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Hog roast hire in CT8
We cater in every part of the CT8 postcode district, which takes in Westgate-on-Sea, Margate and Garlinge. Everything is roasted at your event and carved to order.
Hog roast catering across CT8
Where we cater in CT8
Our hog roasts across CT8
- Corporate and staff days
- Parties and birthdays
- Christmas parties
- Film and TV sets
- Funerals and wakes
- Care homes
- Hog roast hire
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Wedding hog roast
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Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a price: fill in our quote form.
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Hog roast hire in CT8: what to expect
People book a hog roast in CT8 for everything from birthdays to fêtes. Whatever the occasion, the format is the same: a slow roast on site, carved fresh and served by our team. We serve crackling, coleslaw and hog roast rolls, and we are often booked for staff days and open days and wedding breakfasts and evening food.
The roaster is gas-fired, so cooking does not depend on mains power.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and the cooking spot, then send a 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.
Pricing in CT8
Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Why book with us
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Serving and clearing done for you
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Landmarks near Westgate-on-Sea
Locally, our bookings take us close to St Saviour's Church of England Junior School, Church of St Saviour and Ursuline College and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Westgate-on-Sea itself: Westgate-On-Sea station, handy for guests travelling by train. Other landmarks nearby include Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (2.3 miles east) and Westwood Cross (3 miles south-east). Green spaces within easy reach include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Local facilities include Margate West (0.5 miles east)
Hog roast catering in CT8: local guide
There are 3 towns and 0 villages and hamlets in CT8, so whether your event is in Margate, Westgate-on-Sea and Garlinge or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level outdoor spot, a way in and a plan. 3 of the places we cover in CT8 are within about 6 miles of the sea, so we frequently plan a sheltered spot for the roaster.
Westgate-on-Sea: If guests are travelling by rail, Westgate-On-Sea station is in Westgate-on-Sea itself. For a christening or gathering after a service at a church such as Church of St Saviour, the roaster can be set up at a hall or home nearby. By late September, sunset in Westgate-on-Sea is around 7:00pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:50pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the serving area.
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to a street-food van, a hog roast feeds a crowd quickly from one roast.
What your quote should include
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- How many staff will carve and serve
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- Any travel or access charges
The menu, dish by dish
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Everything goes into a soft roll, perfect for eating on the move. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
Occasions we serve in CT8
Rolls are easy to eat standing up, so it suits informal events, while plates and sides suit a sit-down meal.
People around CT8 book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Staff days and open days
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Big birthdays and anniversaries
- Clubhouse events
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Season and day of the week
- Access to the cooking area
- Time on site
- How many people are eating
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 to tell us
To check availability and the cooking area, we will need:
- The date and time of the event
- Dietary requirements
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- A picture of the cooking area
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the event is and roughly how many. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Use our quote form.
For event organisers in CT8
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Marquee hire companies often have rules about cooking near their tents, so let them know about the roaster. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Your questions about a hog roast in CT8
Who serves?
Our chef carves and our staff serve, then clear the serving area afterwards.
What do people get?
Rolls with roast pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Extras include lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers, a vegan option, salads and potatoes.
What space does the roaster need?
A level, open area outdoors with room for the roaster, a gazebo and a carving table, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We will confirm the space with your quote.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
We do, if you’re happy to roast and carve yourself. We will explain the details with your quote.
How long does the roast need?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Can you work around our timings?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and a cooked roast can be held for a while if things run late.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards