Hampshire · England
Hog Roast Hire in Alverstoke
We bring a hog roast to Alverstoke and nearby, cooking slowly at your venue and serving it hot, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Corporate events
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Summer garden parties
Book a hog roast in Alverstoke
What the cooking area needs
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, so a few things are worth checking:
- Nothing overhead that could catch the heat
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Any venue rules sorted in advance
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
From the roaster
- Apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Spit-roast lamb
- Salads
- Stuffing
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Crackling
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
How our hog roast hire works in Alverstoke
In Alverstoke, we cater birthdays, weddings, staff days and fêtes. The idea is always the same: a slow roast on site, carved fresh and served by our team. We are frequently asked to cater clubhouse events and birthdays and anniversaries, with spit-roast lamb, halloumi skewers and new potatoes.
For a rural spot like Alverstoke, a hog roast feels right at home. Let us know about access and ground conditions. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
How we price a hog roast
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Whether you want china
- Time on site
- Numbers
- Season and day of the week
The main driver is numbers: the price per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
What we need to know
To check availability and the cooking area, we’ll need:
- Dietary requirements
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Where the event is
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Is a hog roast right for your event?
Compared with a cold buffet, hot roast pork carved in front of you is a different experience. Buffets can sit out for hours. A hog roast is often 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.
Why book our hog roast in Alverstoke
- Carved to order by a chef
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- A clear quote with everything listed
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Step by step
We take care of everything from the first hour of roasting to clearing away, so you can enjoy your event in Alverstoke. Because the roast takes hours, daylight is worth planning: in Alverstoke, sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 4:00pm, so winter bookings need lighting from mid-afternoon.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day we arrive hours before serving and start the roast under cover.
- Our chef carves to order and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
How to prepare
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Let us know about tight access
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
How to get a price
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Bringing a hog roast to Alverstoke
Alverstoke is about 2 miles south of Gosport, in Hampshire. We are happy to travel to Alverstoke for events. Alverstoke is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Alverstoke to Southampton (14 miles away).
For a christening or gathering after a service at a church such as The Little Church, the roaster can be set up at a hall or home nearby. Coming by train? The closest railway station is Portsmouth Harbour station, roughly 2.1 miles north-east of the centre. The coast is within about 3 miles of Alverstoke, and sea breezes can be strong. We think about wind when choosing the cooking spot and putting up the cover.
This part of Hampshire takes in PO12, so your event can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include The Lane, Fort Road and Church Road, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. For events just outside Alverstoke, we cover Clayhall (1 mile east), Haslar (1 mile east), Privett (1 mile north-west), Portsmouth Point (2 miles north-east) and Portsea (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Havant (9 miles north-east), Fareham (5 miles north), Horndean (11 miles north-east), Hedge End (12 miles north-west), Waterlooville (9 miles north-east) and Purbrook (8 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Southsea (2.5 miles east) and Tricorn Centre (3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Alverstoke include West of the River Alver.
- Nearby schools include Bay House School (0.8 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include Village Home pub (under half a mile north)
FAQs for Alverstoke
Do you come out to small places like Alverstoke?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Which station is closest to Alverstoke?
The closest is Portsmouth Harbour station, roughly 2.1 miles away.
Can we have lamb or chicken?
Pork is the classic, and you can add spit-roast lamb or rotisserie chicken. Vegetarian and vegan options are available too.
What if it rains?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain isn’t a problem for the roast. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
What about coeliacs?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We work back from your serving time.
Is crockery included?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
How much room do you 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.
A closer look at the menu
Crackling
The skin crisps up over the hours of roasting, and we break it up so everyone gets a piece.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sharp, sweet apple sauce and savoury sage and onion stuffing are the traditional pairing. Note that stuffing generally contains gluten.
Working with your venue
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Looking after everyone
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. Other tips:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so ask for the allergen list
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Ask us to keep the vegetarian food separate and labelled
Expect us to be on site for much of the day, because the roast starts hours before you eat.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes make it a full meal.
Perfect for your event in Alverstoke
For big gatherings in Alverstoke, a hog roast is hard to beat: a whole hog goes a long way, and the carving is part of the event.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions. Typical bookings include:
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Weddings, day or evening
- Club events and presentations
- Fêtes, fairs and shows
For a fundraiser at a school like Alverstoke Community Infant School, the roaster can cook on a pitch agreed with the school.
Comparing caterers
- How dietary needs are handled
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
Also in Alverstoke
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards