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Hog Roast for Events for Tilehurst Within
Planning a hog roast for your event in Tilehurst Within? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and carve when you’re ready to eat.
- PTA summer fairs
- Food and music festivals
- Charity days
Book a hog roast in Tilehurst Within
Hog roast for events in Tilehurst Within, slow-roasted on site
Country shows near Tilehurst Within suit a hog roast, on a field, serving all day. Popular choices include hog roast rolls, apple sauce and rotisserie chicken, and we’re often booked for country shows and car shows and rallies.
Around Tilehurst Within, a fête or summer fair suits a hog roast. Send us the pitch and access details. We bring the roaster, the cover and everything we need to cook and serve, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
For event organisers in Tilehurst Within
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we will tell you what we can send.
If you’re booking for a workplace, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We’ll fit in with site rules.
What happens on the day
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can get on with your event. Late-September events in Tilehurst Within lose the light at about 7:10pm, so plan lighting if you’re trading into the evening.
- It starts with your event date, site and expected numbers.
- We check access to the pitch and send a price.
- We set up early so the roast is ready when visitors arrive.
- We serve to order through the event.
- Afterwards we clear the pitch and go.
Preparing for the day
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Ask for a quote
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
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Before you choose a spot
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. We look for:
- A level pitch
- Any paperwork the organisers need
- A firm way on and off the field
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Crackling
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
What affects the price in Tilehurst Within
Each price is built from:
- Whether you want china
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- How long the roast and service take
- Season and day of the week
A hog roast is frequently good value for a crowd, because one whole roast feeds plenty of people. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies we should know about
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or RG30 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Should I cook it myself?
We also hire out the hog roast machine for confident cooks. You cook and carve it yourself; we’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Catered or DIY? Catered means we do everything: roasting, carving, serving and clearing. With DIY hire, you do the work and save on staffing.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Tilehurst Within
Tilehurst Within is about 2 miles west of Reading, in Reading. We cater events at gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Tilehurst Within and the surrounding area. Tilehurst Within is one of 34 places in Reading where we cater.
If visitors are coming by train, the closest railway station is Tilehurst station, roughly 1.1 miles north of the centre. For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St Michael, a hog roast adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
This part of Reading takes in RG30 and RG31. We can cater an event on streets such as Usk Road, Ash Road and Tay Road, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. If your venue is just outside Tilehurst Within, we also cover Norcot (1 mile north-east), Tilehurst (1 mile north-west), Horncastle (1 mile south), Little Heath (1 mile west) and Fords Farm (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Caversham (3 miles north-east), Shinfield (5 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (8 miles south-east), Whitley Wood (4 miles south-east), Sonning Common (5 miles north-east) and Whitley (4 miles south-east). Being one of Reading’s larger places, Tilehurst Within has lots of places with room for a hog roast.
Other landmarks nearby include Battle Hospital (1.5 miles east) and Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (1.2 miles east). Open spaces near Tilehurst Within include Moor Copse Nature Reserve and South Lake.
- Local schools include Prospect School (0.8 miles south-east) and Battle School (1.4 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Butchers Arms (0.6 miles north-west)
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with a barbecue stall, carving is faster than grilling to order. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Timed around your day
- An itemised quote
- A choice of salads and potatoes
Read how we price and the cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we will bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sharp, sweet apple sauce and savoury sage and onion stuffing are the traditional pairing. Note that stuffing generally contains gluten.
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Your questions about a hog roast for your event in Tilehurst Within
Can you do a hog roast in Round Copse?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Is Tilehurst Within close to London?
About 40 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We work back from your serving time.
Do you need power on site?
Mainly a pitch and access. We bring the rest.
Can you roast in the rain?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain is not a problem for the roast. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
Can visitors buy their own food?
That depends on the event. Tell us what you have in mind and we will discuss the options.
Do you trade at village fêtes?
Yes, fêtes are a natural fit. Tell us the date, pitch and how food will be paid for.
What do people get?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Show allergens at the stall
- Remember stuffing typically contains gluten
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Share the event’s food safety requirements with us
Name an organiser to meet us.
Ask about gluten-free rolls.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away