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Hog Roast Catering in Hawkenbury, Kent
We bring a hog roast to Hawkenbury and nearby, cooking slowly at your venue and serving it hot, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Garden parties and barbecues
- Staff days and open days
- Birthdays and anniversaries
Planning an event in Hawkenbury?
Planning for dietary needs
Some guests will not eat pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans for the halloumi skewers and vegan option
- Count anyone who does not eat pork, so we can bring lamb, chicken or vegetarian options
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so ask for the allergen list
- We don’t offer halal meat, so arrange that separately if it’s needed
Name someone to meet us, who can show us the cooking spot and pass on any changes.
We can supply china instead of standard plates, at an extra cost.
How our hog roast hire works in Hawkenbury
Hog roast hire takes the cooking off your hands. We arrive hours before you eat, set up under cover and roast slowly, ready to carve when you are. Whether it is Fêtes, fairs and shows and christmas fairs, we will put together a menu of salads, new potatoes and crackling and more.
Somewhere as small as Hawkenbury, a field, yard or garden is frequently the spot. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm, level ground matters most. Everything we need to roast, carve and serve comes with us, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
The process
We work to your timings. If things run late, we can hold the cooked roast for a while before carving, so tell us as soon as plans change. Evenings in Hawkenbury stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; after dark, the serving area and the path to it need good lighting.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the space and quote.
- We arrive early, set up under cover and start roasting.
- Our chef carves and our staff serve.
- We clear up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or TN12 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will check the date and send a quote. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Planning the cooking spot
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. The ideal spot has:
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- A level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- New potatoes
- Stuffing
- Spit-roast lamb
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
- Apple sauce
- Roast or jacket potatoes
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How we price a hog roast
Here’s what affects the price:
- Access to the cooking area
- Distance from us
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
What to tell us
When you contact us, please mention:
- The venue or postcode
- Your menu choices
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies we should know about
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
About the food
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Coleslaw is the natural partner for a pork roll, while salads and potatoes make a plated meal.
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
Bringing a hog roast to Hawkenbury
Hawkenbury is about 7 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. We cover Hawkenbury and its neighbours for events. Hawkenbury is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 23 miles away.
Hawkenbury is within about 6 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles on site. Ask your venue about gas cooking and access.
We cater events across TN12 and the streets around it. For events just outside Hawkenbury, we cover Farthing Green (1 mile north-east), Devil's Den (1 mile north), Staplehurst (1 mile south-west), Cross-at-Hand (2 miles north-west) and Sinkhurst Green (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (7 miles north), Ashford (13 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles west) and Kings Hill (10 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Brattle Farm Museum (2.4 miles south-west) and Sutton Valence Castle (2.6 miles north).
Is a hog roast right for your event?
Next to a buffet, a hog roast is hot, freshly carved and feels like an occasion. A buffet can sit out all afternoon. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why book our hog roast in Hawkenbury
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Fresh carving at the serving station
See our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We’ll fit in with site rules.
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Tell us what you need and we’ll tell you what we can send.
Occasions we serve in Hawkenbury
Slow roasting can’t be faked: the meat is tender and the crackling crisp.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions. Here are some of the most popular:
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Milestone birthdays
- Parties at home
- Weddings and receptions
For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is Staplehurst station, about 1.3 miles west.
Before booking anyone
- What crockery is supplied
- VAT, if it applies
- The full menu and the sides
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
Hawkenbury: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Hawkenbury?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Is Hawkenbury close to London?
About 37 miles from central London, and well within our area.
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 far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we will check.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the roast to your numbers, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
How much room do you need?
A flat, open spot outside, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. Send us a picture if you’re unsure.
Can you cater in Hawkenbury?
We do. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will confirm availability.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Stuffing typically contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards