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Hog Roast for Events in Stubb's Cross
We bring a hog roast for your event across Stubb's Cross and Kent, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Community events
- Club events
- Village fêtes
A hog roast near Stubb's Cross
Occasions we serve in Stubb's Cross
It suits long days, serving through the agreed hours.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Stubb's Cross. Typical bookings include:
- Community days and street fairs
- Vintage rallies
- Horse and dog shows
- School fairs and sports days
A summer fête at St Francis is the classic setting for a hog roast.
Questions to ask before booking
- How dietary needs are handled
- Whether plates or china are included
- Any travel or access charges
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
How our hog roast for events works in Stubb's Cross
Sports clubs, fun runs and tournaments suit a hog roast, served as people finish. Typical bookings include car and steam shows and country shows, serving rotisserie chicken, a vegan burger or sausage and hog roast rolls.
Rural events near Stubb's Cross can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so a hog roast goes down well. The carving happens right in front of your visitors, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp.
What happens on the day
Service is quick once we start carving: the chef carves and the team serves, and sides go out at the same time. When everyone has eaten, we clear up and leave the spot tidy. In late May, sunset in Stubb's Cross is about 8:45pm, and midsummer ones until about 9:15pm. After dark, the stall needs lighting.
- Start with the date and numbers.
- We discuss the package or stall options.
- We roast on the pitch.
- We serve rolls quickly.
- We tidy the pitch.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
Getting a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Is a hog roast right for your event?
Compared with a volunteer-run kitchen, a professional hog roast frees up your helpers. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Why us?
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Serving and clearing done for you
What comes off the roaster
Crackling
The skin crisps up over the hours of roasting, and we break it up so everyone gets a piece.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sharp, sweet apple sauce and savoury sage and onion stuffing go with the pork perfectly. Note that stuffing usually contains gluten.
Your questions about a hog roast for your event in Stubb's Cross
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Do you come out to small places like Stubb's Cross?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Do you cover Stubb's Cross?
We do. Send us the address and we will check the date.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. Serving indoors is generally fine if the venue is happy.
What comes with the hog roast?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
Yes, for confident cooks. Ask and we will talk you through it.
Can you work around our timings?
We’ll be as flexible as we can. Keep us posted on the day and we’ll fit around changes.
Prices and what affects them
Each price is built from:
- How many people are eating
- The date and time of year
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Menu choices and extras
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
What to tell us
To get the best quote, send us:
- The address or postcode
- A photo of the cooking area
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Anything the venue has asked for
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Where the roaster can go in Stubb's Cross
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Details of what the event requires
- A safe distance from other traders
- Event approval for hot-food traders
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Fairs, fêtes and events in Stubb's Cross
Stubb's Cross is about 2 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. We cater events across Stubb's Cross and nearby, from gardens to fields. We bring hog roasts to all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Stubb's Cross to Canterbury (16 miles away).
Events in parks such as Ashford Community Woodland need permission from the council or landowner for cooking and vehicles. PTAs at schools such as Kingsnorth Church of England Primary School frequently want one reliable hot-food stall. Events in and around the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 7 miles of Stubb's Cross, frequently have rules about cooking, vehicles and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
Wherever your event is in TN26, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Magpie Hall Road and Tally Ho Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Other places close to Stubb's Cross we cover include Kingsnorth (1 mile east), Shadoxhurst (1 mile south-west), Park Farm (1 mile north-east), Stanhope (1 mile north-east) and Chilmington Green (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Folkestone (14 miles east), Faversham (14 miles north), Hythe (11 miles east), Davington (14 miles north), Preston (14 miles north) and Hawkinge (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Woodchurch Village Life Museum (3.9 miles south-west) and William Harvey Hospital (3.7 miles north-east). The countryside around Stubb's Cross includes Orlestone Forest.
- Schools near Stubb's Cross include John Wallis Academy (1.2 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include Queen's Head Public House (0.9 miles north-east)
Places near Stubb's Cross
More for events in Stubb's Cross
Diets, allergies and alternatives
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Check other traders are not all selling pork
- Share the event’s food safety requirements with us
- Remember stuffing generally contains gluten
We get to the pitch early, timed for the gates opening.
The vegan option is popular at festivals.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and 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 when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards