Hampshire · England
Hog Roast for Events for East Harting
We bring a hog roast for your event to East Harting and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Community events
- Church and village fêtes
- Tournaments and sports days
Book a hog roast in East Harting
Hog roast for events in East Harting, carved to order
Agricultural shows and country events near East Harting are a natural home for a hog roast, with fields, crowds and long days. Typical bookings include fundraising events and fun runs and sports events, with apple sauce, rotisserie chicken and a vegan burger or sausage.
For a village fête or field event near East Harting, we can cook in a field. Ground and access matter, so tell us about them. 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.
Occasions we serve in East Harting
It copes with an all-day event, carving as people arrive.
We are regularly asked to cater all sorts of events around East Harting, including:
- Charity fundraisers
- Food and music festivals
- Town and village days
- Church and village fêtes
If visitors are coming by train, the closest railway station is Petersfield station, roughly 4.1 miles north-west of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- Any travel or access charges
- If the price includes VAT
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- Staffing on the day
Catered or do it yourself?
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
You could go for a cold buffet, but hot, freshly carved roast pork is a different experience, especially outdoors.
Running an event in East Harting
East Harting is about 4 miles south-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. We set up the roaster at gardens, car parks, yards and venues around East Harting. We bring hog roasts to all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 23 miles away.
School fairs, for a school like Harting CofE Primary School, are a natural fit for a hog roast. Running a fête for a church like The Parish Church of St Mary & St Gabriel? A hog roast draws people in. Events in and around the South Downs National Park, within about a mile of East Harting, often have rules about cooking, vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules.
Anywhere in GU31, we can roast on site for your visitors. That could mean an event in a garden on Hollist Lane, East Harting Street and Orchard Close, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the roaster. We also bring hog roasts to events in South Harting (1 mile west), Nyewood (1 mile north), Elsted (1 mile east), Elsted Marsh (2 miles east) and Dumpford (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (9 miles south-west), Horndean (8 miles south-west), Alton (13 miles north), Waterlooville (10 miles south-west), Petersfield (4 miles north-west) and Purbrook (10 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Petersfield Community Hospital (4.1 miles north-west) and Bear Museum (3.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near East Harting include Iping and Stedham Commons and Oakham Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Ship Inn (0.8 miles west)
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How it works
Here’s how the day normally runs: we arrive, set up under cover and start roasting, the roast cooks gently through the day, and our chef carves it when you’re ready. Late-September events in East Harting lose the light at about 7:05pm, so plan lighting if you’re trading into the evening.
- Tell us about the event.
- We confirm the pitch and send a price.
- The roast starts before the gates open.
- We carve to order through the day.
- We pack down and take our waste.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Name a contact for the day
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
How to get a price
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
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How we price a hog roast for your event
Things that change the price:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Numbers
- Time on site
- Site access
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
What we need to know
These are the details we need:
- The date and time of the event
- Dietary requirements
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- A picture of the cooking area
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
Where the roaster can go in East Harting
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Things to check:
- Details of what the event requires
- Permission for cooking on the site
- Flat, firm ground for the roaster
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Crackling
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Planning for dietary needs
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Stuffing normally contains gluten
- Tell us if there’s a vegetarian or vegan focus
- Show allergens at the stall
- Tell us what the event asks of traders
Give us a contact on the day.
A vegan burger or sausage covers vegan visitors.
A hog roast or other catering?
At large shows, ask us about the expected crowds early. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why book with us
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- An itemised quote
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
About the food
Stuffing and apple sauce
Apple sauce brings sweetness and sharpness are the traditional pairing. Note that stuffing typically contains gluten.
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
Your questions about a hog roast for your event in East Harting
What’s the nearest station to East Harting?
The closest is Petersfield station, roughly 4.1 miles away.
Is East Harting close to London?
Roughly 49 miles from the centre of London.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. Serving inside is often possible, with the venue’s agreement.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
Yes, for confident cooks. Ask and we will talk you through it.
When do you start roasting?
Hours rather than minutes. You will know our arrival time in advance.
What about coeliacs?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
What paperwork do you provide?
Organisers often ask for a risk assessment or gas safety details. Let us know what you need.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away