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Hog Roast Catering in Coldred, Kent
Hog roast hire in Coldred: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Garden parties and barbecues
- Milestone birthdays
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
A hog roast near Coldred
Full catering or machine hire?
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.
DIY hire works best when someone in the family loves cooking. For weddings and bigger events, a catered roast is generally easier.
How our hog roast hire works in Coldred
Slow-roasted pork carved to order: that is hog roast hire in Coldred. The classic roll comes with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling, and you can add sides and other meats. For christmas parties and summer garden parties, we can cook hog roast rolls, salads and coleslaw.
For a rural spot like Coldred, a hog roast feels right at home. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
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How we price a hog roast
We work out each quote from:
- Time on site
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Site access
- The journey to the venue
A hog roast is frequently good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- Rough numbers
- Your menu choices
- The date and when you’d like to eat
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
A hog roast compared with other options
The obvious catch is that a hog roast is pork. That is why we offer lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book our hog roast in Coldred
- Served at the time you choose
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- An itemised quote
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Organising for someone else?
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
What the cooking area needs
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Ideally:
- A level patch of lawn, patio or hardstanding
- Any venue rules sorted in advance
- Parking near the spot
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Coldred
- Apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Crackling
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Stuffing
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 roast, carve and serve without fuss. Evenings in Coldred stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; once it’s dark, we need light at the carving station.
- First, you send us your date, address, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We arrive well ahead, put the cover up and get the hog roasting.
- Our chef carves to order and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
How to prepare
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Let us know about tight access
How to get a price
If you are comparing hog roast caterers for Coldred, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. To get yours, use our quote form.
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A hog roast in Coldred: local details
Coldred is about 4 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. Planning a hog roast in Coldred? We cover the whole area. We cover 922 places across Kent. We cater events right across the region, from Coldred to Canterbury (about 10 miles away).
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Lydden Primary School, can book a hog roast stall. Churches such as Church of St Pancras rarely have room for a roaster, but a hall or home close by generally does. Coldred is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers. The coast is within about 5 miles of Coldred, and sea breezes can be strong. We plan a sheltered cooking spot on windy days.
Events anywhere in CT15 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster. For events just outside Coldred, we cover Sibertswold (1 mile north-west), Lydden (1 mile south), Waldershare (1 mile north-east), Halfway Street (1 mile west) and Eythorne (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (10 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north-east), Dover (4 miles south-east), Folkestone (7 miles south-west), Ramsgate (13 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (15 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Dover Castle (4.8 miles south-east) and Dover Transport Museum (2.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near Coldred include Dover Western Heights.
- Pubs nearby include The Bell Inn (0.7 miles north-west)
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Request gluten-free rolls for coeliac guests
- Remember that stuffing generally contains gluten, so ask for the allergen list
- Find out who does not eat pork, so we can bring lamb, chicken or vegetarian options
- Give us numbers for vegetarians and vegans so we bring enough halloumi skewers and vegan burgers or sausages
The roaster needs looking after for hours, which is our job, not yours. You can relax and enjoy the day.
Sides turn a roll into a proper meal.
Why choose hog roast hire in Coldred?
It’s generous, hearty food that most people love, and lamb, chicken and vegetarian options look after the rest.
People around Coldred book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Festive gatherings
- Fêtes, fairs and shows
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Wakes
For anyone arriving by rail, Shepherds Well station is about 1.1 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- If the price includes VAT
- How dietary needs are handled
- What the price includes, item by item
Coldred: your questions answered
Is Coldred close to London?
About 62 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you roast near the sea around Coldred?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
What happens after service?
We pack everything away after service, so you’re not left with the mess.
How do you work out quantities?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so tell us your best estimate. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
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. A picture helps.
Can you cook a hog roast in a small garden?
Many gardens are big enough, and a way to wheel the equipment through. A picture helps us check.
Do we need our own staff?
Our chef carves and our staff serve, and we clear up when service is finished.
Is crockery included?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away