Hampshire · England
Hog Roast Hire for Ibthorpe
We bring a hog roast to Ibthorpe and nearby, cooking slowly at your venue and serving it hot.
- Festive gatherings
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Fêtes, fairs and shows
Book a hog roast in Ibthorpe
Hog roast hire for your event in Ibthorpe
There’s nothing quite like the smell of a hog roast drifting across a garden or field. We roast slowly on site in Ibthorpe, then carve the pork into rolls with all the trimmings. For weddings and receptions and gatherings after a funeral, we’ll put together a menu of crackling, spit-roast lamb and salads for your guests.
In a hamlet or village like Ibthorpe, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good cooking spot. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
Planning a hog roast in Ibthorpe
Ibthorpe is about 5 miles north of Andover, in Hampshire. Thinking about a hog roast in Ibthorpe? We cover the whole area. Ibthorpe is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cater. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 24 miles away.
If you’re gathering after a service at a church like Church of St Peter, a nearby hall or garden suits a hog roast. PTAs at schools such as Hurstbourne Tarrant Church of England Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
We cover events in every part of the SP11 postcode area and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Hurstbourne Tarrant (1 mile south-east), Stoke (2 miles south-east), Upper Enham (2 miles south), Wildhern (2 miles south-west) and Little London (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (15 miles east), Andover (5 miles south), Tadley (15 miles east), Tidworth (9 miles west), Kempshott (14 miles east) and Ludgershall (7 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.9 miles south). Open spaces near Ibthorpe include Anton Lakes and Pilot Hill.
- Local pubs include George And Dragon Public House (0.5 miles south-east)
Catered or do it yourself?
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
Catered or DIY? Catered means we do everything: roasting, carving, serving and clearing. With hire only, you do the cooking yourself.
The menu, dish by dish
Stuffing and apple sauce
A spoonful of apple sauce and a slice of stuffing turn a pork roll into a hog roast roll.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
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 tell you what we can send.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
How we price a hog roast
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- How long the roast and service take
- Distance from us
- Numbers
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the cooking area
- Roughly how many people
If you are comparing hog roast caterers for Ibthorpe, ask each one exactly what’s included. We spell it out in ours. For a quote, use our quote form.
Ibthorpe: your questions answered
Is Ibthorpe close to London?
About 61 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cater after a service at Church of St Peter?
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 normally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Can you cook a hog roast in a small garden?
It depends on the space and access more than size. Describe the space and we will tell you honestly.
When 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’ll check.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Each event is priced on its own, based on numbers, menu, service time and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote.
Can you do gluten-free?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. We will give you full allergen information for every dish.
What meats can we have?
It’s built around the hog, but lamb and chicken can be added.
Can we choose catered or DIY?
Both are available: fully catered, where we roast, carve and serve, or DIY machine hire. Most people choose catering.
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Diets, allergies and alternatives
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. A few more tips:
- Ask us to keep the vegetarian food separate and labelled
- Give us numbers for vegetarians and vegans so we bring enough halloumi skewers and vegan burgers or sausages
- Tell guests what’s on the menu in advance
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
If timings shift, tell us: a cooked roast can be held for a while before carving.
A second roast, lamb or chicken, gives people a choice.
What happens on the day
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, set up under cover and start roasting, the pork cooks slowly for hours, and we carve and serve at the agreed time. Late September evenings in Ibthorpe lose the light at about 7:10pm, and in December it is nearer 4:00pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the serving area.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and the cooking spot, then send a 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.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
How to get a price
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
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What the cooking area needs
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Things to check:
- Vehicle access close to the cooking area
- Access for our equipment, without steps
- Cover for your guests in bad weather
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Stuffing
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Spit-roast lamb
- Coleslaw
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Why choose hog roast hire in Ibthorpe?
People remember a hog roast. It’s food and a bit of theatre at the same time.
Hosts in Ibthorpe book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Sports clubs and societies
- Staff days and open days
- Birthdays and anniversaries
- Gatherings after a funeral
Nearby historic houses include Stargroves (4.9 miles north-east). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for caterers, so check before you book.
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- If the price includes VAT
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- Any travel or access charges
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- 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