Isle of Wight · England
Hog Roast for Staff Days in Upton, Isle of Wight
Looking for a hog roast for your team in Upton? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and carve when you’re ready to eat.
- Client hospitality
- Staff summer days
- Project wrap-ups
Book a hog roast in Upton
Upton for staff days and open days
Upton is about 1 mile south-west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We cover staff events in Upton, as well as the surrounding area. Upton is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Upton to Southampton (about 17 miles away).
Commuters will know that the nearest station is Smallbrook Junction station, about 1.1 miles east. Within about 2 miles of the sea, sites can be windy, so we choose a sheltered spot for the roaster.
Staff events anywhere in PO33 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Whether your staff event is on Stroud Wood Road, Upton Road and Carters Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Other places close to Upton we cover include Haylands (1 mile north-east), Binstead (1 mile north), Ryde (1 mile north-east), Oakfield (1 mile north-east) and Elmfield (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Newport (5 miles west), Cowes (6 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles south), Shanklin (6 miles south), Ventnor (8 miles south) and East Cowes (5 miles north-west). If your staff event is somewhere remote, let us know early and we’ll plan the trip.
Nearby you will also find Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (5.2 miles south) and Sandown Castle (4 miles south). The countryside around Upton includes Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brading Down.
- Local schools include Ryde Academy (0.8 miles north) and Ryde School with Upper Chine (1.3 miles north-east)
Corporate hog roast for your staff event in Upton
Staff days in Upton work well with a hog roast: rolls are fast to serve and easy to eat. There are choices for people who don’t eat pork. We serve rotisserie chicken, hog roast rolls and crackling, and we’re often booked for team treats and new premises openings.
For farms and rural sites near Upton, a hog roast brings a hot lunch to wherever the team is. Let us know about tracks and gates. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
- Where
- Upton (PO33)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- From the roaster
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Alongside
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
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How we price a hog roast for your team
The price comes down to:
- Season and day of the week
- Numbers
- Menu choices and extras
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- An estimate of numbers
- Any venue rules
- The venue or postcode
- What the outdoor space is like
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Questions from Upton
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Which station is closest to Upton?
The closest is Smallbrook Junction station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
Can you set up in our car park?
Most car parks and yards are fine, if there’s a level spot away from buildings and vehicles.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We work back from your serving time.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we will confirm everything in writing.
Do you come to Upton?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Upton and the rest of the Isle of Wight included. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Label the vegetarian and vegan food
- Stuffing typically contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Count anyone who doesn’t eat pork, for the alternatives
- Request gluten-free rolls
Name someone in facilities or reception for the day.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Space, access and the venue
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- Level hardstanding or lawn
- A contact on site
- Clearance from the building and parked cars
Upton is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we’ll plan the journey.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Upton
- Crackling
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with sandwich platters, a hog roast is hot, fresh and feels like an event. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why Upton hosts choose us
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
Take a look at our prices page or what a hog roast costs.
How the day works
The roaster cooks outdoors, on a level, open spot under cover, well clear of walls, tents and trees. We agree exactly where before the day. Open days in Upton typically finish in daylight, though in winter it’s dark by about 4:00pm.
- Contact us with the basics.
- We check with facilities and quote.
- We roast on site.
- Service is fast once we carve.
- We leave the site clean.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
Ask for a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or PO33 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
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Catered or do it yourself?
If you’re confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You cook and carve it yourself; we’ll confirm what comes with it when you ask.
Buying in a cold buffet is another option, but nothing beats hot pork and crackling carved in front of you, especially outdoors.
Events we cater in Upton
It is quick to serve once carving starts, ideal for a set break.
In Upton and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Staff summer days
- Retirement do’s
- Family fun days
- Thank-you lunches
Among the historic houses close to Upton are Nunwell House (2.2 miles south-east) and Morton Manor (3 miles south-east). For a client event at a historic house, ask early about rules for outside caterers.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- Who carves and who serves
- The full menu and the sides
- Allergen information for every dish
Working with your venue
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards