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Hog Roast Hire in South Stoke
We bring a hog roast across South Stoke and Oxfordshire, roasting on site and carving to order, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Wakes
- Christmas parties
- Fêtes, fairs and shows
Slow-roasted pork in South Stoke
Hog roast hire in South Stoke, slow-roasted on site
In South Stoke, a hog roast is an easy way to feed a lot of people: a single slow roast, carved to order. We bring the roaster, the cover and the serving kit, and we serve and tidy up afterwards. Popular choices include new potatoes, crackling and rotisserie chicken, and typical bookings are for village fêtes and school fairs and corporate events.
Somewhere as small as South Stoke, a field, yard or garden is often the spot. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm, level ground matters most. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
- Where
- South Stoke (RG8)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- From the roaster
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Alongside
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Hog roast hire around South Stoke
South Stoke is about 6 miles south-east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Our roaster is a regular sight at events around South Stoke, from gardens to fields. We bring hog roasts to 443 places across Oxfordshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 10 miles away.
Coming by train? The closest railway station is Cholsey station, roughly 1.8 miles north-west of the centre. PTAs at schools such as South Stoke Primary School often look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. South Stoke is within about 5 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles on site. Ask your venue about gas cooking and access.
Events anywhere in RG8 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and roughly how many guests. That could mean an event in a garden on The Street, Ferry Road and Cross Keys Road, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Other places close to South Stoke we cover include Moulsford (1 mile west), Goring (2 miles south), North Stoke (2 miles north-east), Cholsey (2 miles north) and Streatley (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (15 miles north), Didcot (6 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles north-west), Thame (15 miles north-east), Wantage (13 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (10 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Wallingford Castle (3.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Churn Hill and Withymead Nature Reserve.
- Schools near South Stoke include Cranford House School (0.8 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Perch and Pike pub (under half a mile south-west)
Events we cater in South Stoke
A roll needs no knife and fork, which makes a hog roast ideal for relaxed events, while plates and sides suit a sit-down meal.
People around South Stoke book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Weddings, day or evening
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Milestone birthdays
- Community events
Historic houses near South Stoke include Basildon Park (3.5 miles south) and Brightwell Manor (4.6 miles north). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and gas cooking early.
Comparing caterers
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- Travel and any London charges
- What the price includes, item by item
Catered or do it yourself?
Roasting a whole hog yourself is possible, but it takes hours of attention, from early set-up to carving at the end. A catered hog roast means you can enjoy the day.
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.
Also in South Stoke
Is a hog roast right for your event?
Compared with a cold buffet, a hog roast is hot, freshly carved and feels like an occasion. Buffets can sit out for hours. The main driver is numbers: bigger groups generally cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
Why South Stoke hosts choose us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Served at the time you choose
The process
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event in South Stoke. Planning an evening hog roast in South Stoke? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; once it’s dark, we need light at the carving station.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the space and quote.
- We arrive early, set up under cover and start roasting.
- The chef carves and the team fills rolls or plates.
- We pack away and leave you to it.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
How to get a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
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Before you choose a spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Ideally:
- A level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- A sheltered place for people to eat if it rains
- A safe distance from walls, tents and trees
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the roaster
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Crackling
- Apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Stuffing
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Planning for dietary needs
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Label the vegetarian and vegan food clearly
- Count anyone who does not eat pork, and order an alternative for them
- Request gluten-free rolls for coeliac guests
- Give us numbers for vegetarians and vegans for the halloumi skewers and vegan option
We’ll agree a contact for the day, who can show us the cooking spot and pass on any changes.
Sides turn a roll into a proper meal.
South Stoke: your questions answered
How far is South Stoke from London?
Roughly 45 miles from the centre of London.
Which station is closest to South Stoke?
The closest is Cholsey station, roughly 1.8 miles away.
Can we have lamb or chicken?
It is built around the hog, but lamb and chicken can be added.
What should we sort out beforehand?
Only the space and a contact number. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
What’s the price?
Numbers, menu and travel decide the price. Tell us your date and we’ll send a price.
Who serves?
Our chef carves and our staff serve, then clear the serving area afterwards.
Will there be enough to go round?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we will check.
Working with your venue
Marquee hire companies often have rules about cooking near their tents, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep you both updated.
What comes off the roaster
Roast pork
Slow-roasted pork is the heart of the menu: carved in front of you, a mix of shoulder and leg, and served hot.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away