Hampshire · England
Hog Roast Hire for Rowlands Castle
Hog roast hire in Rowlands Castle: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Wakes
- Weddings and receptions
- Village fêtes and school fairs
Planning an event in Rowlands Castle?
How it works
Serving is straightforward: the chef carves and the team serves, with the sides served alongside. Afterwards we clear the serving area and pack away. In Rowlands Castle, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so a summer evening hog roast is normally carved in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, 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.
- Timings and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- On the day we roast for hours, then carve to order.
- We serve, tidy up and leave the spot clean.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Give us a contact number for the day
Get a quote
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the event is and roughly how many. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Use our quote form.
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About our hog roast hire in Rowlands Castle
There’s nothing quite like the smell of a hog roast drifting across a garden or field. We cook at your venue in Rowlands Castle, low and slow, then serve it in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Whether it’s parties at home and christmas parties, we can cook spit-roast lamb, salads and crackling for your guests.
For a place the size of Rowlands Castle, your own garden is often the best venue: plenty of room, no hire fees and nobody stuck in the kitchen. Tell us about access down the drive or side of the house. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish before booking.
How we price a hog roast
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Crockery choices
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
What we need to know
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- Roughly how many people
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The venue or postcode
- Your menu choices
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
FAQs for Rowlands Castle
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Can you cater after a service at The Church on the Green?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with room to cook outside. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Will there be enough to go round?
We size the roast to your numbers, so a good estimate matters. We’ll confirm the menu in the quote.
Is there a non-pork option?
We can add lamb or chicken, plus halloumi skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage. We don’t provide halal meat.
Is crackling included?
Crackling is part of every roll for anyone who wants it.
What space does the roaster need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We’ll confirm the space with your quote.
Can you do gluten-free?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Stuffing generally contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Every booking is quoted individually, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Ask us for a quote.
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with a plated meal, a hog roast needs no kitchen and fewer staff, which often makes it better value. The main driver is numbers: the price per head normally falls as numbers rise, since much of the cost is fixed.
Why book with us
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Planning the cooking spot
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, so a few things are worth checking:
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- Nothing overhead that could catch the heat
- Access for our equipment, without steps
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- Stuffing
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Spit-roast lamb
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
Occasions we serve in Rowlands Castle
Most people love roast pork and crackling, and there are alternatives for everyone else.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Rowlands Castle:
- Garden parties and barbecues
- Club events and presentations
- Weddings and receptions
- Work summer parties
For anyone arriving by rail, Rowlands Castle has its own station, Rowlands Castle station.
What to look for in a quote
- The space, cover and access they need
- What crockery is supplied
- If the price includes VAT
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
Nearby places to Rowlands Castle
More for events in Rowlands Castle
Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. With a hog roast, one roast feeds everyone at once.
The hardest part of a DIY hog roast is timing: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If that sounds stressful, choose the catered option.
A closer look at the menu
Spit-roast lamb
Spit-roast lamb cooks slowly like the hog, carved to order at the serving station.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there is a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so nobody misses out.
Bringing a hog roast to Rowlands Castle
Rowlands Castle is about 2 miles north-east of Havant, in Hampshire. We cover Rowlands Castle and its neighbours for events. Rowlands Castle is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Rowlands Castle to Southampton (19 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Rowlands Castle are Warblington Castle (3 miles south). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. If you’re gathering after a service at a church like The Church on the Green, a nearby hall or garden suits a hog roast. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Rowlands Castle. Ask your venue about gas cooking and access.
Wherever your event is in PO9, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Stansted Close, College Close and Redhill Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. For events just outside Rowlands Castle, we cover Durrants (1 mile south), Leigh Park (2 miles south-west), Havant (2 miles south-west), Denvilles (2 miles south) and Westbourne (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (10 miles south-west), Fareham (10 miles west), Hedge End (15 miles west), Waterlooville (3 miles west), Petersfield (8 miles north) and Purbrook (3 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Havant War Memorial Hospital (2.6 miles south-west) and Havant Museum (2.7 miles south). The countryside around Rowlands Castle includes Compton Down and Brook Meadow (Emsworth).
- Nearby, you will find Robin Hood Inn (under half a mile north-east)
Allergies and dietary needs
Some guests won’t eat pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Request gluten-free rolls for coeliac guests
- Tell guests what’s on the menu in advance
- Ask about allergies when you send invitations
- Find out who does not eat pork, and order an alternative for them
Name someone to meet us, who can show us the cooking spot and pass on any changes.
Add lamb or chicken for a second roast, priced in the quote.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away