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Hog roast hire in SO31
Planning an event in SO31? We serve Locks Heath, Warsash and Netley and the rest of the district, with the hog roasted on site and carved to order.
Hog roast hire in SO31
Places in SO31
- Locks Heath
- Warsash
- Netley
- Hamble-le-Rice
- Bursledon
- Sarisbury
- Sarisbury Green
- Lowford
- Park Gate
- Swanwick
- Lower Swanwick
- Old Netley
- Butlocks Heath
- Hound
- Hook Park Estate
- Hook
- Eastleigh
- Fareham
- Hedge End
- Titchfield Common
- Weston
- Burridge
- Segensworth
Our hog roasts across SO31
- Funerals and wakes
- Parties and birthdays
- Corporate and staff days
- Film and TV sets
- Care homes
- Hog roast hire
- Wedding hog roast
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Christmas parties
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Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a price: fill in our quote form.
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Hog roast hire across SO31
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 halloumi skewers, hog roast rolls and coleslaw, and we are frequently booked for garden parties and barbecues and weddings and receptions.
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and get on with roasting and serving.
- You share the when, where and how many.
- 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 pack away and leave you to it.
What you will pay
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. Every event gets its own quote, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Why hosts in SO31 choose us
- Our staff serve and clear
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
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.
Near you in Locks Heath
In Locks Heath, that can mean an event near Jolly Farmer Public House, St John and Park Gate Primary School. For guests coming by rail, the closest station is Swanwick station, roughly 0.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are St Andrew's Castle (2.2 miles west) and Carron Row Farm Museum (1.6 miles east). The countryside around Locks Heath includes Holly Hill Woodland Park.
A hog roast across SO31: what to know
Across SO31, we cover 3 towns and 10 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Eastleigh, Fareham and Hedge End or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level outdoor spot, a way in and a plan. 23 of the places we cover in SO31 are within about 6 miles of the sea, where we always think about wind when choosing a cooking spot.
Locks Heath: After a service at St John, the hog roast can be ready at a nearby hall or house. Coming by train? Swanwick station, about 0.9 miles north, is the nearest station. Because the roast takes hours, daylight is worth planning: around Locks Heath, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late December it is dark by about 4:00pm, so winter bookings need lighting from mid-afternoon.
What a hog roast costs
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access to the cooking area
- Crockery choices
- Menu choices and extras
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask about allergies when you send invitations
- We don’t offer halal meat, so arrange that separately if it is needed
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Tell guests what’s on the menu in advance
Slow roasting needs attention, and that is what we’re there for. You can get on with your event.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Full catering or machine hire? Catering means we do everything; DIY hire means you roast and carve yourself. Most hosts choose catering for anything bigger than a family party.
What your quote should include
- The full menu and the sides
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
Catered or do it yourself?
If you’re confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You cook and carve it yourself; we will confirm what comes with it when you ask.
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. With a hog roast, one roast feeds everyone at once.
Who books hog roast hire?
It’s generous, hearty food that most people love, and lamb, chicken and vegetarian options look after the rest.
People around SO31 book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Birthdays and anniversaries
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Community events
Common questions in SO31
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We will confirm what comes with it and how to use it.
What about coeliacs?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
Will people get crackling?
It is: slow roasting crisps the skin and we break it up for everyone.
How soon do you get booked up?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
Do you serve the food?
You do not need anyone else: our chef carves and our team serves and clears.
What do you need from us on the day?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards