Isle of Wight · England
Hog Roast Wedding Catering in Northwood, Isle of Wight
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast for your wedding makes the food part of your wedding in Northwood.
- Garden weddings at home
- Rustic barn receptions
- Second-day get-togethers
Slow-roasted pork in Northwood
Wedding hog roast in Northwood, slow-roasted on site
We work with your venue on the cooking spot, timings and access, so on the day everything is in place. We are frequently asked to cater vow renewals and blessings and weddings in a marquee, with carved roast pork, new potatoes and rotisserie chicken.
Near Northwood, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. A hog roast is made for that: no kitchen, just level ground and cover. Let us know about access and ground. The carving happens right in front of your guests, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp.
- Area
- Northwood (PO31)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Northwood weddings: local tips
Northwood is about 1 mile south of Cowes, in the Isle of Wight. We take a hog roast for your wedding to gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Northwood and the surrounding area. We bring hog roasts to all 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Northwood to Southampton (13 miles away).
Wedding photographers in the area frequently head for Mill Hill. If you are marrying at a church near Northwood, such as All Saints' Church, and holding the reception nearby, the hog roast can be cooking while you say your vows. With the coast within about 2 miles, many venues here have sea views. We’ll think about shelter from sea breezes.
This part of the Isle of Wight takes in PO31. That could mean a wedding in a garden on Nodes Road, Wyatts Lane and Uplands Road or the roads around them, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the roaster. Close by, we cover weddings in Rew Street (1 mile west), Gurnard (1 mile north), Cowes (1 mile north), Noke Common (2 miles south) and Parkhurst (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Newport (3 miles south), Ryde (7 miles east), Sandown (9 miles south-east), Shanklin (10 miles south-east), Ventnor (11 miles south-east) and Oakfield (7 miles east). For a wedding at a remote spot, tell us early so we can plan the journey.
Other landmarks nearby include Isle of Wight Natural History Centre (0.5 miles north) and West Cowes Castle (1.7 miles north). Open spaces near Northwood include Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Cowes Enterprise College (1.4 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find The Travellers Joy pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Also near Northwood
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How it works
People love watching the carving: the hog is carved in front of your guests, with crackling for everyone who wants it. Evening food at a Northwood wedding frequently goes out just as the light fades: sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September. A few lights by the serving table help guests and photos alike.
- Tell us your date, venue and numbers.
- We confirm the date and the venue and send a price.
- We agree timings with your venue coordinator.
- The hog roasts through the afternoon; our chef carves on cue.
- We serve, tidy up and slip away.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
Get a quote
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your wedding: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Before you choose a spot
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Before booking, check:
- A safe distance from marquee walls, buildings and trees
- A short walk from the serving station to the guests
- Approval from the venue or marquee supplier
Northwood is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we’ll plan the journey.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Northwood
- Crackling
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue, one roast feeds all your guests together. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why Northwood hosts choose us
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Carved to order by a chef
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
About the food
Rotisserie chicken
For guests who don’t eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and children typically like it too.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sage and onion stuffing and apple sauce are the classic partners, cutting through the richness of the pork.
Full catering or machine hire?
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.
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
Your questions about a hog roast for your wedding in Northwood
Can you cater after a service at All Saints' Church?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with room to cook outside. Churches rarely have space for a hog roast, so the food is generally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Can you roast near the sea around Northwood?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Can we offer lamb too?
Of course: lamb and pork together give guests a choice.
Who serves?
Our chef carves and our staff serve, and we clear up when service is finished.
What should we sort out beforehand?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We will bring the rest.
Can we have a hog roast as the main meal?
Of course: carved pork on plates with sides, and our staff serve your guests.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Each event is priced on its own, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Ask us for a quote.
How soon do you get booked up?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we’ll check.
Perfect for your wedding in Northwood
Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options mean every guest is looked after.
Our roaster has been booked for a wide mix of occasions near Northwood, including:
- Home weddings
- Relaxed, low-key weddings
- Evening receptions
- Wedding breakfasts with sides
Historic houses near Northwood include Osborne House (2 miles east) and Carisbrooke Castle (3.9 miles south). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and gas cooking.
Comparing caterers
- Plates, china and cutlery
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- If the price includes VAT
Looking after everyone
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. Other tips:
- Ask about dietary needs on your RSVP card
- Stuffing normally contains gluten
- Pass numbers for vegetarians and vegans to us
- Give your coordinator the final menu
On your wedding day, the food should look after itself. We arrive hours before serving, roast through the day and carve on cue.
Add spit-roast lamb for a second roast.
For event organisers in Northwood
If you’re booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We will fit in with site rules.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
- 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
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away