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Party Hog Roast in Bilting
We bring a hog roast for your party across Bilting and Kent, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Leaving and retirement do’s
- Summer parties in the garden
- Engagement parties
Party hog roast in Bilting
Party hog roast near Bilting
A hog roast works for street parties as well, once the road closure or permission is in place. We are frequently asked to cater neighbourhood parties and christenings, with a vegan burger or sausage, apple sauce and hog roast rolls.
A country party near Bilting is perfect for a hog roast: roasted all afternoon and carved on the lawn. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Timings are planned around your party, working back from when you want to eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
Party venues around Bilting
Bilting is about 6 miles north-east of Ashford, in Kent. We’re happy to travel to Bilting for parties. We bring hog roasts to all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 8 miles away.
Parks such as Godmersham Park usually need permission from the council or landowner for any cooking, so check first. Guests arriving by train should know that Wye station, about 1.7 miles south, is the nearest station. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Bilting, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Parties anywhere in TN25 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and a serving time. Local streets include Canterbury Road and Bilting Lane; a party on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Other places close to Bilting we cover include Godmersham (1 mile north-east), Mountain Street (2 miles north), Molash (2 miles north-west), Chilham (3 miles north-east) and Shottenden (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (6 miles south-west), Canterbury (8 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-east), Whitstable (11 miles north) and Faversham (8 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.5 miles north) and William Harvey Hospital (4.8 miles south).
The process
Rain does not stop the roast, because we cook under cover. Your guests will still want somewhere dry to eat, such as a marquee, hall or barn. For an evening party in Bilting, think about light: it is light until about 9:15pm in June but only about 7:00pm in late September. Lights by the food keep the party going.
- Start with the date, the address and roughly how many.
- We check the garden or drive and quote.
- We arrive early and get the roast going.
- We carve and serve at food time.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Getting a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
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What we serve, dish by dish
Roast pork
Our chef carves the pork as it’s needed, which keeps it hot and moist right to the last roll.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes turn rolls into a full meal.
DIY versus a catered hog roast
You could roast a hog yourself, but it’s a long day’s work, from early set-up to carving at the end. With us catering, you get to be a host, not a cook.
Buying in a cold buffet is another option, but hot, freshly carved roast pork is a different experience, especially outdoors.
FAQs for Bilting
Could you cook in Godmersham Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first.
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Lawrence: can you cater?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with room to cook outside. Churches rarely have space for a hog roast, so the food is typically elsewhere. Send us the address.
What if it rains?
Rain does not stop the cooking. Somewhere covered for people to eat helps.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
We work back from when you want to eat, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
What should we sort out beforehand?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We bring everything else.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. Serving indoors is generally fine if the venue is happy.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
How far ahead should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we’ll check.
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat
- A side gate or passage wide enough to wheel the equipment
- Somewhere for us to park nearby
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Jacket potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Crackling
Why choose a hog roast in Bilting?
Instead of booking a restaurant, you keep the party at home, with room for everyone. A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Why book our hog roast in Bilting
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Timed around your day
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Fresh carving at the serving station
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
Nearby places to Bilting
Also in Bilting
Organising for someone else?
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We’ll keep you both updated.
Why choose party hog roast in Bilting?
It suits all ages, from grandparents to toddlers.
Whatever the occasion in Bilting, a slow roast goes a long way. Bookings often include:
- Street parties
- Wedding anniversaries
- Leaving and retirement do’s
- Garden parties
A christening at Church of St Lawrence followed by a hog roast at home is a simple, popular plan.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Whether travel is included
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- What crockery is supplied
Allergies and dietary needs
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Check the allergen list, as stuffing typically contains gluten
- Think about children’s portions
- Give us numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
We get there early to start the roast, so it is cooking when guests arrive.
Rotisserie chicken is popular at family parties.
- 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
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away