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Hog Roast for Events for Ashlett
Treat your visitors to a proper hog roast at your event in Ashlett. We roast on site, carve to order and serve it hot.
- Festivals
- Horse and dog shows
- PTA summer fairs
A hog roast near Ashlett
How the day works
When we arrive, we position the roaster under cover and get the hog cooking. It then roasts slowly for several hours, worked back from your serving time. At midsummer, events in Ashlett stay light until about 9:20pm, which helps evening trading. Winter fairs, dark by about 4:00pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- It starts with your event date, site and expected numbers.
- We check the pitch and any paperwork, then quote.
- We set up early so the roast is ready when visitors arrive.
- We carve and serve through the agreed hours.
- We pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
Get a quote
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: send us your details through our quote form.
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Hog roast for events in Ashlett, slow-roasted on site
At a fête, fair or festival in Ashlett, a hog roast stall draws a crowd. We cook on site and carve to order, keeping the queue moving. Typical bookings include church and village fêtes and community days and street fairs, with halloumi skewers, rotisserie chicken and hog roast rolls.
At a fête or show near Ashlett, we can cook in a field. Tell us about the ground and the way in. The carving happens right in front of your visitors, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling, and nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
Running an event in Ashlett
Ashlett is about 4 miles south-east of Hythe, in Hampshire. From village halls to gardens and fields, events around Ashlett suit a hog roast. We cater all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 7 miles away.
School fairs, for a school like Fawley Infant School, are a natural fit for a hog roast. For visitors coming by rail, Hamble station, about 3.1 miles north, is the nearest station. Within about 5 miles is the New Forest National Park, where events may have extra rules on cooking and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements. With the sea within about 3 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events.
Wherever your event is in SO45, we can roast on site for your visitors. For events just outside Ashlett, we cover Stonehills (1 mile south-west), Fawley (1 mile west), Sprat's Down (1 mile south), Calshot (1 mile south-east) and Blackfield (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Gosport (8 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles north), Fareham (7 miles east), Horndean (15 miles east), Totton (10 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (11 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Calshot Castle (1.6 miles east) and Coldeast (4 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Mercury Marshes.
- Nearby schools include The New Forest Academy (2.1 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include Falcon Hotel (under half a mile west)
Questions from Ashlett
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Is Ashlett too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you need power or water?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
Yes, for confident cooks. We’ll explain the details with your quote.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. Serving inside is often possible, with the venue’s agreement.
How much will it be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Send us the details and we will quote.
How big a hog will we need?
We size the roast to your numbers, so tell us your best estimate. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Is a hog roast right for your event?
One hog roast and a couple of other stalls gives visitors a good choice. A hog roast is frequently good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Why us?
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Planned to your running order
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Our staff serve and clear
Take a look at our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
DIY versus a catered hog roast
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone ends up cooking in batches all afternoon. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
You could roast a hog yourself, but it’s a long day’s work, from setting up and lighting the roaster to carving. With us catering, you get to be a host, not a cook.
For event organisers in Ashlett
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep you both updated.
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.
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What a hog roast costs
The price comes down to:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Crockery choices
- Time on site
- The date and time of year
Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. Every event gets its own quote, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- What the outdoor space is like
- The address or postcode
- Your menu choices
- Anything the venue has asked for
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Halal isn’t offered
- Show allergens at the stall
- Signpost the stall clearly
- Stuffing normally contains gluten
We work to your event plan, including when vehicles can move.
Add coleslaw.
About the food
Stuffing and apple sauce
Stuffing and a dollop of apple sauce turn a pork roll into a hog roast roll.
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken off the rotisserie, carved or jointed can be served in a roll or on a plate.
Perfect for your event in Ashlett
The smell alone brings visitors over.
However big or small the event in Ashlett, a slow roast goes a long way. Bookings frequently include:
- Car shows and rallies
- Club events
- PTA summer fairs
- Town and village days
A summer fête at Church of All Saints is the classic setting for a hog roast.
What to look for in a quote
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Plates, china and cutlery
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- 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
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away