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Fête and Festival Hog Roast in Newington, Kent
Hog roast for events in Newington: pork roasted slowly for hours at your venue, carved to order and served in soft rolls with crackling.
- Club events
- Village fêtes
- Community events
Book a hog roast in Newington
Running an event in Newington
Newington is about 1 mile north-west of Ramsgate, in Kent. Newington and the surrounding area are covered for events. Newington is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
A summer fête at St Christopher's Church is the classic setting for a hog roast. For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Ramsgate station, about 0.7 miles south-east. The coast is within about 2 miles of Newington, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch.
For events in CT12, CT11 and CT10, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. We can cater an event on streets such as Gwyn Road, Haine Road and Leigh Road, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the roaster. Newington is on the A254 and A256, so it is easy for us to reach with the equipment. Other places close to Newington we cover include Haine (1 mile north-west), Manston (1 mile west), Chilton (1 mile south), Westwood (1 mile north) and Flete (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (14 miles west), Dover (15 miles south), Deal (9 miles south), Herne Bay (11 miles west), Walmer (10 miles south) and Wincheap (15 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Ramsgate Museum (1.3 miles south-east) and Ramsgate General Hospital (1.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Newington includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Local schools include The Royal Harbour Academy (0.7 miles east) and St George's Boys School (1.3 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Derby Arms (0.8 miles south-east)
About our hog roast for events in Newington
A hog roast is one of the most popular stalls at events in Newington. We cook on site and carve to order, keeping the queue moving. Popular choices include hog roast rolls, halloumi skewers and rotisserie chicken, and we are regularly asked to cater vintage rallies and club events.
Village fêtes and summer fairs around Newington are made for a hog roast. Tell us about the pitch, ground and access. Timings are planned around your event, working back from when you want to eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
How it works
When we arrive, we position the roaster under cover and get the hog cooking. It then roasts slowly for several hours, timed so it’s ready when you want to eat. In December, Newington is dark by about 3:50pm, so plan lights for the stall and the queue.
- Start with the date and numbers.
- We agree how food will be paid for.
- We arrive and set up under cover.
- We serve rolls quickly.
- We tidy the pitch.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Get a quote
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
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Occasions we serve in Newington
It is the stall people find by following their noses.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Newington and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Club events
- Town and village days
- Festivals
- PTA summer fairs
School fairs, for a school like Ramsgate Arts Primary School, are a natural fit for a hog roast.
Questions to ask before you book
- Any travel or access charges
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- What crockery is supplied
- The menu, including sides and any extras
Before you choose a spot
It is worth planning the cooking area in advance. We look for:
- A safe distance from other traders
- The landowner’s or council’s agreement
- Flat, firm ground for the roaster
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Crackling
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
For event organisers in Newington
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with burger vans, a hog roast feels more special at a traditional fête. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- A clear quote with everything listed
Take a look at our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
What else we do in Newington
DIY versus a catered hog roast
Full catering or machine hire? Catered means we do everything: roasting, carving, serving and clearing. With DIY hire, you do the work and save on staffing.
You could roast a hog yourself, but it’s a long day’s work, from early set-up to carving at the end. With us catering, you get to be a host, not a cook.
Your questions about a hog roast for your event in Newington
Do you trade at school fairs around Newington?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Is Newington close to London?
Roughly 65 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
What’s the price?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Tell us your date and we’ll send a price.
What if it rains?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain is not a problem for the roast. Somewhere covered for people to eat helps.
What if things run late?
We’ll be as flexible as we can. Give us a contact on the day and we will fit around changes.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
We do, if you are happy to roast and carve yourself. Ask and we’ll talk you through it.
How we price a hog roast for your event
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Access to the cooking area
- Plates or china
- Travel to Newington
- The date and time of year
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What to tell us
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- An estimate of numbers
- A photo of the cooking area
- Allergies we should know about
- Your date and serving time
Send us the date, the address or CT12 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We will confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
About the food
Roast pork
We carve as we serve, so it stays hot and juicy.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some visitors will be vegetarian, so halloumi and vegetable skewers ensure 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
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards