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Hog Roast Hire for Hurstbourne Tarrant
Hog roast hire in Hurstbourne Tarrant: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Christmas parties
- Fêtes, fairs and shows
- Gatherings after a funeral
Slow-roasted pork in Hurstbourne Tarrant
Hurstbourne Tarrant: venues, access and local tips
Hurstbourne Tarrant is about 5 miles north of Andover, in Hampshire. A hog roast suits events around Hurstbourne Tarrant, whatever the venue. We bring hog roasts to 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Hurstbourne Tarrant to Reading (24 miles away).
For a christening or gathering after a service at a church such as Church of St Peter, the roaster can be set up at a hall or home nearby. Coming by train? Andover station is about 4.9 miles away.
We cater events across the SP11 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your event is on The Crescent, Dean Rise and Dines Meadow or anywhere nearby, we will bring the roaster to you. Close by, we cover events in Ibthorpe (1 mile north-west), Stoke (2 miles south-east), Upper Enham (2 miles south-west), Little London (2 miles south) and Wildhern (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (15 miles east), Andover (5 miles south), Tadley (14 miles east), Tidworth (10 miles west), Weeke (15 miles south) and Kempshott (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Finkley Down Farm Museum (3.9 miles south) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Pilot Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find George And Dragon Public House (within half a mile south-west)
How our hog roast hire works in Hurstbourne Tarrant
The smell of roasting pork is half the appeal. We roast slowly on site in Hurstbourne Tarrant, then carve the pork into rolls with all the trimmings. For community events and weddings, day or evening, we can cook halloumi skewers, crackling and new potatoes.
In a rural place like Hurstbourne Tarrant, roast pork in a field is hard to beat. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. Timings are planned around your event, because the roast has to start hours before you eat.
Common questions in Hurstbourne Tarrant
Can you cater after a service at Church of St Peter?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How far is Hurstbourne Tarrant from London?
About 60 miles from central London, and well within our area.
How does hog roast hire work?
We roast on site, carve to order and serve, in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will fit around changes.
What meats can we have?
It’s built around the hog, with lamb and chicken as extras.
What’s the price?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Tell us your date and we’ll send a price.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
Yes, for confident cooks. We will explain the details with your quote.
Do you bring plates?
Plates come as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we will add it to the quote.
For event organisers in Hurstbourne Tarrant
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
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The menu, dish by dish
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sharp, sweet apple sauce and savoury sage and onion stuffing are the traditional pairing. Stuffing normally contains gluten.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so everyone has something hot.
What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If things run late, a cooked roast can be kept hot for a while, so tell us as soon as plans change. Planning an evening hog roast in Hurstbourne Tarrant? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; after dark, the serving area and the path to it need good lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and the cooking spot, then send a quote.
- Timings and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- On the day we roast for hours, then carve to order.
- We serve, tidy up and leave the spot clean.
How to prepare
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
Ask for a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
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Catered or do it yourself?
Buying in a cold buffet is another option, but nothing beats hot pork and crackling carved in front of you, especially outdoors.
Full catering or machine hire? With catering, our chef roasts, carves and serves, and our staff clear up. With DIY hire, you do the work and save on staffing.
Before you choose a spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- Somewhere nearby to park our vehicle
- Nothing overhead that could catch the heat
- Permission from the venue or landowner
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- New potatoes
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Crackling
- Apple sauce
- Stuffing
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
Events we cater in Hurstbourne Tarrant
You do not need much on your side: just an outdoor spot for the roaster. Everything else comes with us.
Our roaster has been booked for all sorts of events around Hurstbourne Tarrant, such as:
- Staff days and open days
- Christmas fairs
- Wakes
- Weddings, day or evening
For a fundraiser at a school like Hurstbourne Tarrant Church of England Primary School, the roaster can cook on a pitch agreed with the school.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Plates, china and cutlery
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
Planning for dietary needs
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans so we bring enough halloumi skewers and vegan burgers or sausages
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
- We do not offer halal meat, so arrange that separately if it’s needed
We will agree a contact for the day, ideally not the host, so you can enjoy yourself.
Add lamb or chicken for a second roast.
What a hog roast costs
We do not use a fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The number of people
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Distance from us
Numbers make the biggest difference: the price per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
- Allergies we should know about
- A photo of the cooking area
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards