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Party Hog Roast in Speldhurst
Plenty of choice: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Party hog roast in Speldhurst.
- Retirement parties
- Big family get-togethers
- Back-garden get-togethers
A hog roast near Speldhurst
Party hog roast near Speldhurst
Milestone birthdays call for something special, and a whole hog roasting in the garden is exactly that. Your guests will smell it from the street. Typical bookings include leaving and retirement do’s and wedding anniversaries, serving apple sauce, jacket potatoes and hog roast rolls.
In a small place like Speldhurst, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish before booking.
Is a hog roast right for your party?
Next to ordering takeaway, the roast is an event in itself. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why Speldhurst hosts choose us
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
Read our prices page or the cost guide.
Nearby places to Speldhurst
What else we do in Speldhurst
Planning a party in Speldhurst
Speldhurst is about 2 miles north-west of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Parties in Speldhurst are part of our patch. Speldhurst is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Speldhurst to Brighton (27 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Tunbridge Wells station is about 2.5 miles away. Nearby historic houses include Penshurst Place (2.1 miles north-west) and Groombridge Place (2.7 miles south-west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Wherever your party is in TN3, we can bring the roaster to you. Whether your party is on Northfields, St Mary's Lane and Penshurst Road or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Bullingstone (1 mile south-west), Poundsbridge (1 mile west), Stockland Green (1 mile east), Printstile (1 mile north) and Rusthall (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (9 miles north), Tonbridge (4 miles north-east), Kings Hill (12 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (8 miles east), Edenbridge (8 miles north-west) and Allington (15 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Royal Victoria Place (2.4 miles south-east) and Kent and Sussex Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Barden Lake and Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
- Schools near Speldhurst include Bennett Memorial Diocesan School (1.5 miles south-east) and Rose Hill School (1.5 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The George And Dragon pub (less than half a mile south-east)
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Some ideas:
- Collect dietary needs when guests reply
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Count non-pork eaters so we can bring chicken or a vegetarian option
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
Have a word with the neighbours first: the roast cooks for hours.
Bunting or festoon lights near the serving table make a lovely party setting.
Full catering or machine hire?
The hardest part of a DIY hog roast is timing: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If that sounds stressful, choose the catered option.
If you are confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You do the roasting and carving; we will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
What comes off the roaster
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls make a hog roast easy to eat anywhere. We can bring gluten-free rolls if you ask.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.
Common questions in Speldhurst
Can you cater after a service at Church of St Mary the Virgin?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with room to cook outside. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
How far is Speldhurst from London?
Roughly 28 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Will the smell bother the neighbours?
Let them know in advance.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
Will a hog roast fit in our garden?
Describe the space and the way in, and we’ll tell you if it works.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it’s several hours. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
Do you need power or water?
Cooking is gas-fired, so no mains power is needed for the roast. Power can help with lighting after dark.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the roast to your numbers, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
Before you choose a spot
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Things to check:
- Access for the roaster through a gate or passage
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- A word with the neighbours
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the roaster
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Crackling
- Jacket potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Perfect for your party in Speldhurst
Most children happily eat pork in a roll, with chicken as a backup.
We’re regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Speldhurst, including:
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Engagement parties
- Retirement parties
- Anniversary parties
After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin, a hog roast in the garden is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether travel is included
- What crockery is supplied
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- A clear list of what’s included
Step by step
The roaster cooks outdoors, under a gazebo on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and trees. We agree exactly where before the day. By late September, sunset in Speldhurst is about 7:05pm; by December it’s about 3:55pm. Plan lights for the path and the food.
- Send us your party date, address, numbers and serving time.
- 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.
- Our chef carves and our staff serve when you are ready.
- Afterwards we tidy up the serving area.
Getting ready for the day
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Name a contact for the day
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
How to get a price
Every party is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your party for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
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Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
If you’re booking for a workplace, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We work to the site’s rules.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards