West Sussex · England
Birthday Hog Roast Hire in Ford, West Sussex
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Party hog roast in Ford.
- Anniversary parties
- Getting-engaged parties
- Back-garden get-togethers
Planning an event in Ford?
About our party hog roast in Ford
In Ford, a hog roast is a favourite for birthdays and garden parties: hearty food that feeds everyone at once. We serve and tidy up. For back-garden get-togethers and 18th, 21st, 40th, 50th and 60th birthdays, we will put together a menu of rotisserie chicken, apple sauce and a vegan burger or sausage and more.
Country parties near Ford 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.
- Area
- Ford (BN18)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the roaster
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Alongside
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Planning a party in Ford
Ford is about 2 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Ford is well within our area for parties. Ford is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from Ford to Brighton (20 miles away).
Within reach of Ford are historic houses such as Ecclesden Manor (4.8 miles east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict rules on caterers, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. After a christening at a church like The Parish Church of St Andrew, a hog roast in the garden is an easy way to feed family and friends. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Ford, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. Near the coast, within about 3 miles, gardens can catch the wind, and we always plan for it.
For parties in BN18, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. Local streets include Station Road, Ford Road and Rodney Crescent; a party on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. If your venue is just outside Ford, we also cover Tortington (1 mile north), Horsemere Green (1 mile south), Climping (1 mile south), Wick (1 mile east) and Lyminster (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles east) and Lancing (11 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Arundel and District Hospital (2.1 miles north) and Rustington Museum (3.5 miles east). Open spaces near Ford include WWT Arundel.
- Local pubs include The Arundel Arms Public House At Ford Station (under half a mile north-east)
Common questions in Ford
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
We’re gathering after a service at The Parish Church of St Andrew: can you cater?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Is crockery included?
Plates come as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we’ll add it to the quote.
Do you do DIY hire for parties?
If you are happy to roast and carve, yes. Catering is the easier option.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
Outside, always. The food can be carried in and served indoors where the venue allows.
Do we need to provide electricity?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Do we need a marquee for a party hog roast?
We cover the cooking area, but a gazebo or indoor space for guests is a good backup.
Can you do a hog roast in our back garden?
Often, yes, if there is a level spot away from the house and trees, and a way to wheel the equipment through. Send us a photo.
Perfect for your party in Ford
The roast becomes part of the entertainment.
Our roaster has been booked for all sorts of events around Ford, such as:
- Retirement celebrations
- Ruby, golden and diamond anniversaries
- 18th, 21st, 40th, 50th and 60th birthdays
- Naming ceremonies
For guests coming by train, Ford station serves Ford directly.
Comparing caterers
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- VAT, if it applies
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
Nearby places to Ford
Where the roaster can go in Ford
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Ideally:
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- A side gate or passage wide enough to wheel the equipment
- A spot well away from the house
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Crackling
- Coleslaw
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Jacket potatoes
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Check the allergen list, as stuffing usually contains gluten
- Add a dietary question to the invite
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
On the day, we arrive hours before the party starts, so it’s cooking when guests arrive.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
A closer look at the menu
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, a hot, filling option of their own.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Everything goes into a soft roll, perfect for eating on the move. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
Catered or do it yourself?
The hardest part of a DIY hog roast is timing: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If that sounds stressful, choose the catered option.
DIY hire works best when someone in the family loves cooking. For weddings and bigger events, a catered roast is usually easier.
What a hog roast costs
Each price is built from:
- Season and day of the week
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How many people are eating
- Menu choices and extras
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so each one is itemised. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Roughly how many people
- The venue or postcode
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
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 confirm what we can provide.
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and get on with roasting and serving. A summer party in Ford stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- You tell us the date, your address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- You get a check on the date and the cooking spot, and a quote.
- We set up early and get the hog roasting.
- We carve and serve at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we tidy up the serving area.
Getting ready for the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
Ask for a quote
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Read more
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