Kent · England
Hog Roast Wedding Catering in Hockenden, Kent
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Book a hog roast for your wedding in Hockenden.
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A hog roast near Hockenden
Planning a wedding hog roast in Hockenden
Hockenden is about 2 miles north-east of Orpington, in Kent. We cover weddings in Hockenden. We cover 922 places in Kent. Our bookings stretch from Hockenden to London (13 miles away).
It’s worth telling train travellers that the nearest station is Swanley station, about 1 mile south-east. If you’re hoping for photos in Foots Cray Meadows, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Hockenden, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue where a hog roast can cook.
This part of Kent takes in BR8. Neighbouring places where we cater weddings include Upper Ruxley (1 mile north-west), Stonehill Green (1 mile north-east), Ruxley (1 mile north-west), Puddledock (2 miles north-east) and Hextable (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Dartford (4 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (8 miles south), Gravesend (10 miles east), Tonbridge (15 miles south), Northfleet (9 miles east) and Kings Hill (14 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include London Borough of Bromley Museum (2.6 miles south-west) and Eynsford Castle (3.4 miles south-east). Open spaces near Hockenden include The Warren and Summer Hill.
- Nearby schools include Orchards Academy (0.9 miles south-east)
How our wedding hog roast works in Hockenden
Not every guest eats pork, so we plan for that: spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan option. Halal meat is not available. Typical bookings include evening receptions and vow renewals and blessings, with new potatoes, rotisserie chicken and salads.
A wedding in a small place like Hockenden frequently means a field, a barn or a family garden. A hog roast is made for that: no kitchen, just level ground and cover. Let us know about access and ground. The hog is roasted on site at your wedding, slowly, over several hours.
Catered or do it yourself?
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
Full catering or machine hire? With catering, our chef roasts, carves and serves, and our staff clear up. With hire only, you do the cooking yourself.
Occasions we serve in Hockenden
Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options mean every guest is looked after.
We’re regularly asked to cater all sorts of events around Hockenden, such as:
- Evening food after the first dance
- Anniversary vow renewals
- Wedding breakfasts
- Home weddings
Historic houses near Hockenden include Hall Place and Gardens (3.2 miles north) and Lullingstone Castle (3.6 miles south-east). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and gas cooking.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
Is a hog roast right for your wedding?
If your venue does its own catering, ask whether outside caterers are allowed for evening food. There may be a fee. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why book our hog roast in Hockenden
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- We bring everything to cook and serve
See how we price or the cost guide.
What the cooking area needs
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Before booking, check:
- A serving area close to where guests eat
- A way in for the roaster
- Lighting for evening service
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast or jacket potatoes
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Hockenden: your questions answered
Is Hockenden close to London?
Roughly 13 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can we have a hog roast as the main meal?
Many couples do exactly that, with lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside.
Do venues allow outside hog roasts?
It depends on the venue. Check with them first, and we will liaise with them.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Can we add a second roast?
Yes, spit-roast lamb can go alongside the pork.
Can you do gluten-free?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. You’ll get allergen details for everything.
Do we need extra food?
For the main meal, add sides such as salads and potatoes; in the evening, rolls on their own work well.
Planners, venues and businesses
For workplace bookings, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We work to the site’s rules.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Step by step
We get there well ahead of service, since slow roasting cannot be rushed. Your guests will smell it long before they see it. At midsummer, sunset in Hockenden is about 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:50pm, and in late September about 7:05pm.
- You tell us your date, venue, numbers and whether it’s the wedding breakfast, the evening or both.
- We check the venue and the cooking spot and send a price.
- We agree arrival, cooking spot and serving times with you and your venue.
- The hog roasts through the afternoon, and our chef carves on cue.
- We clear away once everyone has eaten.
How to prepare
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
Getting a price
If you are comparing hog roast caterers for Hockenden, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. For a quote, use our quote form.
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What comes off the roaster
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken from the rotisserie gives people a non-pork choice, turned until the skin is golden.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
How we price a hog roast for your wedding
Each price is built from:
- Travel to Hockenden
- Numbers
- Season and day of the week
- Crockery choices
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- Rough numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies we should know about
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away