Kent · England
Hog Roast for Staff Days in Farthingloe, Kent
Looking for a hog roast for your team in Farthingloe? The roaster comes to your venue, home or workplace and cooks under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Launch days
- Summer team parties
Book a hog roast in Farthingloe
Corporate hog roast for your staff event in Farthingloe
From a small team to a whole site, we size the roast to your numbers. Tell us the numbers and the serving window and we’ll quote. We are often asked to cater away days and family fun days, serving rotisserie chicken, spit-roast lamb and crackling.
For farms and rural sites near Farthingloe, we can cook in the yard. Let us know about tracks and gates. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
Why choose a hog roast in Farthingloe?
If it’s for clients, add china, sides and a second roast for a more polished feel. UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. We quote every event individually, with everything listed.
Why book our hog roast in Farthingloe
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- All the equipment comes with us
See our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
Staff days in Farthingloe: access and travel
Farthingloe is about 2 miles south-west of Dover, in Kent. Farthingloe and the surrounding area are covered for staff events. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
For staff and visitors coming by train, Dover Priory station, about 1.3 miles north-east, is the nearest station. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 8 miles, rural team days are easy to arrange. The coast is within about 2 miles, and open sites can be breezy.
This part of Kent takes in CT15, and we can cater your staff event anywhere in it. For staff events just outside Farthingloe, we cover Maxton (1 mile north-east), Aycliffe (1 mile south-east), Church Hougham (1 mile west), Dover (2 miles north-east) and West Hougham (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (5 miles south-west), Deal (9 miles north-east), Hythe (9 miles west), Walmer (8 miles north-east) and Hawkinge (5 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Buckland Hospital (1.2 miles north-east) and Old Town Gaol (1.6 miles north-east). Within reach you will find Dover Western Heights and Sugar Loaf Hill.
- Local schools include Astor College for the Arts (0.8 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include Crown & Sceptre pub (0.8 miles north-east)
Where the roaster can go in Farthingloe
It’s worth planning the cooking area in advance. We look for:
- A level spot in the car park, yard or grounds
- Sign-off for outside caterers
- Access through the site gates
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Farthingloe
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Coleslaw
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
About the food
Crackling
The skin crisps up over the hours of roasting, and we break it up so everyone gets a piece.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some staff will be vegetarian, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Perfect for your staff event in Farthingloe
It is quick to serve once carving starts, ideal for a set break.
Our roaster has been booked for a wide mix of occasions near Farthingloe, such as:
- Team-building days
- End-of-project celebrations
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Client and customer events
Farthingloe sits roughly 65 miles from central London, well within our area.
Comparing caterers
- How many staff will carve and serve
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
What affects the price in Farthingloe
We don’t use a fixed price list, because every staff event is different. What matters most:
- The journey to the venue
- How many people are eating
- Time on site
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
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.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- A photo of the cooking area
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rough numbers
- Any venue rules
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Put the allergen list where people can see it
- Add a dietary question to the sign-up
We follow your site’s sign-in and safety rules.
Add sides for a bigger lunch.
What happens on the day
Serving is straightforward: the chef carves and the team serves, and sides go out at the same time. Afterwards we clear the serving area and pack away. If your staff event in Farthingloe runs into the evening, check the light: about 9:15pm in June, 7:00pm in late September and 3:50pm in December.
- Tell us where, when, how many and when you eat.
- We check access and gas rules and quote.
- The roast starts early on site.
- Our chef carves and our staff serve on time.
- We pack away and go.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Ask for a quote
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Working with your venue
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
If you are booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We’ll fit in with site rules.
Nearby places to Farthingloe
Other occasions in Farthingloe
FAQs for Farthingloe
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Is Farthingloe too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
How big a hog will we need?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
What happens in bad weather?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. Serving inside is often possible, with the venue’s agreement.
When should we book?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
Do you come to Farthingloe?
We do. Send us the address and we will check the date.
Is a hog roast smart enough for clients?
It can be as relaxed or polished as you like, with plates or china.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards