Hampshire · England
Hog Roast Wedding Catering in Kingsmead, Hampshire
Something for nearly everyone: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, with salads and potatoes on the side. Wedding hog roast in Kingsmead.
- The day after the wedding
- Blessings and renewals
- Late-night wedding food
Book a hog roast in Kingsmead
Is a hog roast right for your wedding?
If your venue has an in-house caterer, ask whether outside caterers are allowed for evening food. Some venues charge a fee. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why book our hog roast in Kingsmead
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Planned to your running order
How our wedding hog roast works in Kingsmead
Couples book a hog roast for the main meal, the evening or both. The hog roasts slowly at your venue through the afternoon, then carve at the time you’ve set. For marquee receptions and second-day get-togethers, we will put together a menu of carved roast pork, spit-roast lamb and halloumi skewers.
Near Kingsmead, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. That’s where a hog roast shines: no kitchen needed, just an outdoor cooking spot. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. The carving happens right in front of your guests, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling.
Getting married in Kingsmead?
Kingsmead is about 5 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. We cover Kingsmead and its neighbours for weddings. Kingsmead is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 10 miles away.
Guests coming by rail will want to know that Botley station, about 4 miles west, is the nearest station.
Anywhere in PO17, we can bring the roaster to you. Nearby, we also cater weddings in Woodend (1 mile east), Mislingford (1 mile north), Shirrell Heath (1 mile west), Soberton Heath (1 mile east) and Shedfield (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (12 miles north-west), Gosport (8 miles south), Havant (9 miles south-east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-west), Fareham (5 miles south) and Horndean (7 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Bishop's Waltham Museum (3.2 miles north-west) and Knowle Hospital (3.1 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Portsdown Hill and St Clair's Meadow.
- Pubs nearby include The Roebuck pub (within half a mile south)
How it works
We roast under cover, so a shower won’t spoil the food. It’s worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. For a summer wedding in Kingsmead, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, so evening food is frequently carved in daylight in June and July. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it’s dark by about 4:00pm.
- Tell us your date, venue and numbers.
- We check the venue’s rules and the date, then quote.
- We agree timings with your venue coordinator.
- We roast during the day, then carve at the agreed time.
- Our staff serve and clear, then we leave quietly.
How to prepare
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
How to get a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
For event organisers in Kingsmead
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Check early, and tell us what they ask for.
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
Planning for dietary needs
Some guests will not eat pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Put a dietary question on the invitation
- Give your coordinator the final menu
- Pass numbers for vegetarians and vegans to us
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
Running late? A slow roast can wait a little. Just keep us informed.
Salads, new potatoes and roast potatoes make a full wedding breakfast.
What a hog roast costs
Each price is built from:
- The journey to the venue
- Crockery choices
- How many people are eating
- Menu choices and extras
UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. We quote every event individually, with everything listed.
What to tell us
These are the details we need:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- The address or postcode
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Crackling
Crackling is what people queue for: golden, crunchy and salty, straight off the hog.
Roast pork
Everything starts with the slow-roasted pork: carved thick or thin, as people like it, and served hot.
Events we cater in Kingsmead
Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options mean every guest is looked after.
Our roaster has been booked for all sorts of events around Kingsmead, including:
- Intimate weddings
- The main wedding meal
- The day after the wedding
- Late-night wedding food
Wedding photographers in the area frequently head for St Clair's Meadow, and the countryside around Kingsmead suits an outdoor reception.
What your quote should include
- What crockery is supplied
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- A clear list of what’s included
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
Also near Kingsmead
What else we do in Kingsmead
Kingsmead: your questions answered
Is Kingsmead close to London?
About 61 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Kingsmead?
Botley station, about 4 miles west of the centre.
What do you need from us on the day?
Only the space and a contact number. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. The food can be carried in and served indoors where the venue allows.
How big a hog will we need?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so tell us your best estimate. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
Do we need to provide electricity?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. Power can help with lighting after dark.
What if our venue has its own caterer?
Many do, but some only allow approved caterers or charge a fee. Ask your venue early, and we will work with them on the details.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
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.
Where the roaster can go in Kingsmead
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Step-free access for our equipment
- Lighting for evening service
- Serving inside the marquee or barn if allowed
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Spit-roast lamb
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Crackling
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards