Greater London · England
Hog roast hire in SE16
We cover all of the SE16 postcode district, which takes in Rotherhithe, Shadwell and Surrey Quays. Everything is roasted at your event and carved to order.
Planning an event in SE16?
Places in SE16
- Rotherhithe
- Shadwell
- Surrey Quays
- Surrey Canal
- South Bermondsey
- Bermondsey
- St George in the East
- Wapping
- Ratcliff
- Poplar
- London Docklands
- Canary Wharf
- Heron Quays
Events we cater in SE16
- Wedding hog roast
- Christmas parties
- Parties and birthdays
- Hog roast hire
- Care homes
- Corporate and staff days
- Funerals and wakes
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Film and TV sets
- Every service
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a price: use our quote form.
Our hog roast hire in SE16
Our hog roast hire is fully catered: roasting, carving and serving are all done for you. For confident cooks, the machine can be hired on its own. We serve spit-roast lamb, coleslaw and halloumi skewers, and typical bookings are for Fêtes, fairs and shows and weddings and receptions.
Rain does not stop the roast, because we cook under cover. Your guests will still want somewhere dry to eat, such as a marquee, hall or barn.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We look at the cooking area and send a price.
- We arrive early, set up under cover and start roasting.
- Our chef carves and our staff serve.
- We clear up and go.
What you’ll pay
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
What you get with us
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
- Serving and clearing done for you
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: use our quote form.
Around Rotherhithe
Around Rotherhithe, we cater at homes and venues near St Mellitus College, Alfred Salter Primary School and Holy Trinity Church and the streets around them. You’ll also find Bacon's College (within half a mile north), Russia Dock Woodland (within half a mile north-east) and The Ship York pub (within half a mile east). Rotherhithe has its own railway station: Canada Water station. Other landmarks nearby include Tower of London (1.6 miles north-west) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (under half a mile south-west). The countryside around Rotherhithe includes St. James's Park Lake and Tower Hill.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Minories (1.6 miles north-west)
A hog roast across SE16: what to know
There are 3 towns and 0 villages and hamlets in SE16, so whether your event is in Bermondsey, Rotherhithe and Shadwell or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level outdoor spot, a way in and a plan.
Rotherhithe: For a fundraiser at a school like Alfred Salter Primary School, the roaster can cook on a pitch agreed with the school. Churches such as Holy Trinity Church rarely have room for a roaster, but a hall or home close by typically does. By late September, sunset in Rotherhithe is around 7:05pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:55pm. After dark, a lit path to the food makes a difference.
Prices and what affects them
There’s no fixed price list, since every event is different. The main factors are:
- The journey to the venue
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Season and day of the week
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so each one is itemised. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
What to tell us
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- Where the event is
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rough numbers
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Vehicle access close to the cooking area
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Cover for your guests in bad weather
The menu, dish by dish
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and roast or jacket potatoes, to suit your event.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Is a hog roast right for you?
Compared with a barbecue, one roast feeds everyone at once, instead of food coming off the grill in batches. See our guide to hog roast or barbecue.
Questions to ask before booking
- VAT, if it applies
- A clear list of what’s included
- The space, cover and access they need
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
For event organisers in SE16
Marquee suppliers usually set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
SE16: your questions answered
What should we sort out beforehand?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We’ll bring the rest.
Can you roast in the rain?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Do you cover SE16?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including SE16 and Greater London. Send us the address for a quote.
Will there be enough to go round?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, for confident cooks. Ask and we’ll talk you through it.
What’s included?
Roast pork carved into soft rolls with sage and onion stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. You can add lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options, salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular dates go early. But it is always worth asking: send us your details through our quote form.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away