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Hog Roast for Care Homes in Upton, Southampton
Care home hog roast in Upton: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Days for relatives
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Retirement community days
A hog roast near Upton
Step by step
People love watching the carving: the hog is carved in front of your residents, and the crackling is shared out so everyone gets some. In summer, Upton has daylight until about 9:25pm, which makes garden events easy. In winter, dark by about 4:00pm, a lunchtime event is better.
- 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.
- Your kitchen team tells us about diets and textures.
- Residents can see and smell the roast from the morning.
- Lunch is carved and served, and we pack away quietly afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
How to get a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Care home hog roast in Upton, carved to order
Staff thank-you lunches are another reason homes book us. We are frequently asked to cater staff appreciation days and milestone days for the home, serving halloumi skewers, thinly carved roast pork and apple sauce.
Country homes near Upton frequently have big gardens with views, so residents can enjoy the garden while lunch cooks. Our chef carves in front of your residents, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp.
- Location
- Upton (SO16)
- Region
- Southampton
- From the roaster
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Also available
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Upton: care homes and access
Upton is about 2 miles north-west of Regents Park, in Southampton. We bring a hog roast day to care home events anywhere in Upton, as long as there’s an outdoor spot to cook. We cover 40 places in Southampton, from the larger towns to small villages.
For families visiting by train, the nearest station is Redbridge station, about 2.1 miles south. A care home summer fair, perhaps with a church like Church of St John, is a good occasion for a hog roast. Upton is within about 8 miles of the New Forest National Park. The coast is within about 5 miles, and a day in the garden may bring back seaside memories.
We cater care home events across the SO16 postcode area. We can cater a care home event on streets such as Upton Lane, Romsey Road and Greenwood Avenue, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Other places close to Upton we cover include Nursling (1 mile south), Rownhams (1 mile east), Ashfield (1 mile north-west), Toothill (1 mile north) and Hillyfields (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Southampton (4 miles south-east), Shirley (3 miles south-east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles south-east) and Chartwell Green (5 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Eling Experience (2.2 miles south) and Romsey Extra (2.4 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Testwood Lakes.
- Nearby schools include Oasis Academy Lord's Hill (0.9 miles south-east) and Oaklands Community School (0.9 miles south-east)
FAQs for Upton
Which station is closest to Upton?
The closest is Redbridge station, roughly 2.1 miles away.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Can you cater in Upton?
Yes, Upton is in our area. Send us the address and we will check the date.
Can families and staff join in?
Families and staff are welcome.
Can you fit around mealtimes?
Choose the time, and we will plan the roast around it.
Can you roast in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the cooking. Somewhere covered for people to eat helps.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Hours rather than minutes. You will know our arrival time in advance.
How do we prepare?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We bring everything else.
Occasions we serve in Upton
It brings a sense of occasion to an ordinary day.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Upton:
- Home anniversaries
- Summer fêtes
- Days for relatives
- Day centre lunches
Testwood Lakes is close by, a good starting point for a chat about days out.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- VAT, if it applies
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
Before you choose a spot
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Before booking, check:
- A level outdoor area
- A spot that keeps access clear
- Away from opening windows
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the roaster
- Roast potatoes
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
- Roast pork, carved
What a hog roast costs
We work out each quote from:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How many people are eating
- How long the roast and service take
- Menu choices and extras
Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Allergies we should know about
- Anything the venue has asked for
- A photo of the cooking area
- The address or postcode
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Working with your venue
Marquee suppliers normally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Is a hog roast right for your care home event?
Compared with a buffet, a plated hot meal suits residents better. For larger numbers, a hog roast is normally good value, because one whole roast feeds a lot of people. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Why book our hog roast in Upton
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Served at the time you choose
Read how we price or what a hog roast costs.
Places near Upton
What else we do in Upton
The menu, dish by dish
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken from the rotisserie gives people a non-pork choice, turned until the skin is golden.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg, in a roll or on a plate.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Most people love a hog roast, but it’s pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Share residents’ dietary needs with us in good time
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Ask us to carve thinly for residents
- Include staff and visitors in your numbers
We serve where you choose: dining room, lounge or garden.
Plates rather than rolls suit many residents.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards