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Fête and Festival Hog Roast in Dora's Green, Surrey
Something for nearly everyone: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Hog roast for events in Dora's Green.
- Agricultural and country shows
- Charity fundraisers
- Vintage rallies
A hog roast near Dora's Green
Hog roast for events in Dora's Green, slow-roasted on site
Country shows near Dora's Green suit a hog roast, on a field, serving all day. We are often asked to cater horse and dog shows and vintage rallies, serving hog roast rolls, apple sauce and a vegan burger or sausage.
A fête near Dora's Green might be on a field with no mains power; we cook on gas, so we do not need mains power. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
How it works
We take care of everything from the first hour of roasting to clearing away, so you can enjoy your event. In late May, sunset in Dora's Green is about 8:55pm, and midsummer ones until about 9:20pm. Evening festivals need lighting by the stall after that.
- Organisers send us the event details.
- We confirm the pitch and send a price.
- The roast starts before the gates open.
- We serve as visitors arrive.
- We pack down and take our waste.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Let us know about tight access
Getting a price
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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Space, access and the venue
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Before booking, check:
- A level pitch with firm ground
- Any paperwork the organisers need
- The landowner’s or council’s agreement
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Hog roast rolls
About the food
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, perfect for eating on the move. Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Common questions in Dora's Green
Is Dora's Green too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Which station is closest to Dora's Green?
The closest is Farnham station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
What happens after service?
We pack everything away after service, so you’re not left with the mess.
Is it pay as you go?
That depends on the event. Let us know how you’d like it to work and we’ll talk it through.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
What comes with the hog roast?
Rolls with roast pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. You can add lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options, salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
DIY machine hire is available. We’ll confirm what comes with it and how to use it.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Hours rather than minutes. You will know our arrival time in advance.
Should I cook it myself?
If you are confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You do the roasting and carving; we’ll confirm what comes with it when you ask.
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.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Dora's Green
Dora's Green is about 2 miles north-west of Farnham, in Surrey. Events in Dora's Green are part of our patch, along with the towns and villages around it. Dora's Green is one of 395 places in Surrey where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Dora's Green to Guildford (about 11 miles away).
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as St Mary's Church, a hog roast adds hot food to the cakes and tombola. For anyone arriving by train, Farnham station, about 2.3 miles south-east, is the nearest station.
We cater events across the GU10 postcode area and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Dora's Green, we also cover Warren Corner (1 mile north), Redlands (1 mile north-west), Ewshot (1 mile north), Dippenhall (1 mile south) and Crondall (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (11 miles east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north-east), Frimley (8 miles north-east), Haslemere (11 miles south-east) and Ash (5 miles east).
A little further out are Powderham Castle (1.1 miles south-west) and Museum of Farnham (1.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Aunt's Pool and Farnham Park.
- Local schools include Weydon School (2 miles south-east)
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
For big events, ask us about the expected crowds early, so we can plan. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book our hog roast in Dora's Green
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
See our pricing or our hog roast cost guide.
What affects the price in Dora's Green
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The journey to the venue
- Plates or china
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
What we need to know
For a quick, accurate price, send us:
- Your menu choices
- An estimate of numbers
- A photo of the cooking area
- Any venue rules
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Working with your venue
If you are 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’ll keep everyone in the loop.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Looking after everyone
Some visitors won’t eat pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Tell us what the event asks of traders
- Remember stuffing typically contains gluten
- Balance the food line-up
- Plan separately for halal if needed
At the end, we pack down and take our waste.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards