Hampshire · England
Hog Roast Hire for Ower
Give your guests a proper hog roast at your event in Ower. The roast cooks for hours on site, then our chef carves it hot for everyone.
- Fêtes, fairs and shows
- Parties at home
- Festive gatherings
A hog roast near Ower
About our hog roast hire in Ower
Slow-roasted pork carved to order: that is what you get when you book a hog roast in Ower. The classic roll comes with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling, with sides and extras to choose from. Typical bookings include weddings and receptions and birthdays and anniversaries, with spit-roast lamb, salads and hog roast rolls.
In a small place like Ower, a hog roast frequently goes in a field, a farmyard or a big garden. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives, and firm, level ground matters most. Timings are planned around your event, because the roast has to start hours before you eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
How it works
We take care of everything from the first hour of roasting to clearing away, so you can get on with your event. Light matters for a long roast: in Ower, sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 4:00pm.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- We roast slowly on site, then carve for your guests.
- We serve, tidy up and leave the spot clean.
Preparing for the day
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
How to get a price
To get a quote, just send us your date, venue and numbers. A photo of the cooking area helps. Fill in our quote form.
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About the food
Crackling
Crackling is what people queue for: golden, crunchy and salty, straight off the hog.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, a hot, filling option of their own.
What affects the price in Ower
Your quote depends on:
- Crockery choices
- Menu choices and extras
- The journey to the venue
- Numbers
Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. Slow roasting means we’re on site for much of the day, which is built into the price.
Getting an accurate quote
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Where the event is
- Rough numbers
- The date and time of the event
If you are comparing hog roast caterers for Ower, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
For event organisers in Ower
Marquee suppliers typically set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Event organisers frequently ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Tell us what you need and we will confirm what we can provide.
Occasions we serve in Ower
People remember a hog roast. It’s food and a bit of theatre at the same time.
Hosts in Ower book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Summer garden parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Clubhouse events
- Christmas fairs
Historic houses near Ower include Landford Manor (4.6 miles north-west). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
Questions to ask before booking
- The full menu and the sides
- Any travel or access charges
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Whether VAT is included
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with a cold buffet, hot roast pork carved in front of you is a different experience. A buffet can sit out all afternoon. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why Ower hosts choose us
- Our staff serve and clear
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Ower: venues, access and local tips
Ower is about 2 miles north-west of Totton, in Hampshire. Our roaster is a regular sight at events around Ower, from gardens to fields. Ower is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Ower to Southampton (7 miles away).
For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is Totton station, about 3 miles south-east. Ower is within about 6 miles of the New Forest National Park. Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO51, so your event can be anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Romsey Road and Salisbury Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. We also bring hog roasts to events in Wigley (1 mile north), Hillstreet (1 mile east), Copythorne (1 mile south-west), Winsor (1 mile south-west) and Newbridge (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (12 miles north-east), Eastleigh (8 miles east), Chandler's Ford (7 miles north-east), Hedge End (10 miles east), Lymington (13 miles south) and Romsey (4 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.1 miles south) and Eling Experience (2.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Ower include Copythorne Common.
- Other local spots include Romsey Extra (2.7 miles north-east)
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans so we bring enough halloumi skewers and vegan burgers or sausages
- Request gluten-free rolls for coeliac guests
- Put the menu on the invitation
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
We bring the cover, the carving table and the serving kit, so all you need is the space.
China crockery is available on request, at an extra cost.
Ower: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Ower?
The closest is Totton station, roughly 3 miles away.
Is Ower too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is mains power needed?
Cooking is gas-fired, so no mains power is needed for the roast. Power can help with lighting after dark.
Is there a non-pork option?
There are lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options: spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan burger or sausage. Please note we do not offer halal meat.
Will there be enough to go round?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so tell us your best estimate. We’ll confirm the menu in the quote.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on numbers, menu, service time and distance. Ask us for a quote.
Can you roast in the rain?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
Do you cook it or do we?
Either: we can cater fully or hire out the machine. Catering is the most popular choice.
Should I cook it myself?
Buying in a cold buffet is another option, but nothing beats hot pork and crackling carved in front of you.
Timing is the tricky part of roasting your own: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If you’d rather not worry about it, let us cook.
Nearby places to Ower
Other occasions in Ower
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away