Hampshire · England
Hog Roast for Events for Little Ann
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 Little Ann.
- Small festivals
- Charity fundraisers
- PTA summer fairs
Planning an event in Little Ann?
What comes off the roaster
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables, in a roll or on a plate.
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
How our hog roast for events works in Little Ann
Every event handles food differently: a catered package paid by the organiser, or a stall selling to visitors. Tell us how you’d like it to work. For festivals and car shows and rallies, we can cook halloumi skewers, hog roast rolls and apple sauce.
At a field event near Little Ann, power and water may be limited; the roaster runs on gas, so that’s fine. You will know what’s included before you book: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We will keep you both updated.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Community events around Little Ann
Little Ann is about 2 miles south-west of Andover, in Hampshire. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Little Ann. Little Ann is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Little Ann to Southampton (about 19 miles away).
Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, are a natural home for a hog roast. For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Andover station, about 2 miles north-east.
We cover events in every part of SP11 and the streets around it. We can cater an event on streets such as Salisbury Road, The Old Coach Road and Old Salisbury Road or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Nearby, we also cater events in Abbotts Ann (1 mile west), Anna Valley (1 mile north-east), Red Rice (1 mile south), Monxton (2 miles north-west) and Amport (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (13 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (15 miles south), Romsey (14 miles south), Hyde (12 miles south-east), Tidworth (7 miles north-west) and Weeke (11 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.2 miles north-east) and Andover Museum (2.4 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
- Schools near Little Ann include Redrice School (1 mile south) and John Hanson Community School (1.4 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Eagle pub (0.5 miles west)
What the cooking area needs
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Things to check:
- Permission for cooking on the site
- A queuing area
- A level pitch with firm ground
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Crackling
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
Your questions about a hog roast for your event in Little Ann
Is Little Ann too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Little Ann?
The closest is Andover station, roughly 2 miles away.
What paperwork do you provide?
Requirements vary. Let us know what you need.
Can you do a school fair?
School fairs suit a hog roast. Ask the school about vehicles on site.
How long does the roast need?
Hours rather than minutes. We will confirm our arrival time when we quote.
Can you work around our timings?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and a cooked roast can be held for a while if things run late.
Is it pay as you go?
Some events pay for a package, others want a stall. We will agree what suits yours.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. The food can be carried in and served indoors where the venue allows.
Why choose a hog roast in Little Ann?
A hog roast alongside cakes and teas makes a good food line-up. Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. Slow roasting means we’re on site for much of the day, which is built into the price.
Why us?
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Served at the time you choose
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Carved to order by a chef
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
The process
Carving is part of the show: the hog is carved in front of your visitors, with crackling for everyone who wants it. Late-May events in Little Ann have light until about 8:55pm, while at midsummer it’s about 9:25pm. After dark, the stall needs lighting.
- Start with the date and numbers.
- We discuss the package or stall options.
- We arrive and set up under cover.
- We serve rolls quickly.
- We tidy the pitch.
How to prepare
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
How to get a price
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the event is and roughly how many. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Why choose hog roast for events in Little Ann?
It’s food people can carry round the event.
Here’s what people in Little Ann most frequently book a hog roast for:
- Car and steam shows
- Church and village fêtes
- PTA summer fairs
- Charity fundraisers
School fairs, for a school like Abbotts Ann Church of England Primary School, are a natural fit for a hog roast.
What your quote should include
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Travel and any London charges
- How dietary needs are handled
How we price a hog roast for your event
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The date and time of year
- Access to the cooking area
- Travel to Little Ann
- How many people are eating
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- The address or postcode
- Your menu choices
- Anything the venue has asked for
- The date and time of the event
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we will check it: send us your details through our quote form.
Catered or do it yourself?
The hardest part of a DIY hog roast is timing: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If that sounds stressful, choose the catered option.
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.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- 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