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Hog Roast for Staff Days in Woodford, Greater London
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast for your team turns the food into a centrepiece of your staff event in Woodford.
- Team days and away days
- Project wrap-ups
- Staff summer days
A hog roast near Woodford
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. After-work summer events in Woodford have light until about 9:20pm at midsummer and 8:50pm in late May, which suits a team barbecue-style evening. In late September, the light goes at about 7:05pm.
- Send us the site, date, numbers and break time.
- 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
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
How to get a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
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How our corporate hog roast works in Woodford
For a client event, a hog roast carved by a chef makes an impression. With china and sides, it becomes a proper meal. For away days and client hospitality, we will put together a menu of coleslaw, rotisserie chicken and salads.
For offices in and around Woodford, the roaster usually goes in a car park, yard or courtyard, if the building allows gas cooking. Get facilities’ approval for gas cooking early. We bring the roaster, the cover and everything we need to cook and serve, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
- Location
- Woodford (IG8, E18, IG9, E4)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Label the vegetarian and vegan food
- Add a dietary question to the sign-up
- Put the allergen list where people can see it
We set up on the agreed spot, frequently first thing, then roast through the morning.
Add sides for a bigger lunch.
The menu, dish by dish
Spit-roast lamb
Lamb roasted on the spit is a lovely alternative to pork, especially for staff who do not eat pork.
Crackling
Good crackling needs time and heat, which is exactly what a slow hog roast gives it.
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Prices and what affects them
We work out each quote from:
- How long the roast and service take
- The date and time of year
- Access to the cooking area
- Distance from us
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.
Getting an accurate quote
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- An estimate of numbers
- What the outdoor space is like
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- The address or postcode
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- Your site’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- A safe distance from walls and vehicles
- A named contact for the day
Woodford is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access can be tight: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Staff days in Woodford: access and travel
Woodford is about 9 miles north-east of London, in Greater London. A hog roast suits staff events around Woodford, whatever the venue. We cater 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Woodford to London (9 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Woodford are Valentines Mansion (2.7 miles south-east) and Bruce Castle (4.5 miles west). For a client event at a historic house, ask early about rules for outside caterers. By road, Woodford is on or near the A113 and A121, which makes it easy for us to reach.
Here we cover the IG8, E18, IG9 and E4 postcode area, so your staff event can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include The Square, Brackley Square and Glen Crescent, and a staff event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Woodford is on the A113 and A121, so it’s easy for us to reach with the equipment. For staff events just outside Woodford, we cover Woodford Wells (1 mile north), Monkhams (1 mile north), Woodford Bridge (1 mile east), Hale End (1 mile west) and Chingford Hatch (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (9 miles south-west), City of Westminster (10 miles south-west), Marylebone (10 miles south-west), Kensington (12 miles south-west), St Pancras (8 miles south-west) and Shoreditch (7 miles south-west).
A little further out are The Epping Forest Museum (2.1 miles north) and Buckhurst Hill East (1.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Woodford include Ainslie Wood and Pole Hill.
- Schools near Woodford include Woodford Green Preparatory School (under half a mile north-west) and Churchfields Junior School (0.5 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Former White Hart Public House (0.7 miles south-west)
Why choose corporate hog roast in Woodford?
Chicken, lamb and vegetarian options are available.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Woodford:
- Team-building days
- Site open days
- Summer team parties
- Team treats
Teams travelling in by rail can use the station: Highams Park station is about 1.3 miles away.
Questions to ask before you book
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
Working with your venue
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
FAQs for Woodford
Could you cook in The Highams Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Ask them first.
What if our house in Woodford has no side access?
It depends on access: a rear gate or yard typically works. Tell us about steps, gates and parking and we will advise.
How big a hog will we need?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
Is crockery included?
Plates come as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we’ll add it to the quote.
Can you roast in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the cooking. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
Is a hog roast smart enough for clients?
It can be dressed up, depending on the crockery and menu.
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.
What comes with the hog roast?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Should I cook it myself?
Full catering or machine hire? With catering, our chef roasts, carves and serves, and our staff clear up. With hire only, you do the cooking yourself.
Buying in a cold buffet is another option, but nothing beats hot pork and crackling carved in front of you, especially outdoors.
- 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 by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away