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Party Hog Roast in Plumstead
Planning a hog roast for your party in Plumstead? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
- Leaving and retirement do’s
- Family reunions
- Ruby, golden and diamond anniversaries
Book a hog roast in Plumstead
Party hog roast in Plumstead, carved to order
If you’d rather cook yourself, DIY machine hire is an option. Most hosts prefer us to do it, so they can enjoy the party. Whether it’s street parties and reunions, we can cook jacket potatoes, hog roast rolls and coleslaw for your guests.
Throwing a party in Plumstead? A hog roast means no cooking for you, at home or a hall with a garden. Warn the neighbours: it roasts for hours. Timings are planned around your party, working back from when you want to eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
- Where
- Plumstead (SE18, SE28, E16)
- County
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Also available
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Full catering or machine hire?
Buying in a cold buffet is another option, but hot, freshly carved roast pork is a different experience.
Roasting a whole hog yourself is possible, but it takes hours of attention, from setting up and lighting the roaster to carving. With us catering, you get to be a host, not a cook.
Perfect for your party in Plumstead
Children normally love it, with chicken as a backup.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Plumstead. Typical bookings include:
- Christenings
- Milestone birthdays
- Retirement parties
- Summer parties in the garden
Among the historic houses close to Plumstead are Danson House (2.7 miles south-east) and Eltham Palace (3.1 miles south-west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict rules on caterers, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
What your quote should include
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether travel is included
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- A word with the neighbours
- A level patio, lawn or driveway
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
Plumstead is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access can be tight: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Crackling
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Jacket potatoes
Organising for someone else?
Marquee suppliers typically set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
About the food
Crackling
Crackling is what people queue for: golden, crunchy and salty.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes to make it a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Common questions in Plumstead
Can you cater after a service at St John's Church?
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. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Can you get a hog roast into a London garden in Plumstead?
It depends on access: a rear gate or yard usually works. Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Will there be enough to go round?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
What about kids?
Yes, and tell us how many children are coming, so we can plan quantities.
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.
What if things run late?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
How much room do you need?
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 photo if you are unsure.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with a barbecue, you are not stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and everyone eats together. 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.
What you get with us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- All the equipment comes with us
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Planned to your running order
See our prices page or the cost guide.
Parties in Plumstead: homes, halls and local tips
Plumstead is about 8 miles east of London, in Greater London. Our roaster is a regular sight at parties around Plumstead, from gardens to fields. We cater all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Plumstead to London (8 miles away).
After a christening at a church like St John's Church, a hog roast in the garden is an easy way to feed family and friends. Parks such as Plumstead Common normally need permission from the council or landowner for any cooking, so check first.
Wherever your party is in SE18, SE28 and E16, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your party is on Moy Lane, Love Lane and Tuam Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the roaster to you. Plumstead is on the A206, so it is easy for us to reach with the equipment. Other places close to Plumstead we cover include Woolwich (1 mile west), Shooter's Hill (1 mile south-west), East Wickham (1 mile south-east), Charlton (2 miles west) and New Charlton (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (8 miles west), City of Westminster (10 miles west), Marylebone (10 miles west), Kensington (12 miles west), St Pancras (9 miles west) and Shoreditch (7 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find British Hospital for Mothers and Babies (1.3 miles west) and Greenwich Castle (3.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Gilbert's Pit.
- Local schools include Plumstead Manor School (within half a mile south-east) and Shooters Hill Sixth Form College (1.2 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Queens Arms (within half a mile north-west)
How the day works
Your timings come first. If things run late, a cooked roast can be kept hot for a while, so tell us as soon as plans change. By late September, sunset in Plumstead is about 7:05pm; by December it’s about 3:50pm. 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 clear up so you don’t have to.
Preparing for the day
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Think about shelter for your guests
How to get a price
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your party for a quote: use our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and alternatives
Not everyone eats pork, so it is worth adding an alternative. A few pointers:
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Keep the vegetarian option labelled
- Count non-pork eaters so we can bring chicken or a vegetarian option
- Collect dietary needs when guests reply
Warn the neighbours: the roast cooks for hours, and they may ask for a roll.
Ask about china for a sit-down party, at extra cost.
Also near Plumstead
Also in Plumstead
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards