Kent · England
Care Home Hog Roast for Pembles Cross
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, with salads and potatoes on the side. Care home hog roast in Pembles Cross.
- Milestone days for the home
- Thank-you meals for staff
- Community open days
A hog roast near Pembles Cross
How our care home hog roast works in Pembles Cross
The roaster cooks in the grounds, on a spot that keeps emergency access clear and away from opening windows. We are often asked to cater summer fêtes and sheltered housing gatherings, with halloumi skewers, thinly carved roast pork and apple sauce.
For a care home near Pembles Cross, tell us about lanes and the drive. Plates come as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Step by step
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your care home event in Pembles Cross. Late-September sunset in Pembles Cross is about 7:00pm, so autumn events are best at lunchtime.
- We start with the date, numbers of residents, staff and visitors, and the time.
- We check the grounds and send a price.
- We arrive early and start the roast.
- We serve in the dining room or garden, as you prefer.
- Afterwards we pack up quietly.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Questions from Pembles Cross
Is Pembles Cross 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.
What’s the nearest station to Pembles Cross?
The closest is Lenham station, roughly 2.8 miles away.
Can you do gluten-free?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. We will give you full allergen information for every dish.
What time do you serve?
Serving time is up to you, whether lunch or later.
Do we need to provide electricity?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it.
What about texture-modified diets?
Modified meals should come from your kitchen. We’ll give your team the information they need.
Is there a non-pork option?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. Please note we don’t offer halal meat.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we will confirm everything in writing.
Where the roaster can go in Pembles Cross
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Clear of bedroom windows
- Somewhere for residents to eat comfortably
- Away from emergency routes
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Roast potatoes
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Roast pork, carved
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Count families and staff too
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Tell us about dietary needs in advance
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
We set up under cover in the grounds, following your sign-in and safety rules.
Ask about gluten-free rolls.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what affects the price:
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Site access
- Time on site
- Whether you want china
Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Roughly how many people
- Allergies we should know about
- A photo of the cooking area
- Which meats and sides you’d like
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Nearby places to Pembles Cross
Also in Pembles Cross
Care home hog roasts in Pembles Cross
Pembles Cross is about 8 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. Care home events in Pembles Cross are part of our patch, as well as the surrounding area. We bring hog roasts to all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our bookings stretch from Pembles Cross to Canterbury (17 miles away).
Visitors arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Lenham station, about 2.8 miles north. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Pembles Cross.
Wherever your care home event is in TN27, we can roast on site for your residents, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Close by, we cover care home events in Potter's Forstal (1 mile south), Egerton Forstal (1 mile south), Newland Green (1 mile south-east), Egerton (1 mile east) and Mundy Bois (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (9 miles north-west), Ashford (8 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Davington (12 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Coldbridge Castle (0.5 miles north-west).
A hog roast compared with other options
For residents who need modified textures, the kitchen prepares their portions while others enjoy the roast. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why us?
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
See our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
Who books care home hog roast in Pembles Cross?
We fit in with your day.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Pembles Cross:
- Days for relatives
- Residents’ themed days
- Open afternoons
- Retirement community days
For homes that welcome visitors from a church like Church of St James, a hog roast lunch is an easy way to say thank you.
Before booking anyone
- A clear list of what’s included
- How dietary needs are handled
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Staffing on the day
What we serve, dish by dish
Stuffing and apple sauce
Stuffing and a dollop of apple sauce make the roll.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Choose from salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes, to suit your event.
For event organisers in Pembles Cross
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards