Greater London · England
Hog Roast Catering in Downe, Greater London
Something for nearly everyone: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Book a hog roast in Downe.
- Wakes
- Club events and presentations
- Weddings and receptions
Planning an event in Downe?
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with a cold buffet, hot roast pork carved in front of you is a different experience. Buffets can sit out for hours. Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. A long, slow roast means an early start, which is built into the price.
Why us?
- Carved to order by a chef
- Timed around your day
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- All the equipment comes with us
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Hog roast hire in Downe, carved to order
The format is simple and it works for almost any crowd: pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a roll, and alternatives for anyone who doesn’t eat pork. Whether it is wakes and memorial gatherings and summer garden parties, we will put together a menu of salads, crackling and hog roast rolls and more.
Around Downe, most London bookings are in back gardens, yards, school grounds and car parks. Many terraced houses have no side access, so tell us whether there’s a rear gate, a front garden or a yard we can use, and send us a photo. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Downe (BR6)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Bringing a hog roast to Downe
Downe is about 4 miles south-west of Orpington, in Greater London. We are happy to travel to Downe for events. Downe is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. Our bookings stretch from Downe to London (about 13 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Chelsfield station, about 2.6 miles north-east, is the nearest station. Parks such as South Park typically need permission from the council or landowner for any cooking, so check first. Downe is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles on site. Ask your venue about gas cooking and access.
This part of Greater London takes in BR6, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Local streets include High Street, North End Lane and Belle Vue Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. For events just outside Downe, we cover Farthing Street (1 mile north-west), Hazelwood (1 mile east), Luxted (1 mile south), Leaves Green (1 mile west) and Single Street (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include London (13 miles north-west), City of Westminster (15 miles north-west), Marylebone (15 miles north-west), St Pancras (15 miles north-west), Shoreditch (14 miles north-west) and Hoxton (15 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Crofton Roman Villa (2.7 miles north-east) and Princess Royal University Hospital (1.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Downe Bank Nature Reserve and Betsom's Hill.
- Schools near Downe include Charles Darwin School (1.8 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Queens Head pub (less than half a mile south)
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and tell us what they ask for.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
What else we do in Downe
Planning for dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Request gluten-free rolls for coeliac guests
- If anyone needs halal food, plan a separate option
- Tell guests what’s on the menu in advance
- Remember that stuffing typically contains gluten, so check the allergen information
Name someone to meet us, ideally not the host, so you can enjoy yourself.
A second roast, lamb or chicken, gives people a choice.
Downe questions
We’re gathering after a service at St Mary's Church: can you cater?
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 typically elsewhere. Send us the address.
What’s the nearest station to Downe?
Chelsfield station, about 2.6 miles north-east of the centre.
What happens in bad weather?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
How big a hog will we need?
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.
When should we book?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
Do we need to provide electricity?
The roaster runs on gas, so we don’t need mains power to cook. Power can help with lighting after dark.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
Yes, for confident cooks. Ask and we’ll talk you through it.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
What a hog roast costs
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Travel to Downe
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- Numbers
- Season and day of the week
For larger numbers, a hog roast is usually good value, because one whole roast feeds a lot of people. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Details that help
For a quick, accurate price, send us:
- Any venue rules
- A photo of the cooking area
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- The date and time of the event
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or BR6 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Send us your details through our quote form.
What happens on the day
Rain does not stop the roast, because we cook under cover. Your guests will still want somewhere dry to eat, such as a marquee, hall or barn. Light matters for a long roast: around Downe, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm, so winter bookings need lighting from mid-afternoon.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings and where the roaster goes.
- On the day we roast for hours, then carve to order.
- We serve, tidy up and leave the spot clean.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Before you choose a spot
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, so a few things are worth checking:
- Somewhere nearby to park our vehicle
- A safe distance from walls, tents and trees
- A level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
As a London location, Downe is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access takes planning: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the roaster
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
- Spit-roast lamb
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Stuffing
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Apple sauce
Perfect for your event in Downe
A hog roast suits big outdoor gatherings in Downe: one roast feeds a crowd, and the carving is part of the event.
We are regularly asked to cater all sorts of events around Downe, such as:
- Staff days and open days
- Summer garden parties
- Community events
- Clubhouse events
PTAs at schools such as Downe Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
What your quote should include
- Whether plates or china are included
- How many staff will carve and serve
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
What comes off the roaster
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Crunchy coleslaw suits roast pork, and salads and new potatoes work well on a plate.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards