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Hog Roast Hire in Cootham
Plenty of choice: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Hog roast hire in Cootham.
- Corporate events
- Weddings, day or evening
- Fêtes, fairs and shows
Planning an event in Cootham?
Hog roast hire in Cootham, carved to order
In Cootham, we cater birthdays, weddings, staff days and fêtes. Whatever the occasion, the format is the same: a slow roast on site, carved fresh and served by our team. We serve rotisserie chicken, hog roast rolls and spit-roast lamb, and we are regularly asked to cater christmas fairs and garden parties and barbecues.
Somewhere like Cootham, a yard or firm field frequently works. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. Our staff serve and clear, so nobody in your party has to serve.
- Location
- Cootham (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Alongside
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Where the roaster can go in Cootham
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Before booking, check:
- Access for our equipment, without steps
- A safe distance from walls, tents and trees
- A sheltered place for people to eat if it rains
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
From the roaster
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
- Hog roast rolls
- Crackling
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing
- Apple sauce
- Roast or jacket potatoes
DIY versus a catered hog roast
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone ends up cooking in batches all afternoon. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
You could roast a hog yourself, but it is a long day’s work, from early set-up to carving at the end. A catered hog roast means you can enjoy the day.
FAQs for Cootham
How far is Cootham from London?
About 43 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Do you serve the food?
Our chef carves and our staff serve, and we clear up when service is finished.
Do we need a big space?
Frequently, yes, if there’s a level, open spot away from the house and trees, as long as we can get the equipment in. Send us a picture.
When do you start roasting?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it is several hours. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. Serving inside is frequently possible, with the venue’s agreement.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
What do you need from us on the day?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We will bring the rest.
Why choose hog roast hire in Cootham?
It’s generous, hearty food that most people love, and lamb, chicken and vegetarian options look after the rest.
However big or small the event in Cootham, a slow roast goes a long way. We’re often asked to cater:
- Festive gatherings
- Staff days and open days
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
Historic houses near Cootham include Parham House (1.1 miles west) and Old Place Manor (3.4 miles north-west). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
Comparing caterers
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- Whether travel is included
- Whether VAT is included
What a hog roast costs
We work out each quote from:
- Access to the cooking area
- Crockery choices
- Distance from us
- Time on site
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Details that help
To check the date and the space, we will need:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- Roughly how many people
- Allergies we should know about
- The date and when you’d like to eat
If you are comparing hog roast caterers for Cootham, check what each quote actually includes. We spell it out in ours. To get yours, send us your details through our quote form.
Also near Cootham
Other occasions in Cootham
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Some guests won’t eat pork, so it is worth adding an alternative. A few pointers:
- If anyone needs halal food, plan a separate option
- Remember that stuffing typically contains gluten, so check the allergen information
- Put the menu on the invitation
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
If timings shift, tell us: a cooked roast can be held for a while before carving.
A second roast, lamb or chicken, gives people a choice.
Cootham: venues, access and local tips
Cootham is about 7 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. A hog roast suits events around Cootham, whatever the venue. Cootham is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 16 miles away.
A green space like Parham Park is tempting, but a gas-fired roaster there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Storrington Primary School, can book a hog roast stall. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Cootham, and some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles on site. Ask your venue about gas cooking and access.
We bring hog roasts to events all over RH20 and the streets around it. From Warren Croft, Pulborough Road and The Crescent or anywhere nearby, we will bring the roaster to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Storrington (1 mile east), Wiggonholt (2 miles north-west), Sullington (2 miles south-east), West Chiltington Common (2 miles north) and Abingworth (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (12 miles north-east), Worthing (7 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles west), Burgess Hill (15 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south).
A little further out are The Storrington And District Museum (1 mile east) and Amberley Castle (3.2 miles west). The countryside around Cootham includes Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
- Schools near Cootham include Rydon Community College (1.5 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Crown Inn (less than half a mile west)
A closer look at the menu
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, a hot, filling option of their own.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, easy to eat standing up. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
Working with your venue
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep you both updated.
Step by step
People love watching the carving: our chef carves the pork in front of the queue, with crackling for everyone who wants it. Around midsummer it stays light in Cootham until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is usually in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, so the cooking and serving area needs lighting.
- First, you send us your date, address, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a quote.
- On the day we arrive hours before serving and start the roast under cover.
- We carve and serve when you’re ready to eat.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or RH20 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
Read more
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards