Hampshire · England
Wedding Hog Roast for Nob's Crook
We bring a hog roast for your wedding across Nob's Crook and Hampshire, roasting on site and carving to order, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Rustic barn receptions
- Second-day get-togethers
- Garden weddings at home
Wedding hog roast for Nob's Crook
Is a hog roast right for your wedding?
Next to a cold buffet, hot carved pork beats sandwiches every time. The main driver is numbers: bigger groups typically cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
Why book with us
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Served at the time you choose
- Our staff serve and clear
- Fresh carving at the serving station
Read our prices page or our hog roast cost guide.
Wedding hog roast in Nob's Crook, carved to order
Your venue and we agree the cooking spot and timings well before the day, so nothing is left to chance. For blessings and renewals and evening receptions, we can cook spit-roast lamb, halloumi skewers and new potatoes and more.
A wedding in a small place like Nob's Crook frequently means a field, a barn or a family garden. That’s where a hog roast shines: no kitchen needed, just an outdoor cooking spot. Let us know about access and ground. Our chef carves in front of your guests, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp, and nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
Your questions about a hog roast for your wedding in Nob's Crook
Is Nob's Crook too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of the Holy Trinity: 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. Tell us where you will gather.
What if it rains?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
Can we offer lamb too?
Of course: lamb and pork together give guests a choice.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We work back from your serving time.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Where does the hog roast go?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We’ll check it with you before booking.
What do you need from us on the day?
Only the space and a contact number. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
For event organisers in Nob's Crook
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Who books wedding hog roast in Nob's Crook?
Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options mean every guest is looked after.
Hosts in Nob's Crook book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Marquee weddings
- Weddings in a family garden
- Anniversary vow renewals
- Rustic barn receptions
Among the historic houses close to Nob's Crook are South Stoneham House (4.6 miles south-west). Historic houses and estates frequently have rules on outside caterers, so check early if that’s your venue.
What to look for in a quote
- How many staff will carve and serve
- Any travel or access charges
- The space, cover and access they need
- A clear list of what’s included
What a hog roast costs
The biggest factors are:
- How many people are eating
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- Access to the cooking area
- Plates or china
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The venue or postcode
- Any venue rules
- An estimate of numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Every wedding is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your wedding for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
What comes off the roaster
Roast pork
Our chef carves the pork as it’s needed, so it stays hot and juicy.
Crackling
Crackling takes hours to get right, and a whole hog roasted slowly gets it just right.
Weddings in Nob's Crook: venues, ceremonies and travel
Nob's Crook is about 2 miles north-east of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. We cater weddings at gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Nob's Crook and the surrounding area. Nob's Crook is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cater. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 6 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, Eastleigh station is about 2.2 miles away. For outdoor photos, Shawford Down is close by.
Wherever your wedding is in SO21, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we cater weddings include Fisher's Pond (1 mile south-east), Colden Common (1 mile north-west), Brambridge (1 mile north-west), Lord's Wood (1 mile west) and Crowdhill (1 mile south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (5 miles north), Gosport (15 miles south-east), Fareham (11 miles south-east), Horndean (14 miles south-east), Totton (10 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (3 miles west).
A little further out are Wolvesey Castle (4.8 miles north) and Moorgreen Hospital (4.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Twyford Down and Shawford Down.
- Local schools include Wyvern Technology College (2.1 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Fox & Hounds pub (1 mile south-east)
Towns and villages near Nob's Crook
More for events in Nob's Crook
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Halal is not offered, so plan separately if needed
- Request gluten-free rolls if needed
- Collect dietary needs with RSVPs
- Confirm final numbers a week or so before
Evening food generally goes out an hour or two after the first dance.
China crockery can be added for the wedding breakfast, as an extra.
DIY versus a catered hog roast
We also hire out the hog roast machine for confident cooks. You do the roasting and carving; we’ll confirm what comes with it when you ask.
Catered or DIY? With catering, our chef roasts, carves and serves, and our staff clear up. With DIY hire, you do the work and save on staffing.
What happens on the day
The secret is time: the meat cooks gently until it’s tender while the skin turns into crackling. It rests for a short while before carving. In Nob's Crook, evening wedding food frequently coincides with dusk: sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September. A few lights by the serving table help guests and photos alike.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and running order.
- 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.
- We roast during the ceremony and drinks, then carve at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we tidy our area and leave you to the party.
How to prepare
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Name a contact for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Ask for a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or SO21 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- 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