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Party Hog Roast in Patching

Party hog roast in Patching: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.

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Party hog roast in Patching

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About our party hog roast in Patching

Hosting a party means juggling everything at once. A hog roast takes the food off your list: we roast, carve, serve and clear. We serve rotisserie chicken, jacket potatoes and a vegan burger or sausage, and we are often booked for engagement celebrations and christenings.

A country party near Patching is perfect for a hog roast: slow-roasted and eaten outside. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.

A garden party on a bright day with guests on the lawn

Area: Patching (BN13)
County: West Sussex
On the menu: Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
Alongside: Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
Price: Quoted for your event
Page updated: 26 October 2026

Prices and what affects them

There is no fixed price list, because every party is different. The main factors are:

The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
Crockery choices
Site access
How long the roast and service take

Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.

Getting an accurate quote

A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:

The venue or postcode
Allergies we should know about
Rules from the venue or landowner
Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china

Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.

Before you choose a spot

Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:

Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
A heads-up for next door
A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive

Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.

From the roaster

Jacket potatoes
Hog roast rolls
Crackling
Stuffing and apple sauce
Salads
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Rotisserie chicken
Coleslaw
Halloumi skewers (V)

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Hosting a hog roast party in Patching

Patching is about 3 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. Patching is well within our area for parties and the places nearby. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 14 miles away.

Within reach of Patching are historic houses such as Ecclesden Manor (1.5 miles south-west). For most parties, a garden or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict catering rules. Parks such as Clapham Wood typically need permission from the council or landowner for any cooking, so check first. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Patching, so many gardens around here have a great outlook. The coast is within about 5 miles, so breezy days are common, and we always plan for it.

We bring hog roasts to parties all over the BN13 postcode area and the streets around it. That could mean a party in a garden on The Street and Coldharbour Lane, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the roaster. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Clapham (1 mile south-east), Hammerpot (2 miles west), Cote (2 miles east), Angmering (2 miles south-west) and Hangleton (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Worthing (3 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles west), Chichester (14 miles west), Littlehampton (4 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles east) and Lancing (6 miles east).

Other landmarks nearby include Museum of Sussex Folklore (3.1 miles south-east) and Old Castle (3.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Patching includes WWT Arundel and Highdown Hill.

Nearby schools include The Angmering School (2.2 miles south-west)
Nearby, you’ll find The Fox pub (0.8 miles south-west)

Map of Patching © OpenStreetMap contributors

Organising for someone else?

Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.

For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.

What happens on the day

A hog roast is always cooked outside, under a gazebo on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We will agree the spot with you beforehand. At midsummer, it is light in Patching until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long 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.
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 pack away and leave the garden tidy.

Preparing for the day

Gather dietary requirements early
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

When you are weighing up caterers, ask each one exactly what’s included. Ours lists it clearly. To get yours, fill in our quote form.

Tell us about your event

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Planning for dietary needs

Some guests won’t eat pork, so it’s worth adding an alternative. A few pointers:

Keep the vegetarian option labelled
Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
Count non-pork eaters for the alternatives
Let us know roughly how many children

At food time, we carve and serve, then clear up the serving area.

Bunting or festoon lights near the serving table make a lovely party setting.

Catered or do it yourself?

Full catering or machine hire? With catering, our chef roasts, carves and serves, and our staff clear up. With DIY hire, you do the work and save on staffing.

A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.

Your questions about a hog roast for your party in Patching

Which station is closest to Patching?

The closest is Goring-By-Sea station, roughly 2.3 miles away.

Is Patching close to London?

About 48 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.

Do you provide china?

Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.

How much room do you need?

A level, open area outdoors with room for the roaster, a gazebo and a carving table, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We’ll check it with you before booking.

Can we hire the hog roast machine for our party?

If you’re happy to roast and carve, yes. Most people prefer us to cook so they can enjoy the party.

What if it rains?

Rain does not stop the cooking. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.

How big a hog will we need?

We plan quantities from the numbers you give us, and we will confirm everything in writing.

What should we sort out beforehand?

Only the space and a contact number. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.

The menu, dish by dish

Crackling

Crackling is what people queue for: golden, crunchy and salty, straight off the hog.

Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)

Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.

A hog roast compared with other options

Next to a barbecue, no one gets stuck at the grill, and the food is ready for everyone at once. A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, because one whole roast feeds a lot of people. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.