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Hog Roast Hire for Rudgwick
Hog roast hire in Rudgwick: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, carved to order and served in soft rolls with crackling.
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Clubhouse events
Planning an event in Rudgwick?
A closer look at the menu
Spit-roast lamb
With lamb as well, there are two roasts to choose from, which suits bigger events.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Crunchy coleslaw suits roast pork, and salads and new potatoes work well on a plate.
Hog roast hire in Rudgwick, slow-roasted on site
Slow-roasted pork carved to order: that is what you get when you book a hog roast in Rudgwick. Rolls, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling come as standard, with sides and extras to choose from. We’re often asked to cater christmas fairs and garden parties and barbecues, with halloumi skewers, crackling and spit-roast lamb.
For a rural spot like Rudgwick, a hog roast feels right at home. Let us know about access and ground conditions. The carving happens right in front of your guests, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling.
- Location
- Rudgwick (RH12)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the roaster
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Alongside
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
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What else we do in Rudgwick
Working with your venue
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Who books hog roast hire in Rudgwick?
A roll needs no knife and fork, which makes a hog roast ideal for relaxed events, and plates turn it into a proper meal.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Rudgwick:
- Christmas parties
- Parties at home
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Clubhouse events
PTAs at schools such as Rudgwick Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for every dish
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- Staffing on the day
What happens on the day
We cook on a gas-fired roaster, so cooking doesn’t depend on mains power, though a socket nearby is handy for lighting. Late September evenings in Rudgwick lose the light at about 7:05pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:55pm. After dark, a lit path to the food makes a difference.
- We start with a few details 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.
- Our staff serve and clear, then we pack away.
How to prepare
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Name a contact for the day
How to get a price
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
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Should I cook it myself?
Timing is the tricky part of roasting your own: a whole hog takes hours, and it needs to be cooked through safely. If you’d rather not worry about it, let us cook.
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
Prices and what affects them
There is no fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- The journey to the venue
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Time on site
- The date and time of year
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Details that help
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- An estimate of numbers
- A picture of the cooking area
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Anything the venue has asked for
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
Is a hog roast right for your event?
Catered or DIY? Catering means we do everything; DIY hire means you roast and carve yourself. Most hosts choose catering for anything bigger than a family party. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why us?
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- A clear quote with everything listed
Read how we price or what a hog roast costs.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Tips:
- Remember that stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information
- Ask about allergies when you send invitations
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Ask us to keep the vegetarian food separate and labelled
Name someone to meet us, ideally not the host, so you can enjoy yourself.
Ask for gluten-free rolls for anyone who needs them.
Planning a hog roast in Rudgwick
Rudgwick is about 6 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We cater events across Rudgwick and nearby, from gardens to fields. We cater all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 12 miles away.
If you’re gathering after a service at a church like Holy Trinity Church, a nearby hall or garden suits a hog roast. Coming by train? Christs Hospital station is about 4.6 miles away. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Rudgwick, and some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers.
For events in RH12, we just need to know where the roaster can cook. We can cater an event on streets such as Station Road, Thurne Way and Jubilee Road, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. If your venue is just outside Rudgwick, we also cover Bucks Green (1 mile south-west), Tisman's Common (1 mile west), The Haven (2 miles south), Slinfold (2 miles south-east) and Five Oaks (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Crawley (11 miles east), Horsham (6 miles east), Broadfield (10 miles east), Storrington (12 miles south), Billingshurst (5 miles south) and Bewbush (10 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Horsham Hospital (5.6 miles east).
- Local schools include Pennthorpe School (under half a mile south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Queen's Head Public House (0.5 miles south-west)
Common questions in Rudgwick
How far is Rudgwick from London?
Roughly 32 miles from the centre of London.
Do you cater at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How do we prepare?
Only the space and a contact number. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from the numbers you give us, and we will confirm everything in writing.
Can you work around our timings?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. We can often serve indoors if the venue agrees.
Do we need a big space?
Often, yes, if there is a level, open spot away from the house and trees, and a way to wheel the equipment through. Send us a photo.
What space does the roaster need?
A level, open area outdoors with room for the roaster, a gazebo and a carving table, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We will confirm the space with your quote.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and 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
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards