Hampshire · England
Hog Roast Catering in North Boarhunt, Hampshire
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast in North Boarhunt and the surrounding area.
- Summer garden parties
- Sports clubs and societies
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
A hog roast near North Boarhunt
North Boarhunt: venues, access and local tips
North Boarhunt is about 4 miles north-east of Fareham, in Hampshire. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in North Boarhunt and the surrounding area. We cater all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 11 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is Portchester station, roughly 3.3 miles south of the centre. Churches such as Church of the Holy Trinity rarely have room for a roaster, but a hall or home close by typically does.
We cover events in every part of the PO17 postcode area and the streets around it. That could mean an event in a garden on Trampers Lane and Bere Farm Lane, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. For events just outside North Boarhunt, we cover Hundred Acres (1 mile north-west), Wickham Common (1 mile west), Boarhunt (2 miles south), Crockerhill (2 miles south-west) and Southwick (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (14 miles north-west), Gosport (6 miles south), Havant (7 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles north-west), Fareham (4 miles south-west) and Horndean (6 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Fareham Shopping Centre (3.2 miles south-west) and Portchester Castle (4.2 miles south). Open spaces near North Boarhunt include Portsdown Hill and St Clair's Meadow.
Hog roast hire for your event in North Boarhunt
The format is simple and it works for almost any crowd: roast pork in a soft roll, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling, and alternatives for anyone who doesn’t eat pork. We serve rotisserie chicken, crackling and coleslaw, and we are regularly asked to cater big birthdays and anniversaries and wakes and memorial gatherings.
Somewhere like North Boarhunt, a yard or firm field frequently works. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. Plates come as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Planning for dietary needs
Some guests won’t eat pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Put the menu on the invitation
- Ask about allergies when you send invitations
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information
- If anyone needs halal food, plan a separate option
Everything for serving comes with us, so all you need is the space.
We also hire out the roaster for DIY hog roasts.
A hog roast compared with other options
A hog roast has one downside: it is pork. That’s why we offer lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option. The main driver is numbers: the price per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
What you get with us
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Timed around your day
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Read our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
What a hog roast costs
We work out each quote from:
- Site access
- How many people are eating
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- The journey to the venue
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so each one is itemised. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
What to tell us
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
- What the outdoor space is like
- Anything the venue has asked for
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: fill in our quote form.
Places near North Boarhunt
What else we do in North Boarhunt
Space, access and the venue
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Space away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Vehicle access close to the cooking area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the roaster
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
- Coleslaw
- Apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Common questions in North Boarhunt
Is North Boarhunt close to London?
Roughly 62 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
We are gathering after a service at Church of the Holy Trinity: can you cater?
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 does hog roast hire work?
We handle the roasting, carving and serving. Just give us an outdoor spot to cook.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we will talk it through when we quote.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
We can add lamb or chicken, plus halloumi skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage. We don’t provide halal meat.
What happens in bad weather?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Do you travel across Hampshire?
Hampshire is part of our area. Ask for a quote.
Full catering or machine hire?
If you’re confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You cook and carve it yourself; we will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Catered or DIY? With catering, our chef roasts, carves and serves, and our staff clear up. With hire only, you do the cooking yourself.
About the food
Spit-roast lamb
Lamb roasted on the spit is a lovely alternative to pork, especially for guests who do not eat pork.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Stuffing and a dollop of apple sauce make the roll, just as they should.
Who books hog roast hire in North Boarhunt?
A hog roast is memorable. It’s food and a bit of theatre at the same time.
People around North Boarhunt book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Summer garden parties
- Club events and presentations
- Staff days and open days
- Community events
PTAs at schools such as Newtown Soberton Infant School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
Comparing caterers
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Travel and any London charges
- How many staff will carve and serve
Step by step
Serving is straightforward: the chef carves and the team serves, and sides go out at the same time. When everyone has eaten, we clear up and leave the spot tidy. Planning an evening hog roast in North Boarhunt? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; after dark, the serving area and the path to it need good lighting.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day we arrive hours before serving and start the roast under cover.
- Our chef carves to order and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Get a quote
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: use our quote form.
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- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards