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Hog Roast Hire in Aldington Frith
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast in Aldington Frith and across Kent.
- Christmas fairs
- Clubhouse events
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
Slow-roasted pork in Aldington Frith
How it works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we have agreed, and get on with roasting and serving. Light matters for a long roast: around Aldington Frith, it stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so winter bookings need lighting from mid-afternoon.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and the cooking spot, then send a quote.
- We agree timings and where the roaster goes.
- We roast slowly on site, then carve for your guests.
- We serve, tidy up and leave the spot clean.
Getting ready for the day
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Ask for a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
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Hog roast hire in Aldington Frith, carved to order
In Aldington Frith, we cater birthdays, weddings, staff days and fêtes. Whatever the occasion, the format is the same: slow roasting at your venue, then carving and serving. Whether it is Fêtes, fairs and shows and staff days and open days, we can cook coleslaw, crackling and salads for your guests.
In a rural place like Aldington Frith, roast pork in a field is hard to beat. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed.
Planning for dietary needs
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- We don’t offer halal meat, so arrange that separately if it is needed
- Give us numbers for vegetarians and vegans so we bring enough halloumi skewers and vegan burgers or sausages
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We arrive hours ahead, set up, roast, carve and serve, then clear up.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
DIY versus a catered hog roast
Timing is the tricky part of roasting your own: a whole hog takes hours, and it needs to be cooked through safely. If you’d rather not worry about it, let us cook.
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone ends up cooking in batches all afternoon. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
Why choose a hog roast in Aldington Frith?
Catered or DIY? Catering means we do everything; DIY hire means you roast and carve yourself. Most hosts choose catering for anything bigger than a family party. UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
Why Aldington Frith hosts choose us
- Served at the time you choose
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- A choice of salads and potatoes
See our prices page and what a hog roast costs.
Planning a hog roast in Aldington Frith
Aldington Frith is about 4 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. We bring a hog roast to events anywhere in Aldington Frith, as long as there is an outdoor spot to cook. We cater all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 15 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Ham Street station, about 3.3 miles south-west. Within reach of Aldington Frith are historic houses such as Westenhanger Castle (5 miles east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and gas cooking early. Aldington Frith is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers.
Wherever your event is in TN25, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Frith Road, Bourne Road and Priory Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Nearby, we also cater events in Bonnington (1 mile south-east), Clap Hill (1 mile east), Aldington (1 mile east), Stonestreet Green (1 mile east) and Postling Green (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (4 miles north-west), Canterbury (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (11 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north), Hythe (7 miles east) and Preston (15 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Ashford Designer Outlet (3.4 miles north-west) and Lympne Castle (4.9 miles east). The countryside around Aldington Frith includes Hatch Park.
Organising for someone else?
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Check early, and tell us what they ask for.
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Before you choose a spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- Parking near the spot
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- A sheltered place for people to eat if it rains
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Aldington Frith
- Spit-roast lamb
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Apple sauce
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Stuffing
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
How we price a hog roast
Here’s what affects the price:
- Access to the cooking area
- The journey to the venue
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- How long the roast and service take
Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. Slow roasting means we’re on site for much of the day, and the quote reflects that.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, please mention:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- A picture of the cooking area
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Where the event is
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we will check it: use our quote form.
FAQs for Aldington Frith
Can you do a hog roast in Poulton Wood?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
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 work to whatever the site needs.
Do you serve the crackling?
Of course: the skin turns to crackling and everyone gets some.
Do you cook it or do we?
Either: we can cater fully or hire out the machine. Most people choose catering.
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 plan the timings from when you want to eat.
How much room do you need?
A flat, open spot outside, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. Send us a photo if you’re unsure.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
DIY machine hire is available. We’ll confirm what comes with it and how to use it.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
Outside, always. Serving indoors is typically fine if the venue is happy.
Why choose hog roast hire in Aldington Frith?
A hog roast suits big outdoor gatherings in Aldington Frith: one roast feeds a crowd, and the carving is part of the event.
People around Aldington Frith book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Christmas parties
- Staff days and open days
- Weddings and receptions
Parks such as Poulton Wood usually need permission from the council or landowner for any cooking, so check first.
What your quote should include
- Who carves and who serves
- Whether VAT is included
- Any travel or access charges
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards