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Hog Roast for Events in Upper Common
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast for your event in Upper Common and across Hampshire.
- School events
- Town and village days
- Small festivals
A hog roast near Upper Common
Upper Common questions
Is Upper Common too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Which station is closest to Upper Common?
The closest is Basingstoke station, roughly 4.4 miles away.
Do you trade at school events?
Yes, if the school agrees. Send us the details.
Can you cater in Upper Common?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Upper Common and Hampshire. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
Can you come to our fête?
Yes, fêtes are a natural fit. Send us the details.
When do you start roasting?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
Do you have documents for event organisers?
Tell us what your event requires, and we’ll tell you what we can send.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
How our hog roast for events works in Upper Common
Shows and festivals last all day, and we serve through the agreed hours, carving as the queue grows. For fun runs and sports events and village fêtes, we can cook hog roast rolls, halloumi skewers and rotisserie chicken for your visitors.
A fête near Upper Common might be on a field with no mains power; the roaster runs on gas, so that is fine. You’ll know what’s included before booking: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Tips:
- Share the event’s food safety requirements with us
- Stuffing normally contains gluten
- Make the stall easy to find
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if you expect coeliac visitors
We get to the pitch early, timed for the gates opening.
A vegan burger or sausage covers vegan visitors.
What happens on the day
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event in Upper Common. Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons in Upper Common are dark by about 4:00pm, so the pitch needs good lighting and a clear route for the queue.
- Organisers send us the date, site, numbers and how food will be paid for.
- We check the pitch and any paperwork, then quote.
- We arrive early, set up on the pitch and start roasting.
- We serve to order through the event.
- We pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Send final numbers in good time
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or RG25 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Who books hog roast for events in Upper Common?
The smell alone brings visitors over.
However big or small the event in Upper Common, a slow roast goes a long way. We are frequently asked to cater:
- Vintage rallies
- Festivals
- Charity days
- Church and village fêtes
For visitors coming by rail, the closest railway station is Basingstoke station, roughly 4.4 miles north of the centre.
Before booking anyone
- Travel and any London charges
- What crockery is supplied
- Who carves and who serves
- Allergen information for every dish
Fairs, fêtes and events in Upper Common
Upper Common is about 4 miles south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Our roaster is a regular sight at events around Upper Common, from gardens to fields. Upper Common is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Upper Common to Reading (18 miles away).
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St. Martin, a hog roast adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
Events anywhere in RG25 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and a serving time. Nearby, we also cater events in Ellisfield (1 mile north-east), Cliddesden (2 miles north), Nashes Green (3 miles east), Viables (3 miles north) and Eastrop (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (4 miles north), Winchester (14 miles south-west), Fleet (12 miles north-east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (6 miles south-east) and Petersfield (15 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Barton Castle (4.6 miles south) and Gliding Heritage Centre (3.5 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Farleigh Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Fox pub (under half a mile north-west)
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Planning the cooking spot
It is worth planning the cooking area in advance. The ideal spot has:
- Event approval for hot-food traders
- Room for a queue that does not block paths
- A level pitch with firm ground
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Crackling
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
What affects the price in Upper Common
We work out each quote from:
- Numbers
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Access to the cooking area
- Plates or china
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Getting an accurate quote
To check the date and the space, we will need:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Any venue rules
- What the outdoor space is like
- The date and time of the event
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
Why choose a hog roast in Upper Common?
A hog roast alongside cakes and teas gives visitors a good choice. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
Why book our hog roast in Upper Common
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- A clear quote with everything listed
- All the equipment comes with us
- Planned to your running order
Take a look at our prices page or what a hog roast costs.
What comes off the roaster
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some visitors will be vegetarian, so halloumi and vegetable skewers make sure they’re not left with just salad.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Everything goes into a soft roll, perfect for eating on the move. Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away