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Wedding Hog Roast in Godstow
Wedding hog roast in Godstow: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Wedding breakfasts
- Post-wedding gatherings
- Small, informal weddings
Planning an event in Godstow?
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Godstow
Godstow is about 3 miles south of Kidlington, in Oxfordshire. We cater weddings across Godstow and nearby. Godstow is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cater.
If you’re marrying at a church near Godstow, such as Church of All Saints, and holding the reception nearby, the hog roast can be cooking while you say your vows. Among the historic houses close to Godstow are Holywell Manor, Oxford (2.7 miles south-east) and Blenheim Palace (5 miles north-west). Grand venues like these generally set rules for outside caterers, so ask before you book.
We cater weddings across OX2. Neighbouring places where we cater weddings include Wolvercote (1 mile north-east), Binsey (1 mile south), Sunnymead (1 mile east), Summertown (1 mile east) and North Oxford (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (4 miles south-east), Didcot (12 miles south), Bicester (10 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles south), Witney (8 miles west) and Carterton (13 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Radcliffe Infirmary (2.1 miles south-east) and Clarendon Shopping Centre (2.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near Godstow include Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Harcourt Hill.
- Nearby schools include St Edward's School (1.3 miles east) and Oxford Academy (1.6 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Trout Inn (less than half a mile west)
- Local facilities include St Hugh's College Main Building Including Library (1.8 miles south-east)
Wedding hog roast in Godstow, slow-roasted on site
As a main meal, the hog roast is served on plates: carved pork with salads, new potatoes or roast potatoes, on china if you’d like. Whether it’s weddings in a family garden and wedding breakfasts, we can cook new potatoes, rotisserie chicken and salads for your guests.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Godstow, and a whole hog roasting through the afternoon adds to it. Plan firm ground and a route for our vehicle. We plan the timings around your day, because the roast has to start hours before you eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
- Where
- Godstow (OX2)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- From the roaster
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Alongside
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Spit-roast lamb
Lamb roasted on the spit is a lovely alternative to pork, and handy for anyone who does not eat pork.
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken off the rotisserie, carved or jointed goes into rolls or onto plates alongside the pork.
For planners, venues and organisers
Marquee hire companies often have rules about cooking near their tents, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Planning the cooking spot
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way:
- Flat ground outside the reception for the roaster
- Power for lights in the evening
- Permission for outside catering
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
From the roaster
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Crackling
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Perfect for your wedding in Godstow
No kitchen is needed at the venue, which suits marquees, barns and gardens.
Here’s what people in Godstow most often book a hog roast for:
- Anniversary vow renewals
- Post-wedding gatherings
- Weddings in a marquee
- Relaxed, low-key weddings
It is worth telling train travellers that the closest railway station is Oxford Parkway station, roughly 1.9 miles north-east of the centre.
Comparing caterers
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
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- Any travel or access charges
- VAT, if it applies
Godstow questions
We are gathering after a service at Church of All Saints: can you cater?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Is Godstow close to London?
Roughly 55 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What happens in bad weather?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
What if our venue has its own caterer?
Check with the venue first: rules vary. We will sort the details with them.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Can we offer lamb too?
Add lamb or rotisserie chicken alongside the hog.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
We do, if you’re happy to roast and carve yourself. We’ll explain the details with your quote.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For weddings and bigger events, a catered roast is generally easier.
We also hire out the hog roast machine for confident cooks. You cook and carve it yourself; we’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Is a hog roast right for your wedding?
Some couples have a formal meal and a hog roast in the evening; others have the hog roast as the main event. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why Godstow hosts choose us
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Give final numbers in good time
- If any guests need halal food, arrange it separately
- Pass numbers for vegetarians and vegans to us
- Ask for gluten-free rolls for coeliac guests
We serve and clear without fuss, and leave you to celebrate.
Gluten-free rolls can be provided for the evening food.
How it works
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can get on with your wedding in Godstow. Winter weddings in Godstow are dark by about 3:55pm, so plan a lit path from the party to the food, while a June wedding has light until about 9:25pm.
- Tell us whether it’s the wedding breakfast, the evening or both.
- We send a quote with the menu and staffing.
- The venue and we agree where the roaster goes.
- We arrive early and roast slowly on site.
- We carve and serve, then clear away.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
How to get a price
The quickest way to get a price is to send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Fill in our quote form.
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- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away