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Party Hog Roast in Gurnard
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast for your party turns the food into a centrepiece of your party in Gurnard.
- Summer parties in the garden
- Ruby, golden and diamond anniversaries
- Naming ceremonies
Planning an event in Gurnard?
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Rolls and stuffing usually contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Count non-pork eaters for the alternatives
- Give us numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Ask about allergies on the invitation
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
Warn the neighbours: the roast cooks for hours.
Ask about china for a sit-down party, at extra cost.
Party hog roast in Gurnard, carved to order
A party at home needs a little planning for the roaster: a level spot away from the house and trees, under cover. We’ll help you choose. For getting-engaged parties and leaving and retirement do’s, we can cook jacket potatoes, rotisserie chicken and a vegan burger or sausage and more.
A country party near Gurnard is perfect for a hog roast: slow-roasted and eaten outside. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Our staff serve and clear, so you are not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
- Location
- Gurnard (PO31)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Alongside
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Parties in Gurnard: homes, halls and local tips
Gurnard is about 1 mile west of Cowes, in the Isle of Wight. We bring a hog roast for your party to parties anywhere in Gurnard, as long as there’s an outdoor spot to cook. Gurnard is one of 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 12 miles away.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as All Saints' Church, with a hog roast at home or in a hall afterwards. Near the coast, within about a mile, gardens can catch the wind, so we plan a sheltered spot.
For parties in PO31, we just need to know where the roaster can cook. We can cater a party on streets such as Cow Lane, The Avenue and Shore Road, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. If your venue is just outside Gurnard, we also cover Cowes (1 mile east), Northwood (1 mile south), Rew Street (1 mile south-west), Great Thorness (2 miles south-west) and Noke Common (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Newport (4 miles south), Ryde (7 miles east), Sandown (10 miles south-east), Shanklin (11 miles south-east), Ventnor (12 miles south-east) and Oakfield (8 miles east). For a party at a remote spot, tell us early so we can plan the journey.
Well-known places in the area include St Mary's Hospital (3.2 miles south) and Isle of Wight Natural History Centre (0.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Gurnard includes Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Cowes Enterprise College (0.8 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Portland Inn (within half a mile south-east)
Catered or do it yourself?
You could roast a hog yourself, but it is 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.
If you are confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You cook and carve it yourself; we’ll confirm what comes with it when you ask.
Space, access and the venue
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Things to check:
- Flat ground in the garden or on the drive
- A spot well away from the house
- Neighbours warned about the smell
For somewhere as remote as Gurnard, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Crackling
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Events we cater in Gurnard
Young and old enjoy it.
However big or small the event in Gurnard, a slow roast goes a long way. We’re frequently asked to cater:
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Retirement parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Anniversary parties
Among the historic houses close to Gurnard are Osborne House (2.3 miles east) and Carisbrooke Castle (4.7 miles south). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
What your quote should include
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- If the price includes VAT
- Travel and any London charges
- How many staff will carve and serve
How it works
Serving is straightforward: our chef carves and our staff fill the rolls or plates, and sides go out at the same time. When everyone has eaten, we clear up and leave the spot tidy. By late September, sunset in Gurnard is about 7:10pm; by December it is about 4:00pm. Light the garden path and the serving area.
- Send a photo of where the roaster could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- We cook for hours on site.
- Our staff serve rolls and sides.
- We leave the garden tidy.
Before we arrive
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
How to get a price
Every party is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your party: use our quote form.
Planning help
Common questions in Gurnard
Do you come out to small places like Gurnard?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can you cater after a service at All Saints' Church?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with room to cook outside. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What space does the roaster need?
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’ll confirm the space with your quote.
Do you need power or water?
Not to cook, because the roaster is gas-fired. Tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it.
Can you cater in Gurnard?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Gurnard and the Isle of Wight. Tell us the venue and we’ll quote.
Will the smell bother the neighbours?
Give them a heads-up, especially if the roaster is near a fence.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
Is a hog roast good for a children’s party?
Generally, yes, so we can plan quantities.
Nearby places to Gurnard
What else we do in Gurnard
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Let us know what your event requires and we will confirm what we can provide.
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with takeaway pizzas, the roast is an event in itself. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why book with us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- We bring everything to cook and serve
Read how we price or our hog roast cost guide.
What comes off the roaster
Crackling
For many people, the crackling is the best bit: crisp, golden and full of flavour, straight off the hog.
Roast pork
We carve as we serve, which keeps it hot and moist.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards