Medway · England
Hog Roast Catering in Higham, Medway
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast in Higham and across Medway.
- Milestone birthdays
- Community events
- Staff days and open days
Slow-roasted pork in Higham
How our hog roast hire works in Higham
We roast the hog at your event, not in a kitchen miles away, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp when it’s served. Add lamb, chicken or vegetarian options if you like. Whether it’s big birthdays and anniversaries and sports clubs and societies, we will put together a menu of rotisserie chicken, hog roast rolls and coleslaw and more.
In a hamlet or village like Higham, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good cooking spot. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. The hog is roasted on site at your event, slowly, over several hours, and carved only when you are ready to eat.
Space, access and the venue
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- Somewhere nearby to park our vehicle
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- A level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the roaster
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Apple sauce
- Spit-roast lamb
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Stuffing
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
- Hog roast rolls
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information
- Find out who does not eat pork, and order an alternative for them
- Ask us to keep the vegetarian food separate and labelled
- We do not offer halal meat, so arrange that separately if it is needed
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We get there early, cook, carve and serve, and our staff clear the serving area afterwards.
Ask for gluten-free rolls for anyone who needs them.
A hog roast compared with other options
Full catering or machine hire? Catering means we do everything; DIY hire means you roast and carve yourself. Most hosts choose catering for anything bigger than a family party. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why us?
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Planned to your running order
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
See how we price and what a hog roast costs.
Also in Higham
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
DIY versus a catered hog roast
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
You could go for a cold buffet, but hot, freshly carved roast pork is a different experience.
What comes off the roaster
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, turned until the skin is golden.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and roast or jacket potatoes, depending on the season and the occasion.
Common questions in Higham
Which station is closest to Higham?
The closest is Higham station, roughly 0.9 miles away.
Can you do a hog roast in Rede Common?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you roast in the rain?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Is crackling included?
Crackling is part of every roll for anyone who wants it.
Is it just pork?
The hog is the centrepiece, with lamb and chicken as extras.
Can you cook a hog roast in a small garden?
Often, yes, if there’s a level, open spot away from the house and trees, and a way to wheel the equipment through. A picture helps us check.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on numbers, menu, service time and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote.
When do you start roasting?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We work back from your serving time.
How it works
We take care of everything from the first hour of roasting to clearing away, so you can get on with your event. Around midsummer it stays light in Higham until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so summer evening service is generally in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so the cooking and serving area needs lighting.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Gather dietary requirements early
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Hog roast hire around Higham
Higham is about 2 miles north-west of Rochester, in Medway. From village halls to gardens and fields, events around Higham suit a hog roast. We cater 68 places in Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 24 miles away.
After a service at Church of St John, the hog roast can be ready at a nearby hall or house. For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is Higham station, roughly 0.9 miles north-east of the centre.
This part of Medway takes in ME3 and DA12. Whether your event is on Villa Road, Darby Gardens and Ash Crescent or a nearby road, we’ll bring the roaster to you. We also bring hog roasts to events in Gadshill (1 mile south), Lower Higham (1 mile north), Shorne (1 mile west), Shorne Ridgeway (1 mile south-west) and Mockbeggar (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Gillingham (6 miles south-east), Chatham (5 miles south-east), Rainham (8 miles south-east), Luton (5 miles south-east), Park Wood (8 miles south-east) and Lordswood (7 miles south-east).
A little further out are Huguenot Museum (2.7 miles south-east) and Rochester Castle (2.6 miles south-east). The countryside around Higham includes Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
- Schools near Higham include Strood Academy (1.3 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include Sir John Falstaff Public House (less than half a mile south)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include City of Rochester-upon-Medway (2.4 miles south-east)
Perfect for your event in Higham
There’s very little for you to organise: just an outdoor spot for the roaster. We bring the rest.
Here’s what people in Higham most frequently book a hog roast for:
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Clubhouse events
- Wakes
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Higham Primary School, can book a hog roast stall.
What your quote should include
- Whether plates or china are included
- Allergen information for every dish
- Who carves and who serves
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away