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Hog Roast Hire in Monk Sherborne
Hog roast hire in Monk Sherborne: pork roasted slowly for hours at your venue, carved to order and served in soft rolls with crackling.
- Festive gatherings
- Clubhouse events
- Big birthdays and anniversaries
Hog roast hire in Monk Sherborne
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Find out who does not eat pork, so we can bring lamb, chicken or vegetarian options
- Give us numbers for vegetarians and vegans for the halloumi skewers and vegan option
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information
- If anyone needs halal food, plan a separate option
If timings shift, tell us: we can hold the roast for a while.
We can supply china instead of standard plates, quoted separately.
Hog roast hire in Monk Sherborne, slow-roasted on site
It is a simple format that suits most crowds: pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a roll, plus lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan choices if you want them. We’re frequently asked to cater wakes and weddings, day or evening, serving coleslaw, spit-roast lamb and halloumi skewers.
Somewhere as small as Monk Sherborne, a field, yard or garden is frequently the spot. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives, and level, firm ground is the key. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish before you book.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We will keep you both updated.
Why choose a hog roast in Monk Sherborne?
A hog roast has one downside: it’s pork. That is why we offer lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option. 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, so we quote each one individually.
Why us?
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- An itemised quote
- Carved to order by a chef
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
What comes off the roaster
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and roast or jacket potatoes, depending on the season and the occasion.
Spit-roast lamb
Spit-roast lamb is popular alongside the pork, especially for guests who don’t eat pork.
How it works
Rain does not stop the roast, because we cook under cover. It is worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. Around midsummer it stays light in Monk Sherborne until about 9:25pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:10pm, so summer evening service is usually in daylight. For winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, we need light by the roaster and the serving table.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the space and quote.
- We get the roaster going hours before you eat.
- The chef carves and the team fills rolls or plates.
- We pack away and leave you to it.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
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Full catering or machine hire?
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.
Timing is the tricky part of roasting your own: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If that sounds stressful, choose the catered option.
A hog roast in Monk Sherborne: local details
Monk Sherborne is about 3 miles north of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We bring a hog roast to events anywhere in Monk Sherborne, as long as there’s an outdoor spot to cook. Monk Sherborne is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cater. You can also see our page for Reading, about 12 miles away.
PTAs at schools such as The Priory Primary School often look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. Historic houses near Monk Sherborne include The Vyne (1.7 miles east). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
This part of Hampshire takes in RG26, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Whether your event is on The Close, Ramsdell Road and Salters Heath Road or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Salters Heath (1 mile north-east), Charter Alley (1 mile north-west), Pamber End (1 mile north), Ramsdell (1 mile north-west) and West Heath (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (3 miles south), Fleet (13 miles east), Alton (13 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles east), Tadley (3 miles north) and Hook (7 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Park Prewett Hospital (1.8 miles south) and Basing House (4.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Daneshill Park Woods.
- Schools near Monk Sherborne include Everest Community Academy (1.9 miles south-east)
Towns and villages near Monk Sherborne
What else we do in Monk Sherborne
Occasions we serve in Monk Sherborne
A roll needs no knife and fork, which makes a hog roast ideal for relaxed events, and plates turn it into a proper meal.
People around Monk Sherborne book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Sports clubs and societies
- Wakes
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Big birthdays and anniversaries
If guests are travelling by rail, Basingstoke station is about 3.1 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Any travel or access charges
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Allergen information for every dish
FAQs for Monk Sherborne
Can you cater after a service at Church of All Saints?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Which station is closest to Monk Sherborne?
Basingstoke station, about 3.1 miles south-east of the centre.
What happens when we hire a hog roast?
We roast on site, carve to order and serve, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
DIY machine hire is available. We’ll confirm what comes with it and how to use it.
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.
Do you bring plates?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Do we need to provide electricity?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Let us know what’s on site.
How much will it be?
Each event is priced on its own, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Tell us about your event for a quote.
What the cooking area needs
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- A safe distance from walls, tents and trees
- Access for our equipment, without steps
- Somewhere nearby to park our vehicle
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Apple sauce
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
- Crackling
- Stuffing
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- 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
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards