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Hog roast hire in CT7
We cater in every part of the CT7 postcode district, including Birchington, St Nicholas at Wade and Acol. Everything is roasted at your event and carved to order.
Planning an event in CT7?
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What we do in CT7
- Parties and birthdays
- Christmas parties
- Funerals and wakes
- Wedding hog roast
- Corporate and staff days
- Care homes
- Hog roast hire
- Film and TV sets
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- All occasions
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a price: fill in our quote form.
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How hog roast hire works in CT7
In CT7, a hog roast is an easy way to feed plenty of people: one roast, slow-cooked for hours, carved in front of everyone. We bring the roaster, the cover and the serving kit, and our staff serve and clear. Popular choices include new potatoes, halloumi skewers and spit-roast lamb, and typical bookings are for work summer parties and wakes and memorial gatherings.
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we have agreed, and roast, carve and serve without fuss.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- We roast slowly on site, then carve for your guests.
- Our staff serve and clear, then we pack away.
What it costs in CT7
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
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
Getting a price
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
Landmarks near Birchington
Bookings here are frequently close to Church of All Saints, The Powell Arms Public House and King Ethelbert School, among other places. There’s a railway station in Birchington itself: Birchington-On-Sea station, handy for guests travelling by train. Well-known places in the area include Powell-Cotton Museum (0.8 miles south-east) and Margate West (2 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
Hog roast hire across CT7
There are 3 towns and 3 villages and hamlets in CT7, so whether your event is in Margate, Westgate-on-Sea and Birchington or a quiet village, the approach is the same: level ground, access and agreed timings. Around 6 places in CT7 are close to the coast, where we always think about wind when choosing a cooking spot.
Birchington: For a christening or gathering after a service at a church such as Church of All Saints, the roaster can be set up at a hall or home nearby. Within reach of Birchington are historic houses such as Quex Park (1 mile south-east). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one. Light matters for a long roast: in Birchington, sunset is around 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm.
Space, access and the venue
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- Nothing overhead that could catch the heat
- Flat outdoor ground for the roaster and a gazebo
- A marquee, hall or barn as a wet-weather plan
DIY versus a catered hog roast
Buying in a cold buffet is another option, but nothing beats hot pork and crackling carved in front of you, especially outdoors.
Catered or DIY? Catered means we do everything: roasting, carving, serving and clearing. With hire only, you do the cooking yourself.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- We don’t offer halal meat, so arrange that separately if it’s needed
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Tell guests what’s on the menu in advance
- Remember that stuffing generally contains gluten, so ask for the allergen list
Everything for serving comes with us, so you only need to provide the space.
Add lamb or chicken for a second roast.
For event organisers in CT7
If you’re booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
Marquee suppliers generally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
What a hog roast costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Numbers
- Time on site
- The date and time of year
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- The venue or postcode
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: use our quote form.
Your questions about a hog roast in CT7
When do you start roasting?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it is several hours. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
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 much room do you need?
A flat, open spot outside, and a way to wheel everything in. Send us a picture if you’re unsure.
How do you work out quantities?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so a good estimate matters. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
Do we need to provide electricity?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Let us know what’s on site.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
Yes, for confident cooks. Ask and we will talk you through it.
Can you do gluten-free?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we’ll bring them. You’ll get allergen details for everything.
- 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
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away