Hampshire · England
Fête and Festival Hog Roast in Hill Head, Hampshire
From the first smell of roasting pork to the last piece of crackling, a hog roast for your event makes the food part of your event in Hill Head.
- Tournaments and sports days
- Charity fundraisers
- Car and steam shows
A hog roast near Hill Head
Hill Head events: pitches and permissions
Hill Head is about 3 miles south-west of Fareham, in Hampshire. Our roaster is a regular sight at events around Hill Head, from gardens to fields. Hill Head is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Hill Head to Southampton (10 miles away).
For anyone arriving by train, the closest railway station is Fareham station, roughly 2.9 miles north-east of the centre. Church fêtes, at churches such as Holy Rood Church, are a natural home for a hog roast. With the sea within about 5 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events.
This part of Hampshire takes in PO14. Streets in the area include Elsfred Road, Osborne View Road and Cottes Way, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. If your venue is just outside Hill Head, we also cover Stubbington (1 mile north-east), Little Posbrook (1 mile north-west), Titchfield (2 miles north), Catisfield (2 miles north) and Heathfield (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Gosport (4 miles east), Havant (11 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles north-east), Horndean (11 miles north-east) and Totton (14 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Carron Row Farm Museum (2.8 miles north) and Fareham Shopping Centre (3.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Hill Head include West of the River Alver.
- Nearby schools include Stubbington House School (0.8 miles north-east) and Crofton School (1.1 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Osborne View pub (under half a mile south-west)
Hog roast for events near Hill Head
Shows and festivals last all day, and a hog roast can serve through the day. We are frequently asked to cater car shows and rallies and community days and street fairs, serving crackling, apple sauce and halloumi skewers.
A fête near Hill Head might be on a field with no mains power; we cook on gas, so we do not need mains power. Our staff serve and clear, so nobody in your party has to serve.
Your questions about a hog roast for your event in Hill Head
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Can you come to a school fair in Hill Head?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
What do people get?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Do you need power or water?
Not to cook, because the roaster is gas-fired. Tell us what’s available and we will plan around it.
How far ahead should we book?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
Is electricity needed?
Just a pitch, access and any agreed paperwork. Everything else comes with us.
Where does the hog roast go?
A level, open area outdoors with room for the roaster, a gazebo and a carving table, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We’ll check it with you before booking.
Do you clear up?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
What affects the price in Hill Head
Here’s what affects the price:
- Travel to Hill Head
- Which meats and sides you choose
- The number of people
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The address or postcode
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Crackling
Crackling takes hours to get right, which is exactly what a slow hog roast gives it.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, in a roll, with salad on the side.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Tell us if there is a vegetarian or vegan focus
- Gluten-free rolls can be brought on request
- Signpost the stall clearly
- Put the menu and allergen information on display
At the end, we pack down and take our waste.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For weddings and bigger events, a catered roast is normally easier.
Buying in a cold buffet is another option, but hot, freshly carved roast pork is a different experience, especially outdoors.
Where the roaster can go in Hill Head
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- Any paperwork the organisers need
- Room for a queue that doesn’t block paths
- A vehicle route onto the pitch
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
The process
The secret is time: the meat cooks gently until it is tender while the skin crisps into crackling. Then it rests briefly before our chef carves. In December, Hill Head is dark by about 4:00pm, so plan lights for the stall and the queue.
- Organisers send us the event details.
- We confirm the pitch and send a price.
- The roast starts before the gates open.
- We carve to order through the day.
- We leave the pitch clean.
How to prepare
- Think about shelter for your visitors
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
Getting a price
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with cold food stalls, hot rolls are welcome whatever the weather. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why us?
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Planners, venues and businesses
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we will tell you what we can send.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep you both updated.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away