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Hog Roast for Events for Dean
Hog roast for events in Dean: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- School fairs and sports days
- Charity fundraisers
- Festivals
Book a hog roast in Dean
Step by step
People love watching the carving: the hog is carved in front of your visitors, and the crackling is shared out so everyone gets some. In late May, sunset in Dean is about 8:55pm, while at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. After dark, the stall needs lighting.
- You tell us the event, the pitch and the expected crowd.
- We check the pitch and any paperwork, then quote.
- On the day we set up under cover and get the hog on.
- We carve rolls to order as the queue moves.
- We pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Send final numbers in good time
- Let us know about tight access
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
Ask for a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Hog roast for events near Dean
A hog roast fits a village fête perfectly: people follow their noses, and a roll is easy to eat on the move. We are often asked to cater school events and fundraising events, serving rotisserie chicken, a vegan burger or sausage and apple sauce.
Near Dean, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a hog roast goes down well. We plan the timings around your day, because the roast has to start hours before you eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
A closer look at the menu
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we will plan the vegan burgers or sausages.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Everything goes into a soft roll, easy to eat standing up. Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
What affects the price in Dean
The biggest factors are:
- How many people are eating
- Season and day of the week
- Distance from us
- Access to the cooking area
Numbers make the biggest difference: the price per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
What to tell us
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- The address or postcode
- What the outdoor space is like
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any venue rules
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: use our quote form.
Common questions in Dean
What’s the nearest station to Dean?
The closest is Botley station, roughly 4.6 miles away.
How far is Dean from London?
Roughly 60 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What happens after service?
We pack everything away after service, so you are not left with the mess.
Do you have documents for event organisers?
Tell us what your event requires, and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we’ll adjust.
Do you do charity events?
Let us know your plans, and we’ll suggest a way to make it work.
Who serves?
No need for your own staff: we carve, serve and tidy up.
Is there a non-pork option?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. We do not provide halal meat.
Planning the cooking spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Ideally:
- A safe distance from other traders
- Details of what the event requires
- Space for people to queue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Dean
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Hog roast rolls
Occasions we serve in Dean
It suits all ages.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast in Dean. Typical bookings include:
- Community days and street fairs
- Agricultural and country shows
- Fun runs and sports events
- School events
PTAs at schools such as Bishops Waltham Infant School often want one reliable hot-food stall.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Who carves and who serves
Full catering or machine hire?
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. With a hog roast, one roast feeds everyone at once.
Roasting a whole hog yourself is possible, but it takes hours of attention, from early set-up to carving at the end. A catered hog roast means you can enjoy the day.
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Other occasions in Dean
Dean events: pitches and permissions
Dean is about 6 miles north-east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. We cover Dean and its neighbours for events. Dean is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Dean to Southampton (about 9 miles away).
For visitors coming by rail, Botley station is about 4.6 miles away. A summer fête at Church of St Peter is the classic setting for a hog roast.
Wherever your event is in SO32, we can roast on site for your visitors, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on Dean Lane, Little Ashton Lane and Limekiln Lane or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include The Hangers (1 mile east), Upper Swanmore (2 miles south-east), Swanmore (2 miles south), Hill Grove (2 miles south-east) and Droxford (3 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (8 miles north-west), Gosport (12 miles south), Havant (12 miles south-east), Eastleigh (6 miles west), Fareham (8 miles south) and Horndean (9 miles south-east).
A little further out are Bishop's Waltham Museum (1.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Bishops Waltham Branch LNR and Beacon Hill.
- Local schools include Swanmore College of Technology (2.1 miles south)
Is a hog roast right for your event?
A hog roast alongside cakes and teas gives visitors a good choice. Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Why book with us
- Planned to your running order
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
Read our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away