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Hog Roast Catering in Ash, Surrey
Treat your guests to a proper hog roast at your event in Ash. We roast on site, carve to order and serve it hot.
- Parties at home
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Clubhouse events
Book a hog roast in Ash
Hog roast hire in Ash, carved to order
In Ash, a hog roast is an easy way to feed a lot of people: one roast, slow-cooked for hours, carved in front of everyone. We bring the roaster, the cover and the serving kit, and we serve and tidy up afterwards. For clubhouse events and community events, we’ll put together a menu of rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and salads.
In and around Ash, gardens and village halls are common choices. If access is tight, we will plan around it. You will know what’s included before you book: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
Bringing a hog roast to Ash
Ash is about 2 miles east of Aldershot, in Surrey. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Ash. We cater 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 6 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Ash station, about 0.5 miles north-east. If you had Aldershot Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: we cannot simply set up a roaster in a public park.
For events in GU12 and GU10, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and roughly how many guests. We can cater an event on streets such as Ash Church Road, Square Field Way and Littlefield Close or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. You’ll find Ash on the A331 and B3206, which makes the journey straightforward. For events just outside Ash, we cover Ash Green (1 mile east), Tongham (1 mile south-west), Ash Vale (1 mile north), Seale (2 miles south) and Aldershot (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (6 miles east), Woking (8 miles north-east), Camberley (6 miles north), Farnham (4 miles south-west), Egham (15 miles north-east) and Frimley (5 miles north).
A little further out are Ash Museum (within half a mile north-east) and Guildford Hospital (4.8 miles east). Open spaces near Ash include Rowhill Nature Reserve and Hog's Back.
- Nearby schools include Ash Manor School (0.5 miles south-west) and The Connaught School (1 mile south-west)
- Local pubs include The Dover Arms (0.6 miles north-east)
- Other local spots include Seale and Tongham (1.8 miles south)
More for events in Ash
Should I cook it myself?
You could go for a cold buffet, but nothing beats hot pork and crackling carved in front of you, especially outdoors.
If you are confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You do the roasting and carving; we’ll confirm what comes with it when you ask.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re booking for a workplace, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We will fit in with site rules.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so ask for the allergen list
- Put the menu on the invitation
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- We do not offer halal meat, so arrange that separately if it’s needed
We will agree a contact for the day, who can show us the cooking spot and pass on any changes.
Add lamb or chicken for a second roast.
The menu, dish by dish
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken from the rotisserie gives people a non-pork choice, turned until the skin is golden.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Everything goes into a soft roll, easy to eat standing up. Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
How the day works
People love watching the carving: the hog is carved in front of your guests, with crackling for everyone who wants it. By late September, sunset in Ash is around 7:05pm, and in December it’s nearer 3:55pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the serving area.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a quote.
- We arrive well ahead, put the cover up and get the hog roasting.
- We carve and serve when you are ready to eat.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Send final numbers in good time
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
How to get a price
To get a quote, just send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Why choose a hog roast in Ash?
Compared with food vans, a hog roast feeds a crowd quickly from one roast. 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. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
Why Ash hosts choose us
- Planned to your running order
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Fresh carving at the serving station
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Occasions we serve in Ash
A roll needs no knife and fork, so it suits informal events, and plates turn it into a proper meal.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions. Here are some of the most popular:
- Sports clubs and societies
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Festive gatherings
- Birthdays and anniversaries
For a christening or gathering after a service at a church such as Church of St Peter, the roaster can be set up at a hall or home nearby.
Questions to ask before booking
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- What the price includes, item by item
- Allergen information for every dish
- The full menu and the sides
How we price a hog roast
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Distance from us
- Season and day of the week
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
What to tell us
To get the best quote, send us:
- A picture of the cooking area
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Your date and serving time
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Your questions about a hog roast in Ash
What’s the nearest station to Ash?
The closest is Ash station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Peter: can you cater?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Do we need a big space?
Many gardens are big enough, as long as we can get the equipment in. Send us a picture.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it is several hours. You will know our arrival time in advance.
Can we choose catered or DIY?
You can have us cook, or hire the machine. Your quote will set out what’s included.
Where does the hog roast go?
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.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
Can you roast in the rain?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved by our chef into rolls 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