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Hog Roast Hire in Box Hill
Hog roast hire in Box Hill: pork roasted slowly for hours at your venue, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Club events and presentations
- Fêtes, fairs and shows
- Festive gatherings
Planning an event in Box Hill?
DIY versus a catered hog roast
A barbecue is the other obvious choice, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
You could go for a cold buffet, but nothing beats hot pork and crackling carved in front of you.
About our hog roast hire in Box Hill
People book a hog roast in Box Hill for everything from birthdays to fêtes. Whatever the occasion, the format is the same: slow roasting at your venue, then carving and serving. We are often asked to cater festive gatherings and corporate events, serving salads, spit-roast lamb and halloumi skewers.
In a rural place like Box Hill, roast pork in a field is hard to beat. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Your questions about a hog roast in Box Hill
Do you come out to small places like Box Hill?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What happens in bad weather?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
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.
What space does the roaster need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, and a way to wheel everything in. Send us a picture if you are unsure.
Do we need to provide electricity?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. Power can help with lighting after dark.
Do you come to Box Hill?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Box Hill and the rest of Surrey included. Send us the address for a quote.
How far ahead should we book?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But it is always worth asking: use our quote form.
Nearby places to Box Hill
Also in Box Hill
Before you choose a spot
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Vehicle access close to the cooking area
- 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 will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Crackling
- Apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
How we price a hog roast
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Access to the cooking area
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Numbers
- Travel to Box Hill
The main driver is numbers: the price per head generally falls as numbers rise, since much of the cost is fixed.
What we need to know
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- Rough numbers
- Allergies we should know about
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- The date and time of the event
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
Working with your venue
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Why choose a hog roast in Box Hill?
Compared with a barbecue, one roast feeds everyone at once, so nobody stands at a grill all afternoon. Our guide compares the two. For larger numbers, a hog roast is usually good value, since one roast goes a long way. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Why book our hog roast in Box Hill
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Planned to your running order
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- No surprises: everything in writing
See our pricing or our hog roast cost guide.
Planning for dietary needs
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Find out who does not eat pork, and order an alternative for them
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so ask for the allergen list
- Label the vegetarian and vegan food clearly
- We do not offer halal meat, so arrange that separately if it is needed
The roaster needs looking after for hours, and that’s what we’re there for. You can get on with your event.
Sides turn a roll into a proper meal, and they’re listed in your quote.
Perfect for your event in Box Hill
You do not need much on your side: just an outdoor spot for the roaster. Everything else comes with us.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Box Hill. Typical bookings include:
- Corporate events
- Big birthdays and anniversaries
- Community events
- Weddings and receptions
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as The Ashcombe School, can book a hog roast stall.
What your quote should include
- The full menu and the sides
- How many staff will carve and serve
- Plates, china and cutlery
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
Planning a hog roast in Box Hill
Box Hill is about 2 miles north-east of Dorking, in Surrey. We cater events across Box Hill and nearby. We bring hog roasts to 395 places across Surrey. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 12 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Betchworth station, about 0.8 miles east. Churches such as St. Andrew's Church rarely have room for a roaster, but a hall or home close by usually does. Box Hill is within about 2 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers.
Wherever your event is in KT20, we can roast on site for your guests. Your event could be at a house on Boxhill Road, Usherwood Close and Fort Road, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Other places close to Box Hill we cover include Betchworth (1 mile south-east), Brockham (1 mile south), Buckland (1 mile south-east), Strood Green (2 miles south) and Headley (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (12 miles west), Woking (13 miles west), Epsom (6 miles north), Horley (7 miles south-east), Redhill (5 miles east) and Ewell (7 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Headley Court (2.8 miles north) and Reigate Priory Museum (3.6 miles east). Open spaces near Box Hill include Colley Hill and Reigate Heath.
Step by step
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and get on with roasting and serving. Planning an evening hog roast in Box Hill? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; after dark, the serving area and the path to it need good lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings and where the roaster goes.
- We roast slowly on site, then carve for your guests.
- Our staff serve and clear, then we pack away.
Before we arrive
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Get a quote
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away