Kent · England
Corporate Hog Roast in Northdown
From the first smell of roasting pork to the last piece of crackling, a hog roast for your team turns the food into a centrepiece of your staff event in Northdown.
- Client and customer events
- Family fun days
- Thank-you lunches
Planning an event in Northdown?
How our corporate hog roast works in Northdown
Whether it’s twenty people or a whole site, the roast is sized to fit. Tell us the numbers and the serving window and we’ll quote. On the menu are hog roast rolls, rotisserie chicken and coleslaw, and we are regularly asked to cater site open days and away days.
For businesses around Northdown, a staff lunch in the yard is easy to arrange. Let us know about the site. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
Planning a team lunch in Northdown
Northdown is about 2 miles east of Margate, in Kent. Staff events in Northdown are part of our patch. Northdown is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Northdown to Canterbury (16 miles away).
Northdown sits roughly 66 miles from central London, well within our area. For colleagues arriving by train, the nearest station is Broadstairs station, about 1.8 miles south. Within about 2 miles of the sea, sites can be windy.
We bring hog roasts to staff events all over the CT9 and CT10 postcode area. From Old Road, Holly Lane and Green Lane or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Nearby, we also cater staff events in Palm Bay (1 mile north-west), Cliftonville (1 mile west), Kingsgate (1 mile east), St Peter's (1 mile south) and Broadstairs (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Ramsgate (3 miles south), Deal (12 miles south), Herne Bay (12 miles west), Walmer (13 miles south), St Lawrence (3 miles south) and Newington (3 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Westwood Cross (2.1 miles south-west) and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (1.4 miles south-west).
- Nearby schools include Dane Court Grammar School (1.7 miles south)
- Local pubs include Captain Digby Inn (0.9 miles east)
What comes off the roaster
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sage and onion stuffing and apple sauce are the classic partners, balancing the rich, salty pork.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables, in a roll or on a plate.
Space, access and the venue
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. The ideal spot has:
- Approval from facilities for gas equipment
- Access through the site gates
- Flat ground in a car park or courtyard
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Northdown
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Crackling
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
For client events, add china, sides and a second roast to make it more formal. 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.
Why book our hog roast in Northdown
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
Take a look at our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
Northdown: your questions answered
Can you roast near the sea around Northdown?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
What’s the nearest station to Northdown?
Broadstairs station, about 1.8 miles south of the centre.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on numbers, menu, service time and distance. Tell us about your staff event for a quote.
Can you serve a fixed lunch break?
Yes. We time the roast to be ready and serve quickly. Rolls are the fastest way to serve.
Do you need power or water?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Tell us what’s available and we will plan around it.
Towns and villages near Northdown
What else we do in Northdown
Looking after everyone
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Count anyone who does not eat pork, for the alternatives
- Collect dietary needs when you send the invite
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Put the allergen list where people can see it
We follow your site’s sign-in and safety rules.
Tell us about branding or theming for open days and we will fit in.
Events we cater in Northdown
It needs no kitchen on site, only an outdoor cooking area.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Northdown and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Team days and away days
- End-of-project celebrations
- Team treats
- Summer staff parties
Historic houses near Northdown include Quex Park (4.5 miles west). For a client event at a historic house, ask early about rules for outside caterers.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- How many staff will carve and serve
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
The process
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. Open days in Northdown generally finish in daylight, though in winter it’s dark by about 3:50pm.
- Send us the site, date, numbers and break time.
- We check access and gas rules and quote.
- The roast starts early on site.
- We serve within your break.
- We tidy up and leave.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Ask for a quote
If you are comparing hog roast caterers for Northdown, check what each quote actually includes. We spell it out in ours. To get yours, send us your details through our quote form.
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Working with your venue
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Should I cook it myself?
DIY hire works best when someone in the family loves cooking. For weddings and bigger events, a catered roast is normally easier.
Buying in a cold buffet is another option, but hot, freshly carved roast pork is a different experience.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards