Kent · England
Hog Roast Hire in Old Hawkinge
Treat your guests to slow-roasted pork and crackling at your event in Old Hawkinge. We roast on site, carve to order and serve it hot.
- Big birthdays and anniversaries
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Christmas parties
Slow-roasted pork in Old Hawkinge
Old Hawkinge: venues, access and local tips
Old Hawkinge is about 1 mile east of Hawkinge, in Kent. We cover Old Hawkinge and its neighbours for events. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Old Hawkinge to Canterbury (about 12 miles away).
Churches such as Church of St Michael rarely have room for a roaster, but a hall or home close by usually does. Nearby historic houses include Acrise Place (2.7 miles north-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and gas cooking early. Old Hawkinge is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Ask your venue about gas cooking and access. The coast is within about 3 miles of Old Hawkinge, and coastal sites can be windy. We plan a sheltered cooking spot on windy days.
We bring hog roasts to events all over CT18 and the streets around it. We can cater an event on streets such as Standen Lane and Church Hill or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. If your venue is just outside Old Hawkinge, we also cover Hawkinge (1 mile west), Densole (2 miles north-west), Swingfield Minnis (2 miles north), Arpinge (2 miles west) and Selsted (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (5 miles east), Deal (11 miles north-east), Hythe (5 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (5 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Folkestone Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and Royal Victoria Hospital (2.1 miles south). Open spaces near Old Hawkinge include Sugar Loaf Hill.
- Schools near Old Hawkinge include Turner Free School (2.3 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include White Horse pub (0.7 miles west)
Hog roast hire for your event in Old Hawkinge
We roast the hog at your event, not in a kitchen miles away, which means it’s carved hot, with crisp crackling. Add lamb, chicken or vegetarian options if you like. Whether it is village fêtes and school fairs and staff days and open days, we can cook halloumi skewers, hog roast rolls and salads and more.
In a rural place like Old Hawkinge, roast pork in a field is hard to beat. Let us know about access and ground conditions. Timings are planned around your event, working back from when you want to eat.
The process
A hog roast is always cooked outside, under a gazebo on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We agree exactly where before the day. In Old Hawkinge, the sun sets at about 9:15pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, so summer evening service is generally in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:50pm, so the cooking and serving area needs lighting.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and the cooking spot, then send a quote.
- We agree timings and where the roaster goes.
- We roast slowly on site, then carve for your guests.
- Our staff serve and clear, then we pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Gather dietary requirements early
Getting a price
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
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Full catering or machine hire?
If you are confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You do the roasting and carving; we’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Full catering or machine hire? With catering, our chef roasts, carves and serves, and our staff clear up. With hire only, you do the cooking yourself.
Why choose a hog roast in Old Hawkinge?
Full catering or machine hire? With catering we roast, carve and serve; with hire you do the cooking. For bigger events, catering is generally the easier choice. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
- Planned to your running order
Read our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
What the cooking area needs
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Nothing overhead that could catch the heat
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Stuffing
- Spit-roast lamb
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Apple sauce
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it is worth asking first. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so let them know about the roaster. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Why choose hog roast hire in Old Hawkinge?
You can taste the hours of roasting: the meat is tender and the crackling crisp, carved fresh for every roll.
However big or small the event in Old Hawkinge, a slow roast goes a long way. We’re frequently asked to cater:
- Big birthdays and anniversaries
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Parties at home
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Hawkinge Primary School, a hog roast is a crowd-pleaser.
Comparing caterers
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- If the price includes VAT
How we price a hog roast
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
- Crockery choices
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Details that help
When you enquire, please mention:
- Rough numbers
- A photo of the cooking area
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Dietary requirements
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or CT18 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Remember that stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information
- Request gluten-free rolls for coeliac guests
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans for the halloumi skewers and vegan option
Slow roasting needs attention, and that’s what we’re there for. You can relax and enjoy the day.
Ask for gluten-free rolls for anyone who needs them.
Common questions in Old Hawkinge
Can you roast near the sea around Old Hawkinge?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Is Old Hawkinge close to London?
Roughly 61 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, for confident cooks. Ask and we will talk you through it.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. We don’t offer halal meat.
Do you come to Old Hawkinge?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Old Hawkinge and Kent. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
Is all of Kent covered?
Kent is part of our area, including Old Hawkinge. Ask for a quote.
What meats can we have?
The hog is the centrepiece, with lamb and chicken as extras.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Numbers, menu and travel decide the price. Send us the details and we will quote.
Also in Old Hawkinge
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards