West Berkshire · England
Birthday Hog Roast Hire in Highclere, West Berkshire
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, with salads and potatoes on the side. Party hog roast in Highclere.
- Retirement parties
- Summer parties in the garden
- Reunions
A hog roast near Highclere
Step by step
The roaster cooks outdoors, on a level, open spot under cover, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We’ll agree the spot with you beforehand. Autumn parties in Highclere get dark early: about 7:10pm by late September and 4:00pm by December. Plan lights for the path and the food.
- You tell us the date, your address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check the date and the garden or drive, then send a quote.
- On the day we arrive hours ahead and start the roast under cover.
- When it is time to eat, the chef carves and we serve.
- We clear up and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
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Party hog roast in Highclere, carved to order
For a relaxed party, you can hire the machine and cook it yourself. Most hosts prefer us to do it, and spend time with their guests. We’re frequently asked to cater naming ceremonies and getting-engaged parties, with rotisserie chicken, crackling and apple sauce.
A country party near Highclere is perfect for a hog roast: slow-roasted and eaten outside. Plan shelter in case it rains. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you are not left handing out rolls.
- Where
- Highclere (RG20)
- County
- West Berkshire
- From the roaster
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we will tell you what we can send.
Marquee suppliers normally set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Hosting a hog roast party in Highclere
Highclere is about 4 miles south-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We cover parties in Highclere, as well as the surrounding area. Highclere is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Highclere to Reading (19 miles away).
Guests arriving by train should know that Newbury station is about 4.3 miles away. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Michael Archangel, with a hog roast at home or in a hall afterwards.
Here we cover the RG20 postcode area. Whether your party is on Tubb's Lane, Arkwright Close and Coombe Corner or anywhere nearby, we will bring the roaster to you. If your venue is just outside Highclere, we also cover Penwood (1 mile north-east), Woolton Hill (1 mile north), Hollington (1 mile south-west), Enborne Row (2 miles north) and Wash Water (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Newbury (4 miles north-east), Thatcham (6 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (14 miles east), Speenhamland (5 miles north-east), Hungerford (8 miles north-west) and Lambourn (13 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Newbury Castle (3.9 miles north) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (5.5 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Audrey's Meadow and Sidown Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Clere School (2.3 miles east)
Prices and what affects them
Each price is built from:
- Travel to Highclere
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- The date and time of year
- Crockery choices
A hog roast is frequently good value for a crowd, because one whole roast feeds plenty of people. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
What to tell us
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- The date and time of the event
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Any venue rules
- A picture of the cooking area
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or RG20 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Should I cook it myself?
The hardest part of a DIY hog roast is timing: a whole hog takes hours, and it needs to be cooked through safely. If you’d rather not worry about it, let us cook.
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone ends up cooking in batches all afternoon. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Think about children’s portions
- Count non-pork eaters for the alternatives
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Check the allergen list, as stuffing usually contains gluten
A cooked roast holds for a while, so tell us if timings change.
Ask about china for a sit-down party, quoted separately.
Common questions in Highclere
Do you come out to small places like Highclere?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Highclere?
The closest is Newbury station, roughly 4.3 miles away.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. Serving inside is frequently possible, with the venue’s agreement.
Where does the hog roast go?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. Send us a picture if you are unsure.
What do you need from us on the day?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
Will there be enough to go round?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
Can we hire the hog roast machine for our party?
Yes, DIY machine hire is available. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works.
Will the smell bother the neighbours?
Let them know in advance, especially if the roaster is near a fence.
What comes off the roaster
Crackling
Good crackling needs time and heat, and a whole hog roasted slowly gets it just right.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls or plates? Rolls are quicker; plates suit a sit-down meal, with gluten-free rolls on request.
Nearby places to Highclere
Other occasions in Highclere
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Next to doing it all yourself, a catered hog roast gives you the day back. UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Why book our hog roast in Highclere
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Served at the time you choose
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
Take a look at our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
Where the roaster can go in Highclere
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, and a little planning goes a long way:
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- A heads-up for next door
- Access for the roaster through a gate or passage
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards