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Wedding Hog Roast in Pett Bottom
Treat your guests to slow-roasted pork and crackling at your wedding in Pett Bottom. We roast on site, carve to order and serve it hot.
- Weddings in a family garden
- Farm weddings
- Anniversary vow renewals
Wedding hog roast in Pett Bottom
Why choose a hog roast in Pett Bottom?
Compared with a three-course plated meal, a hog roast wedding breakfast is relaxed and normally costs less per head. It still feels special. Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Why Pett Bottom hosts choose us
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Planned to your running order
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
Read our prices page and what a hog roast costs.
Wedding hog roast in Pett Bottom, carved to order
Evening wedding food has one job: feed hungry dancers. Rolls with roast pork and crackling are just the thing, and they’re easy to eat with a drink in hand. We’re frequently asked to cater wedding breakfasts with sides and anniversary vow renewals, with rotisserie chicken, spit-roast lamb and salads.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Pett Bottom, and slow-roasted pork carved for guests adds to it. Plan a firm route in, especially if it rains. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
What the cooking area needs
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Serving inside the marquee or barn if allowed
- A safe distance from marquee walls, buildings and trees
- Flat ground outside the reception for the roaster
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Hog roast rolls
- Crackling
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
How the day works
Your timings come first. If things run late, a cooked roast can be kept hot for a while, so keep us posted on the day. Evening food at a Pett Bottom wedding frequently goes out just as the light fades: sunset is around 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September. A few lights by the serving table help guests and photos alike.
- Send us the date, venue and guest 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.
- Our staff serve and clear, then we leave quietly.
How to prepare
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
Get a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
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DIY versus a catered hog roast
Full catering or machine hire? Catered means we do everything: roasting, carving, serving and clearing. With hire only, you do the cooking yourself.
Roasting a whole hog yourself is possible, but it takes hours of attention, from setting up and lighting the roaster to carving. A catered hog roast means you can enjoy the day.
Pett Bottom weddings: local tips
Pett Bottom is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. Planning a hog roast for your wedding in Pett Bottom? We cover the whole area. Pett Bottom is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater.
Guests coming by rail will want to know that the closest railway station is Bekesbourne station, roughly 3 miles north-east of the centre. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 6 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue where a hog roast can cook.
Weddings anywhere in CT4 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and roughly how many guests. From Pett Bottom Road and School Lane or a nearby road, we’ll bring the roaster to you. Other places close to Pett Bottom we cover include Lower Hardres (1 mile north-west), Upper Hardres (1 mile south-west), Street End (1 mile north-west), Lynsore Bottom (1 mile south) and Nackington (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (12 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Whitstable (9 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Canterbury Castle (3.4 miles north) and Rupert Bear Museum (3.5 miles north).
- Pubs nearby include The Duck pub (within half a mile south-east)
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Perfect for your wedding in Pett Bottom
The carving station brings guests together, and it makes a lovely photo.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Pett Bottom. Here are some of the most popular:
- Evening receptions
- Relaxed, low-key weddings
- Garden weddings at home
- Blessings and renewals
Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of St Mary often hold the reception nearby, with the roast cooking through the ceremony.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- How many staff will carve and serve
- The full menu and the sides
Planners, venues and businesses
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Questions from Pett Bottom
What’s the nearest station to Pett Bottom?
Bekesbourne station, about 3 miles north-east of the centre.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Mary: can you cater?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Can you do gluten-free?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
What happens in bad weather?
Rain does not stop the cooking. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
What do you need from us on the day?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
How much room do you need?
A flat, open spot outside, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A photo helps.
Will our venue allow a hog roast?
Your venue decides: some welcome outside caterers, others don’t. We will sort the details with them.
What a hog roast costs
We do not use a fixed price list, because every wedding is different. What matters most:
- Site access
- How long the roast and service take
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Whether you want china
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Getting an accurate quote
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- Dietary requirements
- The venue or postcode
- Your menu choices
- Your date and serving time
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Rolls and stuffing generally contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls if needed
- Note which guests don’t eat pork, so we can add lamb, chicken or vegetarian options
- Share the menu with your venue coordinator
- Remember that stuffing typically contains gluten, so check the allergen list
Running late? A slow roast can wait a little. Your coordinator can keep us posted.
For a sit-down meal, ask for china, quoted separately.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards