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Hog Roast Catering in Ashurst, West Sussex
We bring a hog roast across Ashurst and West Sussex, cooking slowly at your venue and serving it hot, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Work summer parties
Hog roast hire for Ashurst
Hog roast hire for your event in Ashurst
Hog roast hire means a whole pig roasted slowly at your venue, over several hours, outdoors under cover. When it is ready, our chef carves it and our staff serve it in soft rolls with sage and onion stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. We’re frequently asked to cater milestone birthdays and work summer parties, with halloumi skewers, rotisserie chicken and new potatoes.
Somewhere like Ashurst, a yard or firm field frequently works. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. You will know what’s included before you book: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
- Where
- Ashurst (BN44)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Allergies and dietary needs
Some guests will not eat pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Ask about allergies when you send invitations
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans so we bring enough halloumi skewers and vegan burgers or sausages
- Label the vegetarian and vegan food clearly
- We do not offer halal meat, so arrange that separately if it’s needed
If timings shift, tell us: a cooked roast can be held for a while before carving.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Nothing overhead that could catch the heat
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Any venue rules sorted in advance
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing
- Crackling
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Coleslaw
Planners, venues and businesses
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Marquee suppliers typically set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we’ve agreed, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. Late September evenings in Ashurst lose the light at about 7:05pm, and in December it is nearer 3:55pm. After dark, a lit path to the food makes a difference.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the space and quote.
- We get the roaster going hours before you eat.
- The chef carves and the team fills rolls or plates.
- We pack away and leave you to it.
Before we arrive
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Let us know about tight access
Getting a price
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
A closer look at the menu
Crackling
Crackling takes hours to get right, which is exactly what a slow hog roast gives it.
Spit-roast lamb
Lamb roasted on the spit is a lovely alternative to pork, and handy for anyone who does not eat pork.
What affects the price in Ashurst
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How many people are eating
- Menu choices and extras
- How long the roast and service take
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- The venue or postcode
- Any venue rules
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- Your menu choices
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
DIY versus a catered hog roast
Roasting a whole hog yourself is possible, but it takes hours of attention, from early set-up to carving at the end. With us catering, you get to be a host, not a cook.
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
Planning a hog roast in Ashurst
Ashurst is about 7 miles north of Shoreham-by-Sea, in West Sussex. Ashurst is well within our area for events and the places nearby. Ashurst is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cater. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 11 miles away.
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Ashurst CofE Primary School, a hog roast is a crowd-pleaser.
Here we cover the BN44 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. From Church Lane and School Lane or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the roaster to you. For events just outside Ashurst, we cover Partridge Green (2 miles north-east), Dial Post (2 miles north-west), Wiston (2 miles south-west), Littleworth (3 miles north) and Ashington (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (14 miles north-east), Horsham (9 miles north), Worthing (8 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (11 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (9 miles east) and Littlehampton (12 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Steyning Museum (3.1 miles south). The countryside around Ashurst includes Chanctonbury Hill and Knepp Wildland.
- Local pubs include Fountain Inn (within half a mile south-east)
Common questions in Ashurst
Is Ashurst close to London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cater after a service at The Parish Church of St James?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
How far ahead should we book?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
What happens when we hire a hog roast?
You choose the date, the menu and the serving time; we do the rest. All we need is a place to cook outdoors.
How do you work out quantities?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so tell us your best estimate. We’ll confirm the menu in the quote.
What do people get?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
What if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop the cooking. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
Do you cover Ashurst?
Yes, Ashurst is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll confirm availability.
What else we do in Ashurst
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
A hog roast has one downside: it is pork. That’s why we offer lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book our hog roast in Ashurst
- All the equipment comes with us
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Serving and clearing done for you
Take a look at our prices page or our hog roast cost guide.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards