Medway · England
Hog Roast Hire in Chattenden
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast turns the food into a centrepiece of your event in Chattenden.
- Summer garden parties
- Fêtes, fairs and shows
- Big birthdays and anniversaries
Planning an event in Chattenden?
Hog roast hire for your event in Chattenden
A hog roast is one of the simplest ways to feed a crowd in Chattenden: a single slow roast, carved to order. Everything comes with us, and our staff serve and clear. We’re often asked to cater weddings and receptions and staff days and open days, with hog roast rolls, rotisserie chicken and salads.
For a rural spot like Chattenden, a hog roast feels right at home. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. Everything we need to roast, carve and serve comes with us, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
A hog roast in Chattenden: local details
Chattenden is about 2 miles north-east of Rochester, in Medway. We are happy to travel to Chattenden for events and the places nearby. Chattenden is one of 68 places in Medway we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
If you had Lower Lines Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: we cannot simply set up a roaster in a public park. For a christening or gathering after a service at a church such as Bishop Gundulph Church, the roaster can be set up at a hall or home nearby.
Here we cover the ME3 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Songbird Crescent, Sparrow Drive and Main Road or a nearby road, we will bring the roaster to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Lower Upnor (1 mile south), Upper Upnor (1 mile south), Wainscott (1 mile south-west), Hoo St Werburgh (1 mile east) and Cooling Street (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Gillingham (4 miles south-east), Chatham (4 miles south), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Strood (3 miles south-west), Luton (3 miles south) and Park Wood (6 miles south-east).
A little further out are City of Rochester-upon-Medway (2.3 miles south-west) and Huguenot Museum (2.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Chattenden include Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
- Schools near Chattenden include The Hundred of Hoo Academy (0.8 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Pier pub (0.5 miles south)
A hog roast compared with other options
Catered or DIY? Catering means we do everything; DIY hire means you roast and carve yourself. For bigger events, catering is typically the easier choice. Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so we list each one in the quote. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
What you get with us
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Timed around your day
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Fresh carving at the serving station
Take a look at our prices page and our hog roast cost guide.
Occasions we serve in Chattenden
It’s generous, hearty food that most people love, and there are alternatives for everyone else.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Chattenden:
- Sports clubs and societies
- Work summer parties
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Milestone birthdays
Historic houses near Chattenden include Restoration House (2.6 miles south-west) and Temple Manor (2.8 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and gas cooking early.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Travel and any London charges
Towns and villages near Chattenden
Also in Chattenden
Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A sheltered place for people to eat if it rains
- Parking near the spot
- Access for our equipment, without steps
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
From the roaster
- Stuffing
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Crackling
- Coleslaw
- Apple sauce
- Spit-roast lamb
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Step by step
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we can hold the cooked roast for a while before carving, so keep us posted on the day. In Chattenden, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, so a summer evening hog roast is normally carved in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:50pm, so the cooking and serving area needs lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- We roast slowly on site, then carve for your guests.
- Our staff serve and clear, then we pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
Get a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Organising for someone else?
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Let us know what your event requires and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
What we serve, dish by dish
Rotisserie chicken
For guests who don’t eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and it suits fussy eaters.
Roast pork
Our chef carves the pork as it’s needed, which keeps it hot and moist.
What affects the price in Chattenden
The price comes down to:
- Season and day of the week
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Distance from us
- Time on site
For larger numbers, a hog roast is typically good value, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
What we need to know
These are the details we need:
- A photo of the cooking area
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- The address or postcode
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
Should I cook it myself?
You could go for a cold buffet, but hot, freshly carved roast pork is a different experience.
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
Chattenden: your questions answered
Can you cater after a service at Bishop Gundulph Church?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with room to cook outside. Churches rarely have space for a hog roast, so the food is generally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Could you cook in Lower Lines Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Check with them first.
Do you travel across Medway?
We cover Medway and the rest of London and the South East. Tell us the venue for a quote.
What happens after service?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
Do you serve the crackling?
Of course: the skin turns to crackling and everyone gets some.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
Will there be enough to go round?
We size the roast to your numbers, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
What is hog roast hire?
We bring the roaster, roast the hog on site for hours, then our chef carves it and our staff serve, in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards