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Party Hog Roast for Bearsted
Planning a hog roast for your party in Bearsted? The roaster comes to your venue, home or workplace and cooks under cover and carve when you are ready to eat.
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Big birthday parties
- Engagement celebrations
A hog roast near Bearsted
For event organisers in Bearsted
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Marquee suppliers usually set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Party hog roast in Bearsted, carved to order
For a christening or naming day in Bearsted, a hog roast in the garden feeds the whole family, and nobody misses the celebration. We are frequently asked to cater christenings and naming days and garden parties, serving rotisserie chicken, a vegan burger or sausage and hog roast rolls.
Parties around Bearsted are often relaxed garden affairs. It suits that kind of party. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
Bearsted parties: what to know
Bearsted is about 2 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Hosts in Bearsted book us for parties of all sizes. We bring hog roasts to all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 22 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Holy Cross Church, a hog roast in the garden is an easy way to feed family and friends. Nearby historic houses include Stoneacre (1.3 miles south) and Leeds Castle (2.9 miles south-east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict rules on caterers, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Bearsted is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Parties anywhere in ME14 and ME15 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and a serving time. We can cater a party on streets such as The Street, Tower Lane and Roseacre Lane, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Close by, we cover parties in Weavering (1 mile west), Grove Green (1 mile north-west), Caring (1 mile south-east), Thurnham (1 mile north-east) and Willington (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Sittingbourne (9 miles north-east), Gravesend (14 miles north-west), Tonbridge (14 miles west), Faversham (14 miles east), Northfleet (15 miles north-west) and Minster (14 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include KIMS hospital (1.2 miles north-west) and The Mall Maidstone (2 miles west). Open spaces near Bearsted include Detling Hill.
- Schools near Bearsted include Valley Park School (1.6 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find The Kentish Yeoman pub (under half a mile south)
DIY versus a catered hog roast
A barbecue is the other obvious choice, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
You could roast a hog yourself, but it’s 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.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Ask about allergies on the invitation
- Request gluten-free rolls
We set up in the agreed spot, leaving the garden to you and your guests.
Rotisserie chicken is popular at family parties.
Where the roaster can go in Bearsted
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Before booking, check:
- Space for our vehicle near the drive
- A level patio, lawn or driveway
- A wet-weather plan for guests
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the roaster
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Coleslaw
Towns and villages near Bearsted
Also in Bearsted
What a hog roast costs
We work out each quote from:
- Time on site
- Distance from us
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- How easy it is to reach the spot
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What to tell us
When you enquire, it helps to include:
- Your menu choices
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
What we serve, dish by dish
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls make a hog roast easy to eat anywhere. We can bring gluten-free rolls if you ask.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, a hot, filling option of their own.
Bearsted questions
Do you cater at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is Bearsted close to London?
Roughly 33 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What comes with the hog roast?
Rolls with roast pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Extras include lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers, a vegan option, salads and potatoes.
Can you cater in Bearsted?
We do. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
Can you do a hog roast in our back garden?
Most gardens can work, given access for the equipment. Send us a photo.
What about guests who don’t eat pork?
We can add lamb or chicken, plus halloumi skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage. We do not provide halal meat.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
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.
Events we cater in Bearsted
The roast becomes part of the entertainment.
We are regularly asked to cater all sorts of events around Bearsted, such as:
- Engagement celebrations
- Ruby, golden and diamond anniversaries
- 18th, 21st, 40th, 50th and 60th birthdays
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
For guests coming by train, there’s a station right in Bearsted: Bearsted station.
What your quote should include
- Staffing on the day
- A clear list of what’s included
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
What happens on the day
The secret is time: the meat cooks gently until it’s tender while the skin crisps into crackling. It rests for a short while before carving. A summer party in Bearsted stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- Tell us about your party: date, address and numbers.
- We check the space and send a price.
- We set up hours ahead.
- We carve and serve at food time.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
Related guides
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away