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Hog Roast for Care Homes in Studdal, Kent
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast day in Studdal and across Kent.
- Milestone days for the home
- Staff appreciation days
- Themed days
A hog roast near Studdal
About our care home hog roast in Studdal
The roaster cooks in the grounds, on a spot that keeps emergency access clear and away from opening windows. For summer fêtes and retirement housing events, we will put together a menu of halloumi skewers, new potatoes and rotisserie chicken for your residents.
Rural homes around Studdal may have plenty of outdoor space, perfect for residents to sit out while the hog roasts. Everything is cooked on the day, at your venue, slowly, over several hours.
Where the roaster can go in Studdal
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. We look for:
- A named contact on the day
- The manager’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- A level spot in the garden or car park
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the roaster
- Roast potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast pork, carved
Who books care home hog roast in Studdal?
It gives the kitchen team a day off from cooking, while still preparing any modified meals.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Studdal and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Garden fêtes
- Open afternoons
- Residents’ themed days
- Days for relatives
Visitors arriving by train should know that Martin Mill station is about 2.3 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- Any travel or access charges
- The full menu and the sides
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
Planners, venues and businesses
Marquee suppliers typically set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Towns and villages near Studdal
Also in Studdal
A closer look at the menu
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken off the rotisserie, carved or jointed goes into rolls or onto plates.
Roast pork
Hours of slow roasting make the pork soft and full of flavour, and it is carved fresh as people come up.
Looking after everyone
Most people love a hog roast, but it’s pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Tell us about dietary needs in advance
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Count residents who need an alternative
- Ask the kitchen to prepare texture-modified portions
Carers can help residents choose and carry plates, while we serve.
Rotisserie chicken is an alternative to pork.
Common questions in Studdal
Do you come out to small places like Studdal?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
How far is Studdal from London?
Roughly 64 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can relatives eat with residents?
Many homes make it a family day.
Do you need power or water?
Cooking is gas-fired, so no mains power is needed for the roast. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will adjust.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it is several hours. We’ll confirm our arrival time when we quote.
How do we prepare?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We bring everything else.
How much will it be?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on numbers, menu, service time and distance. Ask us for a quote.
Studdal: care homes and access
Studdal is about 4 miles north of Dover, in Kent. Our roaster is a regular sight at care home events around Studdal, from gardens to fields. Studdal is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Studdal to Canterbury (12 miles away).
For homes that welcome visitors from a church like East Studdal Church Hall, a hog roast lunch is an easy way to say thank you. With the sea within about 5 miles, many residents will have memories of the seaside.
Care home events anywhere in CT15 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and roughly how many residents. Whether your care home event is on Chapel Lane, Homestead Lane and Northdowns Close or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Nearby, we also cater care home events in Ashley (1 mile south-west), East Studdal (1 mile north-east), West Langdon (1 mile south), Sutton (1 mile east) and Martin (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north), Dover (4 miles south), Folkestone (10 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Walmer Castle (4 miles east) and Dover Transport Museum (3.2 miles south).
Prices and what affects them
We do not use a fixed price list, because every care home event is different. The main factors are:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Crockery choices
- The journey to the venue
- The number of people
For larger numbers, a hog roast is generally good value, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, please mention:
- Dietary requirements
- Where the event is
- Roughly how many people
- Any venue rules
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
Is a hog roast right for your care home event?
Compared with a buffet, hot carved pork on a plate is easier to manage for many residents. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why book our hog roast in Studdal
- All the equipment comes with us
- Planned to your running order
- Carved to order by a chef
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
The process
The roaster cooks outdoors, under a gazebo on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and trees. We will agree the spot with you beforehand. Late May in Studdal has light until about 8:45pm, so a spring hog roast day can carry on into the evening.
- A date and rough headcount from the home gets things started.
- We look at photos of the garden or car park and suggest a cooking spot.
- The kitchen shares residents’ dietary needs with us.
- Residents can see and smell the roast from the morning.
- Lunch is carved and served, and we pack away quietly afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
Get a quote
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
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- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls 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