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Hog Roast for Events for Upper Wellingham
We bring a hog roast for your event across Upper Wellingham and East Sussex, roasting on site and carving to order, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Fundraising events
- Horse and dog shows
- Village fêtes
Hog roast for events for Upper Wellingham
FAQs for Upper Wellingham
Do you trade at school fairs around Upper Wellingham?
Yes, if the school is happy for a hog roast on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Is Upper Wellingham too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
What space does the roaster need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. Send us a picture if you are unsure.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Each event is priced on its own, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Tell us about your event for a quote.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from the numbers you give us, and we’ll confirm everything in writing.
Do you trade at village fêtes?
We love fêtes. Ask for details.
Is it pay as you go?
That depends on the event. Tell us what you have in mind and we will talk it through.
Hog roast for events in Upper Wellingham, slow-roasted on site
For a school fair, you want food families will queue for. Pork rolls, chicken and a vegan option cover most visitors. We serve hog roast rolls, crackling and a vegan burger or sausage, and we are regularly asked to cater vintage rallies and food and music festivals.
At a field event near Upper Wellingham, power and water may be limited; the roaster runs on gas, so that’s fine. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
- Where
- Upper Wellingham (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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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 makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Why book our hog roast in Upper Wellingham
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- An itemised quote
- Serving and clearing done for you
See how we price or our hog roast cost guide.
Should I cook it myself?
If you are confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You do the roasting and carving; we’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Roasting a whole hog yourself is possible, but it takes hours of attention, from early set-up to carving at the end. A catered hog roast means you can enjoy the day.
What happens on the day
A hog roast is always cooked outside, on a level, open spot under cover, well clear of walls, tents and trees. We agree exactly where before the day. Late-May events in Upper Wellingham have light until about 8:50pm, and midsummer ones until about 9:15pm. After dark, the stall needs lighting.
- It starts with your event date, site and expected numbers.
- We check the pitch and any paperwork, then quote.
- On the day we set up under cover and get the hog on.
- We carve rolls to order as the queue moves.
- Afterwards we clear the pitch and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Think about shelter for your visitors
- Let us know about tight access
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We will confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
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What affects the price in Upper Wellingham
The price comes down to:
- Crockery choices
- Time on site
- The journey to the venue
- Which meats and sides you choose
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
What to tell us
When you enquire, please mention:
- The venue or postcode
- What the outdoor space is like
- The date and time of the event
- An estimate of numbers
The quickest way to get a price is to tell us the date, where the event is and roughly how many. A photo of the cooking area helps. Use our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
Most people love a hog roast, but it’s pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Check other traders aren’t all selling pork
- Tell us if there’s a vegetarian or vegan focus
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Put the menu and allergen information on display
We arrive early, set up on the pitch and start roasting, timed for the gates opening.
Add coleslaw.
A closer look at the menu
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken off the rotisserie, carved or jointed can be served in a roll or on a plate.
Crackling
Good crackling needs time and heat, which is exactly what a slow hog roast gives it.
For event organisers in Upper Wellingham
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Marquee suppliers usually set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Community events around Upper Wellingham
Upper Wellingham is about 2 miles north-east of Lewes, in East Sussex. Wherever your event is in Upper Wellingham, we can bring the roaster, as long as there’s an outdoor spot to cook. Upper Wellingham is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 9 miles away.
A summer fête at The Parish Church of St Mary is the classic setting for a hog roast. If visitors are coming by train, the closest railway station is Cooksbridge station, roughly 2.1 miles west of the centre. Within about 3 miles is the South Downs National Park, where events may have extra rules on cooking and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
We cater events across BN8 and the streets around it. We also bring hog roasts to events in Barcombe Mills (1 mile north), Norlington (1 mile south-east), Barcombe (1 mile north-west), Barcombe Cross (2 miles north-west) and Broyle Side (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (14 miles south-east), Seaford (9 miles south), Hailsham (10 miles east), Crowborough (12 miles north-east), Uckfield (5 miles north-east) and Newhaven (8 miles south).
A little further out are Museum of Agricultural Bygones (2.4 miles east) and Lewes Castle (2.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Upper Wellingham include Malling Down and Cliffe Hill.
- Local pubs include The Cock Inn (less than half a mile east)
- Local facilities include South Malling Without (2.2 miles south)
What the cooking area needs
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- Clearance from other stalls and tents
- A level pitch with firm ground
- Details of what the event requires
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Upper Wellingham
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away