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Party Hog Roast in Lower Stoke
Something for nearly everyone: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Party hog roast in Lower Stoke.
- Street parties
- Big family get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
A hog roast near Lower Stoke
About our party hog roast in Lower Stoke
After a christening near Lower Stoke, a hog roast in the garden feeds the whole family, and nobody misses the celebration. For big birthday parties and street parties, we can cook crackling, jacket potatoes and rotisserie chicken.
A country party near Lower Stoke is perfect for a hog roast: roasted all afternoon and carved on the lawn. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so nobody in your party has to serve.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with a buffet, a hog roast is hot and freshly carved. Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Why us?
- Timed around your day
- Serving and clearing done for you
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- A clear quote with everything listed
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Also near Lower Stoke
Also in Lower Stoke
Planning the cooking spot
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- Neighbours warned about the smell
- Access for the roaster through a gate or passage
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
From the roaster
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Crackling
Who books party hog roast in Lower Stoke?
There is very little washing up, because we bring plates and clear away.
Our roaster has been booked for a wide mix of occasions near Lower Stoke, such as:
- 18th, 21st, 40th, 50th and 60th birthdays
- Engagement parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Neighbourhood parties
After a christening at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul, a hog roast in the garden is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before you book anyone
- The full menu and the sides
- What crockery is supplied
- How many staff will carve and serve
- What the price includes, item by item
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. Other tips:
- Collect dietary needs when guests reply
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Keep the vegetarian option labelled
We get there early to start the roast, so it’s cooking when guests arrive.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Planning a party in Lower Stoke
Lower Stoke is in Medway. We cater parties across Lower Stoke and nearby. We bring hog roasts to 68 places across Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Lower Stoke to Canterbury (23 miles away).
This part of Medway takes in ME3. Whether your party is on High Street, Brook Lane and Shepherds Way or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Middle Stoke (1 mile south), Stoke (1 mile south-west), Allhallows (1 mile north), Allhallows-on-Sea (1 mile north-east) and North Street (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (6 miles south-west), Chatham (8 miles south-west), Rochester (7 miles south-west), Rainham (7 miles south), Strood (8 miles south-west) and Luton (7 miles south-west).
The countryside around Lower Stoke includes Bishop Saltings.
- Pubs nearby include The Ship pub (under half a mile west)
What we serve, dish by dish
Rotisserie chicken
Golden rotisserie chicken can be served in a roll or on a plate.
Crackling
Long, slow roasting turns the skin into crackling, and there’s a piece for everyone who wants it.
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and tell us what they ask for.
Marquee suppliers normally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
What a hog roast costs
We don’t use a fixed price list, since every event is different. The main factors are:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Whether you want china
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Distance from us
Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Any venue rules
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- Where the event is
- An estimate of numbers
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
FAQs for Lower Stoke
Do you come out to small places like Lower Stoke?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Is Lower Stoke close to London?
About 32 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is mains power needed?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Let us know what’s on site.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
There are lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options: spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan burger or sausage. Please note we do not offer halal meat.
How long does the roast need?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it’s several hours. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
Where does the hog roast go?
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 check it with you before booking.
Do you come to Lower Stoke?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Lower Stoke and the rest of Medway included. Send us the address for a quote.
How big a hog will we need?
We size the roast to your numbers, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
The process
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. At midsummer, it’s light in Lower Stoke until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Tell us about your party: date, address and numbers.
- We check the garden or drive and quote.
- We set up hours ahead.
- We carve and serve at food time.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Before we arrive
- Send final numbers in good time
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Getting a price
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we will check it: fill in our quote form.
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- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- 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