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Care Home Hog Roast in Shortheath
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast day in Shortheath and the surrounding area.
- Home anniversaries
- Day centre get-togethers
- Retirement community days
Slow-roasted pork in Shortheath
Occasions we serve in Shortheath
It brings a sense of occasion to an ordinary day.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions. Here are some of the most popular:
- Sheltered housing gatherings
- Days for relatives
- Seasonal events
- Anniversaries of the home
Residents who remember days out at Farnham Heath may enjoy talking about them over lunch.
Before booking anyone
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Allergen information for every dish
- Travel and any London charges
How our care home hog roast works in Shortheath
Your team knows each resident’s needs, so we follow your guidance and give you full allergen details. We’re often asked to cater seasonal events and staff appreciation days, with rotisserie chicken, new potatoes and apple sauce.
Country homes near Shortheath frequently have big gardens with views, so residents can enjoy the garden while lunch cooks. We bring the roaster, the cover and everything we need to cook and serve, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
Also near Shortheath
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What comes off the roaster
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Tell us how many vegans to expect, and we will plan the vegan burgers or sausages.
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
Care homes around Shortheath
Shortheath is about 1 mile south-west of Farnham, in Surrey. Planning a hog roast day in Shortheath? We cover the whole area. Shortheath is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 11 miles away.
The B3384 make Shortheath a simple journey for us. For homes that welcome visitors from a church like St Peter's Church, a hog roast lunch is an easy way to say thank you. Shortheath is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape.
This part of Surrey takes in GU9 and GU10. Streets in the area include Shortheath Road, Little Thurbans Close and Sunnydell Lane, and a care home event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Shortheath is on the B3384, which makes the journey straightforward. For care home events just outside Shortheath, we cover Wrecclesham (1 mile west), Boundstone (1 mile south), Rowledge (1 mile south-west), Holt Pound (1 mile south-west) and Bucks Horn Oak (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (11 miles east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Frimley (9 miles north-east), Haslemere (8 miles south-east) and Cranleigh (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Farnham Castle (1.6 miles north) and Museum of Farnham (1.2 miles north). The countryside around Shortheath includes Aunt's Pool and Farnham Heath.
- Local schools include Weydon School (0.5 miles north-west) and Weydon School (0.5 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Royal Oak Public House (0.5 miles west)
What happens on the day
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we’ve agreed, and get on with roasting and serving. Winter afternoons in Shortheath are short, with sunset at about 4:00pm, so a lunchtime serving suits winter.
- 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 carve and serve where you choose: dining room, lounge or garden.
- We tidy up and leave calmly.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Name a contact for the day
How to get a price
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or GU9 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
FAQs for Shortheath
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is Shortheath 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.
Can relatives eat with residents?
Families and staff are welcome.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
What about texture-modified diets?
Modified meals should come from your kitchen. We’ll give your team the information they need.
Do you provide allergen information?
We provide full allergen information for every dish. Stuffing generally contains gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available.
Where does the hog roast go?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We will confirm the space with your quote.
Do we need our own staff?
No need for your own staff: we carve, serve and tidy up.
Before you choose a spot
It is worth planning the cooking area in advance. The ideal spot has:
- Clear of ambulance and delivery access
- Somewhere for residents to eat comfortably
- A level outdoor area
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Shortheath
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast pork, carved
- Roast potatoes
- New potatoes
Why choose a hog roast in Shortheath?
Compared with a buffet, a plated hot meal suits residents better. Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Why book with us
- Timed around your day
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- An itemised quote
Take a look at our prices page or our hog roast cost guide.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Tips:
- Tell us about dietary needs in advance
- Ask us to carve thinly for residents
- Tell us who does not eat pork
- Halal is not offered
The roaster stays clear of busy paths and windows.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Prices and what affects them
Each price is built from:
- Site access
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Crockery choices
- How many people are eating
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What we need to know
To get the best quote, send us:
- Dietary requirements
- The venue or postcode
- What the outdoor space is like
- Your menu choices
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the care home event is and roughly how many. A photo of the cooking area helps. Fill in our quote form.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away