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Hog Roast Hire for Sheldwich
Plenty of choice: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, with salads and potatoes on the side. Hog roast hire in Sheldwich.
- Wakes
- Parties at home
- Sports clubs and societies
Hog roast hire in Sheldwich
Bringing a hog roast to Sheldwich
Sheldwich is about 3 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. Sheldwich and the surrounding area are covered for events. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Sheldwich to Canterbury (about 9 miles away).
For a christening or gathering after a service at a church such as Church of St James, the roaster can be set up at a hall or home nearby. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Selling station, about 2.6 miles east. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Sheldwich. Ask your venue about gas cooking and access.
Wherever your event is in ME13, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater an event on streets such as Ashford Road and Lees Court Road or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Sheldwich Lees (1 mile south-east), North Street (1 mile north), Badlesmere (1 mile south), Throwley (1 mile south-west) and Throwley Forstal (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (9 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east) and Faversham (3 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Newnham Castle (3.6 miles west).
- Nearby schools include The Abbey School (2.3 miles north)
Hog roast hire in Sheldwich, carved to order
Slow-roasted pork carved to order: that’s hog roast hire in Sheldwich. Rolls, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling come as standard, and you can add sides and other meats. Whether it is Fêtes, fairs and shows and wakes and memorial gatherings, we’ll put together a menu of hog roast rolls, rotisserie chicken and coleslaw for your guests.
Somewhere as small as Sheldwich, a field, yard or garden is frequently the spot. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives, and level, firm ground is the key. Everything we need to roast, carve and serve comes with us, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
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Catered or do it yourself?
Full catering or machine hire? Catered means we do everything: roasting, carving, serving and clearing. With DIY hire, you do the work and save on staffing.
DIY hire works best when someone in the family loves cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
About the food
Roast pork
Everything starts with the slow-roasted pork: carved thick or thin, as people like it, and served hot.
Rotisserie chicken
For guests who don’t eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and children normally like it too.
What the cooking area needs
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. We look for:
- Parking near the spot
- A sheltered place for people to eat if it rains
- Nothing overhead that could catch the heat
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Spit-roast lamb
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- New potatoes
- Apple sauce
- Crackling
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Stuffing
- Hog roast rolls
Perfect for your event in Sheldwich
It is generous, hearty food that most people love, and lamb, chicken and vegetarian options look after the rest.
Whatever the occasion in Sheldwich, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. Bookings frequently include:
- Work summer parties
- Sports clubs and societies
- Weddings and receptions
- Christmas parties
For a fundraiser at a school like Sheldwich Primary School, the roaster can cook on a pitch agreed with the school.
Questions to ask before you book
- Any travel or access charges
- A clear list of what’s included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
Diets, allergies and alternatives
A hog roast is pork, so plan for anyone who does not eat it. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Label the vegetarian and vegan food clearly
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Give us numbers for vegetarians and vegans so we bring enough halloumi skewers and vegan burgers or sausages
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We arrive hours ahead, set up, roast, carve and serve, then clear up.
China crockery is available on request, at an extra cost.
What affects the price in Sheldwich
Your quote depends on:
- Travel to Sheldwich
- The date and time of year
- Menu choices and extras
- Access to the cooking area
For larger numbers, a hog roast is generally good value, because one whole roast feeds plenty of people. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
What we need to know
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- Your menu choices
- Rough numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
Is a hog roast right for your event?
A hog roast has one downside: it is pork. That is why we offer lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option for anyone who doesn’t eat it. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why book our hog roast in Sheldwich
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Timed around your day
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
See our pricing and the cost guide.
Common questions in Sheldwich
Is Sheldwich close to London?
Roughly 45 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St James: can you cater?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Can you cater in Sheldwich?
Yes, Sheldwich is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will confirm availability.
What is hog roast hire?
We roast on site, carve to order and serve, in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
What do you need from us on the day?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We will bring the rest.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Each event is priced on its own, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Tell us about your event for a quote.
Can you roast in the rain?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Will there be enough to go round?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so tell us your best estimate. We’ll confirm the menu in the quote.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we set up the roaster on the agreed spot, put the cover up and start the roast. It then roasts slowly for several hours, worked back from your serving time. Planning an evening hog roast in Sheldwich? Sunset is around 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September; once it is dark, we need light at the carving station.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We look at the cooking area and send a price.
- We arrive early, set up under cover and start roasting.
- Our chef carves and our staff serve.
- We pack away and leave you to it.
Before we arrive
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Let us know about tight access
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or ME13 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We will confirm availability and send a price. Send us your details through our quote form.
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- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away