Hampshire · England
Hog Roast Hire in Andwell
Hog roast hire in Andwell: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Big birthdays and anniversaries
- Christmas parties
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
Slow-roasted pork in Andwell
About our hog roast hire in Andwell
In Andwell, we cater birthdays, weddings, staff days and fêtes. Whatever the occasion, the format is the same: a slow roast on site, carved fresh and served by our team. On the menu are hog roast rolls, coleslaw and spit-roast lamb, and typical bookings are for sports clubs and societies and christmas parties.
For a rural spot like Andwell, a hog roast feels right at home. Let us know about access and ground conditions. Our chef carves in front of your guests, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling.
Why choose hog roast hire in Andwell?
Slow roasting cannot be faked: the meat is tender and the crackling crisp.
Whatever the occasion in Andwell, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We are often asked to cater:
- Staff days and open days
- Festive gatherings
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Weddings, day or evening
For a christening or gathering after a service at a church such as St Swithun's church, the roaster can be set up at a hall or home nearby.
Before you book anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
Should I cook it myself?
DIY hire works best when someone in the family loves cooking. For weddings and bigger events, a catered roast is normally easier.
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.
A hog roast in Andwell: local details
Andwell is about 3 miles south-west of Hook, in Hampshire. A hog roast suits events around Andwell, whatever the venue. We cover 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 13 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, Hook station is about 2.4 miles away. Within reach of Andwell are historic houses such as The Vyne (4.2 miles north-west). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one.
Events anywhere in RG25, RG27 and RG24 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and a serving time. Whether your event is on Greywell Road and Canal Reach or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Close by, we cover events in Mapledurwell (1 mile south), Water End (1 mile north-east), Old Basing (1 mile west), Lychpit (2 miles west) and Wildmoor (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (4 miles west), Farnborough (11 miles east), Fleet (8 miles east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (8 miles south) and Yateley (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Festival Place (3.1 miles west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Dogmersfield Lake and The Mill Field.
How it works
People love watching the carving: our chef carves the pork in front of the queue, and the crackling is shared out so everyone gets some. Because the roast takes hours, daylight is worth planning: in Andwell, sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, but by late December it is dark by about 4:00pm, so winter bookings need lighting from mid-afternoon.
- We start with a few details 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.
Before we arrive
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Name a contact for the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
Getting a price
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Menu choices and extras
- Site access
- Travel to Andwell
- Numbers
Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The address or postcode
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- Rough numbers
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
For event organisers in Andwell
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
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.
Planning for dietary needs
Not everyone eats pork, so it is worth adding an alternative. A few pointers:
- Find out who does not eat pork, and order an alternative for them
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Put the menu on the invitation
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans for the halloumi skewers and vegan option
Expect us to be on site for much of the day, since slow roasting starts early.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Common questions in Andwell
Is Andwell 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.
Is Andwell close to London?
About 43 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
How much room do you need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We’ll confirm the space with your quote.
What comes with the hog roast?
Roast pork carved into soft rolls with sage and onion stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Extras include lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers, a vegan option, salads and potatoes.
Who serves?
We carve and serve for you, and we clear up when service is finished.
Will people get crackling?
Of course: slow roasting crisps the skin and we break it up for everyone.
How soon do you get booked up?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we will check.
How much will it be?
Every booking is quoted individually, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Tell us about your event for a quote.
The menu, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sharp, sweet apple sauce and savoury sage and onion stuffing are the traditional pairing. Stuffing normally contains gluten.
Towns and villages near Andwell
Also in Andwell
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- A way to wheel the roaster to the spot
- A safe distance from walls, tents and trees
- Any venue rules sorted in advance
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Andwell
- Crackling
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing
- Salads
- Apple sauce
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards