Kent · England
Party Hog Roast in Cross-at-Hand
From the first smell of roasting pork to the last piece of crackling, a hog roast for your party makes the food part of your party in Cross-at-Hand.
- Street parties
- Reunions
- Big birthday parties
A hog roast near Cross-at-Hand
Cross-at-Hand parties: what to know
Cross-at-Hand is about 5 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Our roaster is a regular sight at parties around Cross-at-Hand, from gardens to fields. We cater 922 places in Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 24 miles away.
Within reach of Cross-at-Hand are historic houses such as Stoneacre (4.6 miles north). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Cross-at-Hand is within about 7 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Parties anywhere in TN12 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and roughly how many guests. We can cater a party on streets such as Staplehurst Road and Woodford Park or the roads around them, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the roaster. Other places close to Cross-at-Hand we cover include Rabbit's Cross (1 mile north), Devil's Den (1 mile east), Wanshurst Green (1 mile south-west), St Ann's Green (1 mile west) and Underling Green (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (5 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles west), Tonbridge (12 miles west) and Kings Hill (8 miles north-west).
A little further out are Sutton Valence Castle (2.8 miles north-east) and South East Romany Museum (1.8 miles south-west).
About our party hog roast in Cross-at-Hand
Rolls are easy for party guests to eat standing up, and pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling are just that. Alternatives cover anyone who does not eat pork. For family reunions and retirement celebrations, we can cook coleslaw, apple sauce and rotisserie chicken for your guests.
Country parties near Cross-at-Hand suit a hog roast: roasted all afternoon and carved on the lawn. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish.
What a hog roast costs
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Whether you want china
- The journey to the venue
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- How long the roast and service take
Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. Slow roasting means we are on site for much of the day, which is built into the price.
Getting an accurate quote
To check the date and the space, we will need:
- Rough numbers
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Dietary requirements
- A picture of the cooking area
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
For event organisers in Cross-at-Hand
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Marquee suppliers typically set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Tips:
- Add a dietary question to the invite
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Count non-pork eaters so we can bring chicken or a vegetarian option
- Give us numbers for vegetarians and vegans
Make sure the gate or side passage is open when we arrive, so we can wheel the equipment in.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Cross-at-Hand: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Cross-at-Hand?
Staplehurst station, about 1.2 miles south of the centre.
How far is Cross-at-Hand from London?
Roughly 35 miles from the centre of London.
Do you cover Cross-at-Hand?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Cross-at-Hand and the rest of Kent included. Send us the address for a quote.
Do you need power or water?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. Power can help with lighting after dark.
Will there be enough to go round?
We plan quantities from the numbers you give us, and we’ll talk it through when we quote.
Do we need cover?
The roaster has its own cover; plan shelter for guests in bad weather.
How long does the roast need?
Hours rather than minutes. We’ll confirm our arrival time when we quote.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Space, access and the venue
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, and a little planning goes a long way:
- A spot well away from the house
- A word with the neighbours
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors for guests if it rains
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Crackling
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Jacket potatoes
What happens on the day
We cook on a gas-fired roaster, so cooking does not depend on mains power. A summer party in Cross-at-Hand stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your party date, address, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the cooking spot, and a quote.
- On the day we arrive hours ahead and start the roast under cover.
- Our chef carves and our staff serve when you are ready.
- We clear up and pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Name a contact for the day
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Let us know about tight access
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Events we cater in Cross-at-Hand
There is very little washing up, because we bring plates and clear away.
We’re regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Cross-at-Hand, including:
- Summer parties in the garden
- Engagement parties
- Reunions
- Christenings and naming days
If guests are coming by rail, Staplehurst station is about 1.2 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Who carves and who serves
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- What crockery is supplied
- How dietary needs are handled
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A hog roast compared with other options
DIY or catered? DIY hire works for relaxed get-togethers; catering suits bigger or more important parties. Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so each one is itemised. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Why book with us
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
See our prices page and the cost guide.
About the food
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls or plates? Rolls are quicker; plates suit a sit-down meal, with gluten-free rolls on request.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sage and onion stuffing and apple sauce are the classic partners, cutting through the richness of the pork.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards