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Party Hog Roast for Ranmore Common
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for your party in Ranmore Common and the surrounding area.
- Engagement parties
- Anniversary parties
- Summer parties in the garden
Party hog roast in Ranmore Common
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Some guests won’t eat pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Collect dietary needs when guests reply
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Keep the vegetarian option labelled
- Count non-pork eaters for the alternatives
If the party runs late, the roast can wait a little, so tell us if timings change.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Party hog roast in Ranmore Common, carved to order
Party food needs to be easy to eat, and pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling are just that. Alternatives cover anyone who does not eat pork. Typical bookings include naming ceremonies and back-garden get-togethers, serving a vegan burger or sausage, apple sauce and rotisserie chicken.
A country party near Ranmore Common is perfect for a hog roast: roasted all afternoon and carved on the lawn. Plan shelter in case it rains. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish before you book.
How the day works
A hog roast is always cooked outside, on a level, open spot under cover, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We agree exactly where before the day. By late September, sunset in Ranmore Common is about 7:05pm; by December it is about 3:55pm. Light the garden path and the serving area.
- Start with the date, the address and roughly how many.
- We check the garden or drive and quote.
- We arrive early and get the roast going.
- At food time, the chef carves and we serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
How to prepare
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Send final numbers in good time
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
How to get a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Party venues around Ranmore Common
Ranmore Common is about 2 miles north-west of Dorking, in Surrey. Hosts in Ranmore Common book us for parties of all sizes. Ranmore Common is one of 395 places in Surrey where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Ranmore Common to Guildford (about 9 miles away).
A christening at Church of St Barnabas followed by a hog roast at home is a simple, popular plan. Parks such as Milton Heath and The Nower generally need permission from the council or landowner for any cooking, so check first. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Ranmore Common, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Wherever your party is in RH5, we can bring the roaster to you. Nearby, we also cater parties in Westcott (1 mile south), Westhumble (2 miles north-east), Dorking (2 miles south-east), Pixham (2 miles east) and Wotton (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (9 miles west), Woking (10 miles north-west), Epsom (8 miles north-east), Horley (10 miles south-east), Redhill (8 miles east) and Ewell (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Betchworth Castle (3 miles east) and Mesolithic Museum (3.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near Ranmore Common include Box Hill and Combe Bottom.
- Nearby schools include The Priory CofE Voluntary Aided School (1.4 miles south-east)
- Local facilities include Pippbrook House (1.7 miles east)
Also near Ranmore Common
What else we do in Ranmore Common
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with cooking for everyone yourself, a catered hog roast gives you the day back. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Carved to order by a chef
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- A choice of salads and potatoes
See our pricing or the cost guide.
Why choose party hog roast in Ranmore Common?
Children typically love it, with chicken as a backup.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Typical bookings include:
- Milestone birthdays
- Garden parties
- Ruby, golden and diamond anniversaries
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
Nearby historic houses include Polesden Lacey (1.2 miles north) and Hatchlands Park (4.8 miles west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether travel is included
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
For event organisers in Ranmore Common
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so let them know about the roaster. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
What the cooking area needs
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- A spot well away from the house
- A side gate or passage wide enough to wheel the equipment
- Somewhere for us to park nearby
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the roaster
- Crackling
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Jacket potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
Prices and what affects them
We work out each quote from:
- Whether you want china
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How many people are eating
- The date and time of year
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.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, please mention:
- A picture of the cooking area
- Allergies we should know about
- Rough numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your party for a quote: use our quote form.
Ranmore Common questions
Can you cater after a service at Church of St Barnabas?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
What’s the nearest station to Ranmore Common?
The closest is Dorking West station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
What comes with the hog roast?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
When should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we’ll check.
Do we need a marquee for a party hog roast?
We cover the cooking area, but a gazebo or indoor space for guests is a good backup.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We’ll confirm what comes with it and how to use it.
Can you cater in Ranmore Common?
Yes, Ranmore Common is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll check the date.
About the food
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls make a hog roast easy to eat anywhere. We can bring gluten-free rolls if you ask.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, 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