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Fête and Festival Hog Roast in Saddlescombe, West Sussex
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for your event in Saddlescombe and the surrounding area.
- Church and village fêtes
- Town and village days
- Club events
Hog roast for events for Saddlescombe
About our hog roast for events in Saddlescombe
A hog roast is one of the most popular stalls at events in Saddlescombe. We roast on the pitch through the day and carve rolls to order, keeping the queue moving. On the menu are a vegan burger or sausage, rotisserie chicken and apple sauce, and we are frequently booked for village fêtes and horse and dog shows.
At a fête or show near Saddlescombe, a hog roast brings hot food to a rural site. Ground and access matter, so tell us about them. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish before you book.
- Where
- Saddlescombe (BN45)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Running an event in Saddlescombe
Saddlescombe is about 4 miles north of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. From village halls to gardens and fields, events around Saddlescombe suit a hog roast. Saddlescombe is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cater.
Events in parks such as Waterhall need permission from the council or landowner for cooking and vehicles. Church fêtes, at churches such as The Church of the Holy Trinity, are a natural home for a hog roast. Events in and around the South Downs National Park, within about 5 miles of Saddlescombe, often have rules about cooking, vehicles and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements. The coast is within about 6 miles of Saddlescombe, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch.
We bring hog roasts to events all over the BN45 postcode area. Close by, we cover events in Pyecombe (1 mile north-east), Waterhall (2 miles south-east), Westdene (2 miles south-east), Patcham (3 miles south-east) and West Blatchington (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (15 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (10 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (6 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (5 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Montefiore Hospital (4.3 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (2.5 miles north-east). The countryside around Saddlescombe includes Wolstonbury Hill and Ladies Mile.
- Local pubs include Royal Oak pub (0.7 miles north-west)
Diets, allergies and alternatives
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Share the event’s food safety requirements with us
- Balance the food line-up
- Put the menu and allergen information on display
- Remember stuffing usually contains gluten
We work to your event plan, including vehicle times and pitch layout.
Chicken widens the choice.
Who books hog roast for events in Saddlescombe?
We are self-contained, so organisers have little to provide.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Saddlescombe. Typical bookings include:
- School fairs and sports days
- Horse and dog shows
- Fundraising events
- Vintage rallies
For visitors coming by rail, Hassocks station is about 3.2 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- If the price includes VAT
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What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If things run late, a cooked roast can be kept hot for a while, so keep us posted on the day. In December, Saddlescombe is dark by about 3:55pm, so plan lights for the stall and the queue.
- Share the date, site and expected crowds.
- We discuss the package or stall options.
- We roast on the pitch.
- Carving keeps the queue moving.
- We tidy the pitch.
Getting ready for the day
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
Getting a price
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: fill in our quote form.
Related guides
What we serve, dish by dish
Roast pork
The hog roasts slowly for hours, so the meat is tender and juicy, and it’s carved fresh as people come up.
Crackling
For many people, the crackling is the best bit: crisp, golden and full of flavour.
What a hog roast costs
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Access to the cooking area
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- The date and time of year
- How many people are eating
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Details that help
To get the best quote, send us:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rough numbers
- Dietary requirements
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Is a hog roast right for your event?
Compared with burger vans, a hog roast feels more special at a traditional fête. Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. A long, slow roast means an early start, which is built into the price.
Why book with us
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
See how we price and the cost guide.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- A safe distance from other traders
- A vehicle route onto the pitch
- A level pitch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Saddlescombe
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
FAQs for Saddlescombe
Is Saddlescombe too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Which station is closest to Saddlescombe?
The closest is Hassocks station, roughly 3.2 miles away.
What should we sort out beforehand?
Only the space and a contact number. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. Serving inside is frequently possible, with the venue’s agreement.
What comes with the hog roast?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
Is it pay as you go?
That depends on the event. Let us know how you’d like it to work and we’ll discuss the options.
Do you cover Saddlescombe?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Saddlescombe and West Sussex. Tell us the venue and we’ll quote.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
DIY versus a catered hog roast
We also hire out the hog roast machine for confident cooks. You cook and carve it yourself; we’ll confirm what comes with it when you ask.
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.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, 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