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Hog Roast Hire in Bilsham
We bring a hog roast to Bilsham and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Club events and presentations
- Fêtes, fairs and shows
- Big birthdays and anniversaries
A hog roast near Bilsham
About our hog roast hire in Bilsham
We roast the hog at your event, not in a kitchen miles away, which means it’s carved hot, with crisp crackling. Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options can go alongside. Popular choices include new potatoes, salads and coleslaw, and we are frequently booked for milestone birthdays and garden parties and barbecues.
For a rural spot like Bilsham, a hog roast feels right at home. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
- Area
- Bilsham (BN18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Extras
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What happens on the day
A hog roast is always cooked outside, on a level, open spot under cover, well clear of walls, tents and trees. We agree exactly where before the day. Evenings in Bilsham stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the serving area and the path to it need good lighting.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the space and quote.
- We arrive early, set up under cover and start roasting.
- The chef carves and the team fills rolls or plates.
- We clear up and go.
Before we arrive
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
Get a quote
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: fill in our quote form.
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Planning a hog roast in Bilsham
Bilsham is about 3 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We cater events of every size in Bilsham. We bring hog roasts to all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 21 miles away.
PTAs at schools such as Yapton CE Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. For a christening or gathering after a service at a church such as Bilsham Chapel, the roaster can be set up at a hall or home nearby. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Bilsham. Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers. Bilsham is within about 4 miles of the sea, and sea breezes can be strong. We think about wind when choosing the cooking spot and putting up the cover.
We cater events across BN18 and the streets around it. Other places close to Bilsham we cover include Yapton (1 mile north), Flansham (1 mile west), Barnham (2 miles north-west), West Barnham (2 miles north-west) and Lidsey (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (10 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles south-west), Chichester (7 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (4 miles east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Bognor Regis Museum (3.3 miles south-west) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (2.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Bilsham includes WWT Arundel.
- Schools near Bilsham include Felpham Community College (2 miles south-west)
A hog roast or other catering?
The obvious catch is that a hog roast is pork. That’s why we offer lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option for anyone who doesn’t eat it. Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Why book our hog roast in Bilsham
- All the equipment comes with us
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Everything goes into a soft roll, perfect for eating on the move. Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Rotisserie chicken
For guests who do not eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and children generally like it too.
Space, access and the venue
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Before booking, check:
- Vehicle access close to the cooking area
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- Flat outdoor ground for the roaster and a gazebo
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
- Apple sauce
- Crackling
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing
Events we cater in Bilsham
Slow roasting cannot be faked: the meat is tender and the crackling crisp, carved fresh for every roll.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Bilsham and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Weddings, day or evening
- Club events and presentations
- Fêtes, fairs and shows
- Summer garden parties
If guests are travelling by rail, Barnham station is about 1.8 miles away.
Before booking anyone
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- Any travel or access charges
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether plates or china are included
Bilsham questions
Can you roast near the sea around Bilsham?
Yes, of course. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
What’s the nearest station to Bilsham?
The closest is Barnham station, roughly 1.8 miles away.
Is our garden big enough?
Access and clearance matter more than size. Describe the space and we will tell you honestly.
When do you start roasting?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we’ll fit around changes.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, for confident cooks. Ask and we will talk you through it.
Do you travel across West Sussex?
We cover West Sussex and the rest of London and the South East. Send us the address and we’ll quote.
Can you do gluten-free?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we’ll bring them. We will give you full allergen information for every dish.
DIY versus a catered hog roast
DIY hire works best when someone in the family loves cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
Timing is the tricky part of roasting your own: a whole hog takes hours, and it needs to be cooked through safely. If that sounds stressful, choose the catered option.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Give us numbers for vegetarians and vegans so we bring enough halloumi skewers and vegan burgers or sausages
- If anyone needs halal food, plan a separate option
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
The roaster needs looking after for hours, which is our job, not yours. You can get on with your event.
Sides turn a roll into a proper meal, and they’re listed in your quote.
For planners, venues and organisers
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards