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Hog Roast for Events in Old Ford
Hog roast for events in Old Ford: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Charity fundraisers
- Village fêtes
- Country shows
Planning an event in Old Ford?
Hog roast for events in Old Ford, slow-roasted on site
Agricultural shows and country events near Old Ford are a natural home for a hog roast, on a field, serving all day. Typical bookings include vintage rallies and tournaments and sports days, serving halloumi skewers, hog roast rolls and crackling.
In Old Ford, a hog roast suits school fairs and street parties, once the permissions are in place. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
- Location
- Old Ford (E3, E15, E9)
- County
- Greater London
- Menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
For event organisers in Old Ford
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.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
A closer look at the menu
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
A hog roast roll is designed to be eaten in the hand. Gluten-free rolls can be provided on request.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A plant-based burger or sausage covers vegans, served in a roll with salads.
Looking after everyone
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Gluten-free rolls can be brought on request
- Tell us what the event asks of traders
- Balance the food line-up
- Plan separately for halal if needed
We arrive early, set up on the pitch and start roasting, so the roast is ready when visitors arrive.
If your event has a theme, tell us.
Also near Old Ford
Other occasions in Old Ford
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
A hog roast alongside cakes and teas makes a good food line-up. A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, because one whole roast feeds plenty of people. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Why book our hog roast in Old Ford
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
Read our prices page or our hog roast cost guide.
Catered or do it yourself?
If you’re confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You do the roasting and carving; we’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Full catering or machine hire? With catering, our chef roasts, carves and serves, and our staff clear up. With hire only, you do the cooking yourself.
Space, access and the venue
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, so a few things are worth checking:
- A level pitch with firm ground
- Clearance from other stalls and tents
- Details of what the event requires
Old Ford is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access can be tight: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Crackling
Running an event in Old Ford
Old Ford is about 2 miles west of Plaistow, in Greater London. We bring a hog roast for your event to events anywhere in Old Ford, as long as there’s an outdoor spot to cook. Old Ford is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cater.
Running a fête for a church like St Paul Old Ford? A hog roast draws people in. An event in Grove Hall Park means agreeing traders and vehicle routes with the landowner, usually the council.
This part of Greater London takes in E3, E15 and E9, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. From Bow Road, Wick Lane and Dace Road or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Donnybrook Quarter (1 mile west), Fish Island (1 mile north), Bow (1 mile south-west), Hackney Wick (1 mile north) and Bromley (1 mile south). We also serve nearby towns such as London (4 miles south-west), City of Westminster (6 miles west), Marylebone (6 miles west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles west) and Walthamstow (4 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include V&A East (0.6 miles north-east) and Tower of London (3 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Hollow Pond and Old Ford Island.
- Nearby schools include Old Ford Primary - A Paradigm Academy (under half a mile west)
- Local pubs include The Lea Tavern (0.5 miles north)
- Other local spots include Park (under half a mile north-west)
Events we cater in Old Ford
Alternatives cover non-pork eaters.
Our roaster has been booked for a wide mix of occasions near Old Ford, including:
- Horse and dog shows
- Car shows and rallies
- School fairs and sports days
- Food and music festivals
School fairs, for a school like Mulberry UTC, are a natural fit for a hog roast.
What your quote should include
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- Whether plates or china are included
- Who carves and who serves
How it works
Serving is straightforward: our chef carves and our staff fill the rolls or plates, and sides go out at the same time. When everyone has eaten, we clear up and leave the spot tidy. Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons in Old Ford are dark by about 3:55pm, so plan lights for the stall and the queue.
- Start with the date and numbers.
- We discuss the package or stall options.
- We roast on the pitch.
- Carving keeps the queue moving.
- We tidy the pitch.
Preparing for the day
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
How to get a price
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Old Ford: your questions answered
What if our house in Old Ford has no side access?
Frequently, if there’s a rear gate, a front garden or a yard we can use. Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Do you trade at school fairs around Old Ford?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
What if things run late?
We work back from when you want to eat, and a cooked roast can be held for a while if things run late.
Do you do fêtes?
Yes, fêtes are a natural fit. Tell us the date, pitch and how food will be paid for.
What space does the roaster need?
A flat, open spot outside, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A picture helps.
Can you do a school fair?
School fairs suit a hog roast. Ask the school about vehicles on site.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
What will our event need from you?
Send us your trader requirements, and we will tell you what we can send.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards