Medway · England
Party Hog Roast for Cooling
Party hog roast in Cooling: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Neighbourhood parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Christenings
A hog roast near Cooling
Party hog roast in Cooling, slow-roasted on site
Party food needs to be easy to eat, so hog roast rolls are ideal. Chicken and vegetarian options keep everyone happy. We’re frequently asked to cater engagement celebrations and christenings, with hog roast rolls, crackling and rotisserie chicken.
Country parties near Cooling suit a hog roast: roasted all afternoon and carved on the lawn. Plan shelter in case it rains. The hog is roasted on site at your party, low and slow, for hours.
Occasions we serve in Cooling
The smell and the carving make it part of the party.
Our roaster has been booked for all sorts of events around Cooling, such as:
- Summer parties in the garden
- 18th, 21st, 40th, 50th and 60th birthdays
- Anniversary parties
- Retirement celebrations
Within reach of Cooling are historic houses such as Restoration House (4.9 miles south) and Temple Manor (4.9 miles south). For most parties, a garden or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict catering rules.
What your quote should include
- The space, cover and access they need
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Whether travel is included
- Who carves and who serves
What a hog roast costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Crockery choices
- Season and day of the week
- Menu choices and extras
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Getting an accurate quote
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- Your menu choices
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies we should know about
- Rules from the venue or landowner
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
About the food
Stuffing and apple sauce
Apple sauce brings sweetness and sharpness are the traditional pairing. Note that stuffing usually contains gluten.
Rotisserie chicken
For guests who don’t eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and children typically like it too.
Catered or do it yourself?
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. With a hog roast, one roast feeds everyone at once.
Timing is the tricky part of roasting your own: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If that sounds stressful, choose the catered option.
Questions from Cooling
Is Cooling too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Is Cooling close to London?
Roughly 27 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
When should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we will check.
Can you cater in Cooling?
Yes, Cooling is in our area. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
Will the smell bother the neighbours?
Give them a heads-up.
Do we need our own staff?
We carve and serve for you, and we clear up when service is finished.
Do we need a marquee for a party hog roast?
Not for the cooking, but a gazebo or indoor space for guests is a good backup.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. Please note we don’t offer halal meat.
How the day works
A hog roast is always cooked outside, on a level, open spot under cover, well clear of walls, tents and trees. We agree exactly where before the day. In Cooling, late May sunsets come at about 8:50pm and midsummer ones at about 9:20pm, so most summer parties eat in daylight. Winter parties, dark by about 3:50pm, need lights by the roaster.
- Show us the garden or drive.
- We check the space and quote.
- We cook for hours on site.
- Our staff serve rolls and sides.
- We clear up so you don’t have to.
Preparing for the day
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
Getting a price
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Places near Cooling
What else we do in Cooling
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Check the allergen list, as stuffing typically contains gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Ask about allergies on the invitation
- Find out who doesn’t eat pork so we can bring chicken or a vegetarian option
Our chef carves and our staff serve at the agreed time, then clear up the serving area.
Ask about china for a sit-down party, at extra cost.
Before you choose a spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- Clearance from walls, fences and overhanging branches
- Parking close to the house
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors for guests if it rains
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Crackling
- Rotisserie chicken
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Coleslaw
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Working with your venue
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Let us know what your event requires and we’ll tell you what we can send.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Party venues around Cooling
Cooling is about 5 miles north of Rochester, in Medway. Our roaster is a regular sight at parties around Cooling, from gardens to fields. Cooling is one of 68 places in Medway where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Cooling to London (27 miles away).
Guests arriving by train should know that Higham station, about 3.3 miles south-west, is the nearest station. A christening at St James' Church followed by a hog roast at home is a simple, popular plan.
Parties anywhere in ME3 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and a serving time. From Main Road and Cooling Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the roaster to you. Other places close to Cooling we cover include Cooling Street (1 mile south-west), High Halstow (2 miles east), Sharnal Street (2 miles south-east), Fenn Street (2 miles east) and Chattenden (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Gillingham (6 miles south), Chatham (7 miles south), Rochester (5 miles south), Rainham (7 miles south-east), Strood (5 miles south-west) and Luton (6 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Upnor Castle (3.4 miles south) and French Hospital (4.8 miles south). Within reach you will find Canvey Wick and Gad's Hill.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away