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Party Hog Roast for Bicknor
Treat your guests to a proper hog roast at your party in Bicknor. We roast on site, carve to order and serve it hot.
- Street parties
- Anniversary parties
- Christenings and naming days
A hog roast near Bicknor
A closer look at the menu
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls or plates? Rolls are quicker; plates suit a sit-down meal, and gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, so halloumi and vegetable skewers make sure they’re not left with just salad.
Party hog roast in Bicknor, carved to order
For a christening or naming day in Bicknor, a hog roast at home means everyone eats together, and nobody misses the celebration. Whether it’s wedding anniversaries and getting-engaged parties, we can cook a vegan burger or sausage, crackling and coleslaw and more.
Near Bicknor, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we will plan the route. The carving happens right in front of your guests, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling.
A hog roast or other catering?
DIY or catered? DIY hire works for relaxed get-togethers; catering suits bigger or more important parties. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book with us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we will tell you what we can send.
Perfect for your party in Bicknor
One roast feeds everyone together, instead of food in dribs and drabs.
Hosts in Bicknor book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Retirement parties
- Big family get-togethers
- Neighbourhood parties
- Milestone birthdays
For party guests on the train, the closest railway station is Hollingbourne station, roughly 2.8 miles south-west of the centre.
What your quote should include
- Travel and any London charges
- Whether VAT is included
- The space, cover and access they need
- Staffing on the day
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Prices and what affects them
Each price is built from:
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Season and day of the week
- Whether you want china
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Details that help
To get the best quote, send us:
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- An estimate of numbers
- Where the event is
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Step by step
Rain doesn’t stop the roast, because we cook under cover. It is worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. Evening parties in Bicknor need a little planning: it is light until about 9:15pm in June but only about 7:00pm in late September. A string of lights over the serving table works wonders.
- It starts with the date, the address and a rough guest list.
- We check the space and send a clear quote.
- On the day we arrive hours ahead and start the roast under cover.
- We carve and serve at the agreed time.
- We clear up and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
Ask for a quote
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or ME9 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Related guides
Party venues around Bicknor
Bicknor is about 4 miles south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Hosts in Bicknor book us for parties of all sizes. We cater 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Bicknor to Canterbury (18 miles away).
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St James, with a hog roast at home or in a hall afterwards. Among the historic houses close to Bicknor are Leeds Castle (3.7 miles south-west) and Stoneacre (5 miles south-west). For most parties, a garden or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict catering rules. Bicknor is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For parties in ME9, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and roughly how many guests. For parties just outside Bicknor, we cover Hucking (1 mile west), Wormshill (1 mile south-east), Broad Street (2 miles south-west), Hollingbourne (2 miles south-west) and Eyhorne Street (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (6 miles west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north-east), Faversham (9 miles east), Minster (10 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Leeds Castle (3.7 miles south-west) and KIMS hospital (4.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Detling Hill.
Space, access and the venue
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Things to check:
- A heads-up for next door
- Access for the roaster through a gate or passage
- Parking close to the house
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Jacket potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
Looking after everyone
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Give us numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
Have a word with the neighbours first: the roast cooks for hours, and they may ask for a roll.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Your questions about a hog roast for your party in Bicknor
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Which station is closest to Bicknor?
Hollingbourne station, about 2.8 miles south-west of the centre.
How much will it be?
Each event is priced on its own, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Tell us about your party for a quote.
Is clearing up included?
We tidy the serving area.
What space does the roaster need?
A level, open area outdoors with room for the roaster, a gazebo and a carving table, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We will confirm the space with your quote.
How long does the roast need?
Hours rather than minutes. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
Do you do DIY hire for parties?
Yes, DIY machine hire is available. We will talk you through it when we quote.
Do you serve the food?
You do not need anyone else: we carve, serve and tidy up.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- 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