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Hog Roast for Events for Godalming
Hog roast for events in Godalming: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Horse and dog shows
- PTA summer fairs
- Tournaments and sports days
Planning an event in Godalming?
For event organisers in Godalming
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
How our hog roast for events works in Godalming
A hog roast can help a fundraiser in Godalming attract visitors. Tell us about the event and we will suggest how it could work. Whether it is charity days and small festivals, we can cook hog roast rolls, apple sauce and crackling.
Events near Godalming are frequently volunteer-run, so a self-contained hog roast helps. The hog is roasted on site at your event, low and slow, for hours, and carved only when you are ready to eat.
Running an event in Godalming
Godalming is about 5 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Godalming and the surrounding area. We bring hog roasts to 395 places across Surrey.
A summer fête at St Edmund Church is the classic setting for a hog roast. PTAs at schools such as Moss Lane School often want one reliable hot-food stall. Events in and around the Surrey Hills National Landscape, within about 7 miles of Godalming, frequently have rules about cooking, vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules.
We bring hog roasts to events all over GU7 and GU8 and the streets around it. Local streets include High Street, Station Road and Market Mews; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. You will find Godalming on the A3100 and B2130, which makes the journey straightforward. For events just outside Godalming, we cover Aaron's Hill (1 mile west), Busbridge (1 mile south-east), Farncombe (1 mile north), Tuesley (1 mile south) and Upper Eashing (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (5 miles north), Woking (9 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north-west), Farnham (8 miles west), Dorking (13 miles east) and Frimley (10 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Guildford Castle (3.9 miles north-east) and Godalming Museum (within half a mile north). The countryside around Godalming includes Frith Hill and Farncombe Wood.
- Nearby schools include St Hilary's School (under half a mile south-west) and Godalming College (0.5 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Richmond Arms Public House (within half a mile west)
What a hog roast costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- The number of people
- Access to the cooking area
- Menu choices and extras
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
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. We quote every event individually, with everything listed.
What we need to know
When you contact us, please mention:
- A photo of the cooking area
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The venue or postcode
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
Is a hog roast right for your event?
Next to volunteers cooking, a professional hog roast frees up your helpers. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why book with us
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Serving and clearing done for you
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Not everyone eats pork, so it is worth adding an alternative. A few pointers:
- Balance the food line-up
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Remember stuffing generally contains gluten
- Let us know if many visitors are vegetarian
We arrive early, set up on the pitch and start roasting, so the roast is ready when visitors arrive.
Tell us about any theme, such as a vintage fête.
Godalming questions
How far is Godalming from London?
About 31 miles from central London.
Can you do a hog roast in Phillips Memorial Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we’ll bring them. You will get allergen details for everything.
Can you help with a fundraiser?
We’re happy to talk it through.
How long does the roast need?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
What if it rains?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
How much room do you need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. Send us a photo if you are unsure.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. Serving inside is often possible, with the venue’s agreement.
What the cooking area needs
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- A vehicle route onto the pitch
- A safe distance from other traders
- Any paperwork the organisers need
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the roaster
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Coleslaw
Who books hog roast for events in Godalming?
Alternatives cover non-pork eaters.
In Godalming and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Charity fundraisers
- School fairs and sports days
- Tournaments and sports days
- Country shows
For anyone arriving by train, Godalming station is in Godalming itself.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is included
- Any travel or access charges
- A clear list of what’s included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
How the day works
We roast under cover, so a shower will not spoil the food. Your visitors will still want somewhere dry to eat, such as a marquee, hall or barn. For an autumn event in Godalming, sunset is around 7:05pm in late September, so evening trading needs lights.
- Share the date, site and expected crowds.
- We discuss the package or stall options.
- We roast on the pitch.
- Carving keeps the queue moving.
- We clear up and go.
How to prepare
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
How to get a price
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: use our quote form.
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About the food
Roast pork
Everything starts with the slow-roasted pork: carved thick or thin, as people like it, and served hot.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some visitors will be vegetarian, so halloumi and vegetable skewers make sure they’re not left with just salad.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls 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