Surrey · England
Hog Roast Hire in Lightwater
Hog roast hire in Lightwater: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Wakes
- Parties at home
- Milestone birthdays
Hog roast hire for Lightwater
How our hog roast hire works in Lightwater
A hog roast is one of the simplest ways to feed a crowd in Lightwater: one roast, slow-cooked for hours, carved in front of everyone. We bring the roaster, the cover and the serving kit, and our staff serve and clear. We’re frequently asked to cater milestone birthdays and christmas parties, with crackling, coleslaw and hog roast rolls.
In and around Lightwater, gardens and village halls are common choices. If the lane is narrow, tell us so we can plan our vehicle. Our chef carves in front of your guests, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- A level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Any venue rules sorted in advance
- Nothing overhead that could catch the heat
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Spit-roast lamb
For planners, venues and organisers
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so tell them a hog roast is coming. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Also near Lightwater
Other occasions in Lightwater
Lightwater: venues, access and local tips
Lightwater is about 3 miles east of Camberley, in Surrey. Planning a hog roast in Lightwater? We can help. We cover 395 places in Surrey. Our bookings stretch from Lightwater to Guildford (about 8 miles away).
If you are gathering after a service at a church like All Saints, a nearby hall or garden suits a hog roast. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Hammond School, can book a hog roast stall.
For events in GU18 and GU19, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and roughly how many guests. Whether your event is on Ambleside Road, Ridgeway Close and Shrublands Drive or a nearby road, we’ll bring the roaster to you. Nearby, we also cater events in Donkey Town (1 mile south-east), Bagshot (1 mile north-west), Windlesham (1 mile north-east), Lucas Green (2 miles south-east) and West End (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (8 miles south-east), Woking (5 miles south-east), Camberley (3 miles west), Farnham (11 miles south-west), Egham (8 miles north-east) and Walton-on-Thames (12 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Brookwood Hospital (3.3 miles south-east) and The Museum of The National Rifle Association (2.7 miles south). Open spaces near Lightwater include Brookwood Lye.
- Local schools include Gordon's School (1.2 miles east)
How we price a hog roast
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Menu choices and extras
- The journey to the venue
- Time on site
- Whether you want china
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What to tell us
When you contact us, please mention:
- What the outdoor space is like
- Your menu choices
- An estimate of numbers
- Dietary requirements
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: fill in our quote form.
A hog roast compared with other options
The obvious catch is that a hog roast is pork. So we offer lamb, chicken and vegetarian and vegan choices too for anyone who doesn’t eat it. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
What you get with us
- Served at the time you choose
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- An itemised quote
Read how we price and what a hog roast costs.
How it works
Here’s how the day normally runs: we arrive, set up under cover and start roasting, the roast cooks gently through the day, and our chef carves it when you’re ready. Because the roast takes hours, daylight is worth planning: around Lightwater, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm, so winter bookings need lighting from mid-afternoon.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings and where the roaster goes.
- We roast slowly on site, then carve for your guests.
- We serve, tidy up and leave the spot clean.
Getting ready for the day
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
Getting a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
Planning help
What we serve, dish by dish
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sage and onion stuffing and apple sauce are the classic partners, cutting through the richness of the pork.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
Why choose hog roast hire in Lightwater?
For big gatherings in Lightwater, a hog roast is hard to beat: one roast feeds a crowd, and the carving gives people something to watch.
We are regularly asked to cater all sorts of events around Lightwater, including:
- Sports clubs and societies
- Corporate events
- Parties at home
- Big birthdays and anniversaries
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Bagshot station, about 1.3 miles north-west.
What to look for in a quote
- The space, cover and access they need
- Whether travel is included
- A clear list of what’s included
- Who carves and who serves
DIY versus a catered hog roast
Roasting a whole hog yourself is possible, but it takes hours of attention, from early set-up to carving at the end. With us catering, you get to be a host, not a cook.
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.
Your questions about a hog roast in Lightwater
Which station is closest to Lightwater?
The closest is Bagshot station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
Is Lightwater close to London?
About 27 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you cover Lightwater?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Lightwater and Surrey. Send us the address for a quote.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. Serving indoors is usually fine if the venue is happy.
Will there be enough to go round?
We plan quantities from the numbers you give us, and we’ll talk it through when we quote.
Do you cover the whole of Surrey?
We cover Surrey and the rest of London and the South East. Send us the address and we’ll quote.
Do you serve the food?
Our chef carves and our staff serve, and we clear up when service is finished.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you’re not left with the mess.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away