count families and staff too
- Ask us to carve thinly for residents
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
Give us a contact, such as the activities lead.
Chicken can be added.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with a barbecue run by staff, we take the cooking off your team. Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. We quote every event individually, with everything listed.
Why Ower hosts choose us
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Take a look at our prices page or what a hog roast costs.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- An activities lead or manager as contact
- Clear of bedroom windows
- Flat ground in the grounds
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Ower
- Roast potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Roast pork, carved
Towns and villages near Ower
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Questions from Ower
Which station is closest to Ower?
Totton station, about 3 miles south-east of the centre.
Do you cater at venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
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.
How do we prepare?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We will bring the rest.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we’ll adjust.
How big a hog will we need?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
Yes, for confident cooks. We will explain the details with your quote.
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Check early, and tell us what they ask for.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
What comes off the roaster
Stuffing and apple sauce
Apple sauce brings sweetness and sharpness go with the pork perfectly. Note that stuffing typically contains gluten.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
What affects the price in Ower
The biggest factors are:
- The journey to the venue
- Which meats and sides you choose
- The number of people
- Season and day of the week
Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. Slow roasting means we are on site for much of the day, which is built into the price.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Rough numbers
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Any venue rules
- What the outdoor space is like
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
What happens on the day
Here’s how the day normally runs: we arrive, set up under cover and start roasting, the roast cooks gently through the day, and we carve and serve at the agreed time. In late May, sunset in Ower is about 8:55pm, so residents and families can stay outside late.
- The home tells us the date, numbers and serving time.
- We check the grounds and send a price.
- We set up under cover and get the roast going.
- The chef carves and our staff serve residents.
- We tidy up and leave calmly.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
Ask for a quote
Every care home event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your care home event: send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards