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Birthday Hog Roast Hire in Ashley, Kent
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast for your party turns the food into a centrepiece of your party in Ashley.
- Engagement parties
- Wedding anniversaries
- Naming ceremonies
Party hog roast for Ashley
Is a hog roast right for your party?
Hire the machine or book catering? DIY suits confident cooks and relaxed parties; catering suits bigger parties. The main driver is numbers: the price per head usually falls as numbers rise, since much of the cost is fixed.
What you get with us
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Carved to order by a chef
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
Party hog roast in Ashley, carved to order
After a christening near Ashley, a hog roast at home means everyone eats together, without anyone stuck cooking. On the menu are jacket potatoes, a vegan burger or sausage and coleslaw, and we are often booked for naming ceremonies and back-garden get-togethers.
Country parties near Ashley suit a hog roast: slow-roasted and eaten outside. Plan shelter in case it rains. Plates come as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
How the day works
We get there well ahead of service, because a whole hog takes hours to roast. The smell normally brings people over long before we carve. By late September, sunset in Ashley is about 7:00pm; by December it is about 3:50pm. Plan lights for the path and the food.
- Tell us about your party: date, address and numbers.
- We check the space and send a price.
- We arrive early and get the roast going.
- At food time, the chef carves and we serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Planning the cooking spot
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. The ideal spot has:
- Somewhere for us to park nearby
- A wet-weather plan for guests
- Flat ground in the garden or on the drive
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Ashley
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- Crackling
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
Working with your venue
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep you both updated.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Also near Ashley
Also in Ashley
How we price a hog roast for your party
Each price is built from:
- The journey to the venue
- The number of people
- Crockery choices
- The serving time and how long we are on site
UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. Every event gets its own quote, so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
What to tell us
To check the date and the space, we’ll need:
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Allergies we should know about
- The venue or postcode
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
Ashley questions
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Is Ashley close to London?
Roughly 64 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How soon do you get booked up?
Popular dates go early. But it is always worth asking: send us your details through our quote form.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Is there a non-pork option?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. Halal meat isn’t something we offer.
Should we warn the neighbours?
It is worth warning them: roasting takes hours. Some hosts invite them over for a roll.
How much does a hog roast cost?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Send us the details and we will quote.
How long does the roast need?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We work back from your serving time.
Should I cook it myself?
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.
You could roast a hog yourself, but it is a long day’s work, from setting up and lighting the roaster to carving. With us catering, you get to be a host, not a cook.
Planning a party in Ashley
Ashley is about 4 miles north of Dover, in Kent. We cater parties at gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Ashley and the surrounding area. We bring hog roasts to all 922 towns and villages in Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 11 miles away.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as East Studdal Church Hall, with a hog roast at home or in a hall afterwards. For guests coming by train, Martin Mill station, about 2.4 miles south-east, is the nearest station. The coast is within about 5 miles, so breezy days are common, so we plan a sheltered spot.
We bring hog roasts to parties all over CT15 and the streets around it. Your party could be at a house on Chapel Lane, Northdowns Close and Waldershare Road or the roads around them, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the roaster. Other places close to Ashley we cover include Studdal (1 mile north-east), East Studdal (1 mile north-east), West Langdon (1 mile south-east), Sutton (2 miles east) and Church Whitfield (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (11 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north), Dover (4 miles south), Folkestone (10 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Walmer Castle (4.3 miles east) and Buckland Hospital (4.1 miles south).
Occasions we serve in Ashley
The roast becomes part of the entertainment.
Whatever the occasion in Ashley, a slow roast goes a long way. We are often asked to cater:
- Christenings and naming days
- Retirement celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
- Garden parties
Historic houses near Ashley include Walmer Castle (4.3 miles east) and Goodnestone Park (4.9 miles north-west). For most parties, a garden or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict catering rules.
What to look for in a quote
- Who carves and who serves
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
About the food
Crackling
Crackling takes hours to get right, and a whole hog roasted slowly gets it just right.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
We can serve in rolls or on plates, with gluten-free rolls on request.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards