Hampshire · England
Hog Roast for Events for Wells-in-the-Field
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, with salads and potatoes on the side. Hog roast for events in Wells-in-the-Field.
- Car and steam shows
- Village fêtes
- Fundraising events
Hog roast for events in Wells-in-the-Field
Hog roast for events near Wells-in-the-Field
How the food is paid for depends on the event: a catered package paid by the organiser, or a stall selling to visitors. Let us know what you have in mind. On the menu are apple sauce, crackling and rotisserie chicken, and we are regularly asked to cater community days and street fairs and tournaments and sports days.
Rural events near Wells-in-the-Field can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so a hog roast is a welcome sight. We plan the timings around your day, working back from when you want to eat.
A hog roast compared with other options
A hog roast alongside cakes and teas gives visitors a good choice. What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. Slow roasting means we are on site for much of the day, and the quote reflects that.
What you get with us
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Planned to your running order
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- An itemised quote
Take a look at our prices page or what a hog roast costs.
Planning the cooking spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- A safe distance from other traders
- Room for a queue that does not block paths
- Access for our vehicle to the pitch
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
Why choose hog roast for events in Wells-in-the-Field?
Rolls are quick to serve and easy to eat while walking.
We’re regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Wells-in-the-Field, including:
- PTA summer fairs
- Town and village days
- Tournaments and sports days
- Country shows
For visitors coming by rail, Whitchurch (Hampshire) station is about 1.1 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Whether plates or china are included
- How dietary needs are handled
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
Full catering or machine hire?
You could roast a hog yourself, but it is a long day’s work, from early set-up to carving at the end. A catered hog roast means you can enjoy the day.
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.
How we price a hog roast for your event
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- Travel to Wells-in-the-Field
- The date and time of year
- Numbers
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The venue or postcode
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Wells-in-the-Field events: pitches and permissions
Wells-in-the-Field is about 7 miles east of Andover, in Hampshire. We cover events in Wells-in-the-Field, as well as the surrounding area. We cover all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading, about 21 miles away.
Church fêtes, at churches such as St Nicholas' Church, are a natural home for a hog roast. School fairs, for a school like Whitchurch Church of England Primary School, are a natural fit for a hog roast.
We bring hog roasts to events all over the RG28 postcode area and the streets around it. Your event could be at a house on Priory Lane and London Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. We also bring hog roasts to events in Freefolk (1 mile east), Whitchurch (1 mile west), Cole Henley (2 miles north), Firgo (2 miles south-west) and Hurstbourne Priors (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (9 miles east), Winchester (12 miles south), Andover (7 miles west), Tadley (11 miles north-east), Hyde (11 miles south) and Popley (11 miles east).
- Schools near Wells-in-the-Field include Testbourne Community School (1.1 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include Railway Hotel (1 mile west)
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Check other traders are not all selling pork
- Show allergens at the stall
- Share the event’s food safety requirements with us
- Make the stall easy to find
Name an organiser to meet us, especially for big events.
If your event has a theme, tell us.
Wells-in-the-Field questions
What’s the nearest station to Wells-in-the-Field?
The closest is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
Do you trade at school fairs around Wells-in-the-Field?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date and where the roaster would go.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
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.
Can we just hire the roaster?
We do, if you’re happy to roast and carve yourself. Ask and we’ll talk you through it.
What’s included?
Roast pork carved into soft rolls with sage and onion stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. You can add lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options, salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. Halal meat isn’t something we offer.
Can you come to our fête?
We love fêtes. Ask for details.
Step by step
We take care of everything from the first hour of roasting to clearing away, so you can get on with your event. Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons in Wells-in-the-Field are dark by about 4:00pm, so the pitch needs good lighting and a clear route for the queue.
- Share the date, site and expected crowds.
- We agree how food will be paid for.
- We roast on the pitch.
- Carving keeps the queue moving.
- We clear up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Send us your details through our quote form.
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What we serve, dish by dish
Rotisserie chicken
Golden rotisserie chicken goes into rolls or onto plates.
Crackling
For many people, the crackling is the best bit: crisp, golden and full of flavour, straight off the hog.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- 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