East Sussex · England
Fête and Festival Hog Roast in Ore, East Sussex
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast for your event in Ore and the surrounding area.
- Tournaments and sports days
- Food and music festivals
- Charity fundraisers
Planning an event in Ore?
Community events around Ore
Ore is about 2 miles east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We’re happy to travel to Ore for events. Ore is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cater. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 32 miles away.
For anyone arriving by train, Ore station is about 0.8 miles away. PTAs at schools such as Sandown Primary School frequently want one reliable hot-food stall. The coast is within about 2 miles of Ore, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch.
Events anywhere in TN35 and TN34 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and roughly how many visitors. Whether your event is on Rye Road, Rock Lane and Mill Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the roaster to you. If your venue is just outside Ore, we also cover Bachelor's Bump (1 mile north-east), Guestling (2 miles north-east), Fairlight (2 miles east), Friar's Hill (2 miles north-east) and Guestling Green (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (15 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles west), Hailsham (15 miles west), St Leonards (3 miles south-west), Upper Horsebridge (15 miles west) and Langney (14 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Hastings Castle (1.5 miles south-west) and Conquest Hospital (2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
- Schools near Ore include Hastings Academy (0.6 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find Old King John pub (under half a mile north-east)
Hog roast for events in Ore, slow-roasted on site
Charity fundraisers in Ore can use a hog roast to draw people in. We’ll talk through options with you. We serve rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and crackling, and we are frequently booked for church and village fêtes and fundraising events.
Village fêtes and summer fairs around Ore are made for a hog roast. Send us the pitch and access details. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
- Area
- Ore (TN35, TN34)
- Region
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Ore: your questions answered
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Do you trade at school fairs around Ore?
Yes, if the school is happy for a hog roast on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Do you trade at village fêtes?
We do. Tell us the date, pitch and how food will be paid for.
What if things run late?
We’ll be as flexible as we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will adjust.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. Serving inside is frequently possible, with the venue’s agreement.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear the serving area, and we take our equipment with us.
What paperwork do you provide?
Requirements vary. Let us know what you need.
Is mains power needed?
Cooking is gas-fired, so no mains power is needed for the roast. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
How we price a hog roast for your event
Each price is built from:
- Menu choices and extras
- Time on site
- Crockery choices
- The journey to the venue
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
What to tell us
When you enquire, please mention:
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies we should know about
- What the outdoor space is like
- An estimate of numbers
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
What happens on the day
Rain doesn’t stop the roast, because we cook under cover. Your visitors will still want somewhere dry to eat, such as a marquee, hall or barn. Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons in Ore are dark by about 3:55pm, so plan lights for the stall and the queue.
- It starts with your event date, site and expected numbers.
- We check access to the pitch and send a price.
- On the day we set up under cover and get the hog on.
- We serve to order through the event.
- Afterwards we clear the pitch and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Think about shelter for your visitors
Ask for a quote
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Tell us if there’s a vegetarian or vegan focus
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if you expect coeliac visitors
- Tell us what the event asks of traders
- Show allergens at the stall
Name an organiser to meet us, especially for big events.
The vegan option is popular at festivals.
What comes off the roaster
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some visitors will be vegetarian, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A plant-based burger or sausage covers vegans, served in a roll with salads.
Nearby places to Ore
Also in Ore
Events we cater in Ore
Rolls are quick to serve and easy to eat while walking.
We are regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Ore, including:
- School fairs and sports days
- Festivals
- Car and steam shows
- Church and village fêtes
A summer fête at Christ Church or Roman Catholic Church of St Mary Star of the Sea is the classic setting for a hog roast.
Questions to ask before you book
- Any travel or access charges
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- If the price includes VAT
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to cold food, hot rolls are welcome whatever the weather. Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Why book our hog roast in Ore
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Carved by our chef in front of your visitors
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
See our pricing or what a hog roast costs.
What the cooking area needs
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, so a few things are worth checking:
- Room for a queue that does not block paths
- A safe distance from other traders
- The landowner’s or council’s agreement
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Catered or do it yourself?
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.
We also hire out the hog roast machine for confident cooks. You do the roasting and carving; we’ll confirm what comes with it when you ask.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away