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Hog Roast Catering in Grove, Kent
Planning a hog roast in Grove? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
- Weddings, day or evening
- Garden parties and barbecues
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Hog roast hire for Grove
Hog roast hire in Grove, carved to order
With hog roast hire, the cooking happens at your event, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp when it’s served. Add lamb, chicken or vegetarian options if you like. For sports clubs and societies and big birthdays and anniversaries, we’ll put together a menu of spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken and coleslaw and more.
In a rural place like Grove, roast pork in a field is hard to beat. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. We plan the timings around your day, working back from when you want to eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
Should I cook it myself?
A barbecue is the other obvious choice, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. With a hog roast, one roast feeds everyone at once.
Timing is the tricky part of roasting your own: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If you’d rather not worry about it, let us cook.
How the day works
Serving is straightforward: the chef carves and the team serves, and sides go out at the same time. When everyone has eaten, we clear up and leave the spot tidy. By late September, sunset in Grove is around 7:00pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:50pm. After dark, a lit path to the food makes a difference.
- We start with a few details 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.
How to prepare
- Send final numbers in good time
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
Ask for a quote
If you are comparing hog roast caterers for Grove, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. To get yours, use our quote form.
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Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
The obvious catch is that a hog roast is pork. So we offer lamb, chicken and vegetarian and vegan choices too. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book our hog roast in Grove
- All the equipment comes with us
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Timed around your day
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
We do not use a fixed price list, since every event is different. The main factors are:
- Plates or china
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Travel to Grove
- Access to the cooking area
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What to tell us
To get the best quote, send us:
- The date and time of the event
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Any venue rules
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
What we serve, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, served in a roll with salads.
Rotisserie chicken
Golden rotisserie chicken can be served in a roll or on a plate.
Grove: venues, access and local tips
Grove is about 5 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Grove is well within our area for events and the places nearby. We cater 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Goodnestone Park (4.7 miles south). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and gas cooking early. PTAs at schools such as Preston Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. The coast is within about 6 miles of Grove, and coastal sites can be windy. We think about wind when choosing the cooking spot and putting up the cover.
We cater events across CT3 and the streets around it. Close by, we cover events in Preston (1 mile south-east), Upstreet (1 mile north), West Stourmouth (1 mile north-east), East Stourmouth (2 miles east) and Sarre (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (6 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles east), Broadstairs (10 miles east) and Whitstable (8 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include St Martins Hospital (4.9 miles south-west).
- Nearby, you’ll find The Grove Ferry Inn (0.9 miles north)
Grove questions
Could you cook in Grove Ferry Picnic Area?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
What happens when we hire a hog roast?
We handle the roasting, carving and serving. Just give us an outdoor spot to cook.
Is our garden big enough?
Often, yes, if there’s a level, open spot away from the house and trees, and a way to wheel the equipment through. A photo helps us check.
Can you roast in the rain?
We roast under cover, so the food is not affected. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. We can frequently serve indoors if the venue agrees.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
Do we need to provide electricity?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
For planners, venues and organisers
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we will confirm what we can provide.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We’ll keep you both updated.
Occasions we serve in Grove
You can taste the hours of roasting: tender pork and proper crackling, carved fresh for every roll.
We’re regularly asked to cater all sorts of events around Grove, such as:
- Weddings and receptions
- Clubhouse events
- Milestone birthdays
- Staff days and open days
For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Sturry station, roughly 3.8 miles west of the centre.
What your quote should include
- How many staff will carve and serve
- A clear list of what’s included
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- What crockery is supplied
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Space away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Parking near the spot
- Any venue rules sorted in advance
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Grove
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing
- Apple sauce
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Crackling
- Rotisserie chicken
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away