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Birthday Hog Roast Hire in Coldharbour, Surrey
Party hog roast in Coldharbour: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Ruby, golden and diamond anniversaries
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Big birthday parties
Party hog roast for Coldharbour
Party hog roast in Coldharbour, slow-roasted on site
A party hog roast turns a garden party into an occasion. We roast on site in Coldharbour, then carve at the time you choose, so you can enjoy your own party. For summer parties in the garden and reunions, we will put together a menu of rotisserie chicken, jacket potatoes and apple sauce and more.
Country parties near Coldharbour suit a hog roast: roasted all afternoon and carved on the lawn. Plan shelter in case it rains. Our chef carves in front of your guests, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling, and nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
Why choose a hog roast in Coldharbour?
Compared with a buffet, hot carved pork feels more special, and nothing sits out all afternoon. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why us?
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Our staff serve and clear
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
Take a look at how we price and our hog roast cost guide.
Should I cook it myself?
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.
We also hire out the hog roast machine for confident cooks. You cook and carve it yourself; we will confirm what comes with it when you ask.
Parties in Coldharbour: homes, halls and local tips
Coldharbour is about 4 miles south of Dorking, in Surrey. We cater parties of every size in Coldharbour. We bring hog roasts to all 395 towns and villages in Surrey. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 10 miles away.
A christening at Christ Church followed by a hog roast at home is a simple, popular plan. Thinking of a hog roast in Wotton and Abinger Commons? Cooking in a park needs the owner’s permission, generally the council’s, and many parks don’t allow it. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about a mile of Coldharbour, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
For parties in RH5, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and roughly how many guests. We also bring hog roasts to parties in Abinger Bottom (2 miles north-west), South Holmwood (2 miles north-east), Holmwood Corner (2 miles east), Friday Street (2 miles north-west) and Beare Green (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (10 miles north-west), Woking (13 miles north-west), Epsom (11 miles north), Horley (8 miles east), Redhill (9 miles north-east) and Ewell (13 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Mesolithic Museum (2.6 miles north-west) and Abinger Castle (2.6 miles north-west). Open spaces near Coldharbour include Vann Lake and Leith Hill.
- Local pubs include Plough Inn (under half a mile north-east)
The menu, dish by dish
Crackling
Long, slow roasting turns the skin into crackling, and there is a piece for everyone who wants it.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Coleslaw is the natural partner for a pork roll, and salads and new potatoes work well on a plate.
Step by step
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we’ve agreed, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. For an evening party in Coldharbour, think about light: daylight lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late September it’s around 7:05pm. A string of lights over the serving table works wonders.
- Tell us about your party: date, address and numbers.
- We check the garden or drive and quote.
- We arrive early and get the roast going.
- At food time, the chef carves and we serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
How to prepare
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Let us know about tight access
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
Ask for a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or RH5 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Your questions about a hog roast for your party in Coldharbour
Do you come out to small places like Coldharbour?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
What do you need from us on the day?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We’ll bring the rest.
Can we just hire the roaster?
We do, if you are happy to roast and carve yourself. We will explain the details with your quote.
Is there a non-pork option?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. We do not provide halal meat.
Where does the hog roast go?
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 check it with you before booking.
How big a hog will we need?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
Yes, we clear up after service.
Where the roaster can go in Coldharbour
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- A side gate or passage wide enough to wheel the equipment
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the roaster
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Jacket potatoes
- Crackling
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and tell us what they ask for.
What affects the price in Coldharbour
Each price is built from:
- Time on site
- Numbers
- Access to the cooking area
- Distance from us
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so we list each one in the quote. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Details that help
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- Any venue rules
- Where the event is
- A photo of the cooking area
- Roughly how many people
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Coldharbour
It feeds a crowd at once, so nobody is waiting for the next batch.
We are regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Coldharbour, such as:
- Engagement celebrations
- Christenings and naming days
- Street parties
- Leaving and retirement do’s
For party guests on the train, the nearest station is Holmwood station, about 1.6 miles east.
Questions to ask before you book
- The full menu and the sides
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Any travel or access charges
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
Nearby places to Coldharbour
Other occasions in Coldharbour
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away