Brighton and Hove · England
Hog Roast Wedding Catering in Preston, Brighton and Hove
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Wedding hog roast in Preston.
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Slow-roasted pork in Preston
Wedding hog roast in Preston, slow-roasted on site
A hog roast gives your wedding a centrepiece: guests gather, the chef carves and the crackling disappears fast. It feels like an occasion. Whether it’s relaxed, low-key weddings and the day after the wedding, we will put together a menu of carved roast pork, rotisserie chicken and crackling for your guests.
Weddings in a place like Preston frequently feel personal: a local church, then a marquee in a garden or field. The roaster cooks a safe distance from the marquee. Let us know about access. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
- Location
- Preston (BN1, BN3, BN88)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Also available
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Events we cater in Preston
It feels generous and relaxed, perfect for an informal day.
Whatever the occasion in Preston, a slow roast goes a long way. Bookings frequently include:
- Blessings and renewals
- Home weddings
- Wedding breakfasts
- Marquee weddings
Ladies Mile nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Preston suits an outdoor reception.
Before you book anyone
- Who carves and who serves
- Allergen information for every dish
- What the price includes, item by item
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
Towns and villages near Preston
Also in Preston
Preston: your questions answered
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Where will the roaster go at our wedding?
Outside, under its own cover, a safe distance from the marquee. We can serve inside the marquee if the supplier agrees.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Can the hog roast be for the evening?
Yes. We’ll agree a serving time around your running order.
Will guests be full?
Quantities are based on your guest list, and we’ll confirm it in writing.
Can we have a hog roast as the main meal?
Of course: carved pork on plates with sides, with our staff serving.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
DIY machine hire is available. We will confirm what comes with it and how to use it.
Weddings in Preston: venues, ceremonies and travel
Preston is about 1 mile north-west of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. Thinking about a hog roast for your wedding in Preston? We cover the whole area. Preston is one of 30 towns and villages in Brighton and Hove where we cater.
For guests travelling by train, Preston has its own station, Preston Park station. Marrying at St John the Evangelist's Church? A reception in a garden, barn or marquee close by gives the roaster an outdoor spot. With the South Downs National Park within about 6 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check the cooking spot with the venue. With the coast within about 2 miles, many venues here have sea views. We’ll think about shelter from sea breezes.
This part of Brighton and Hove takes in BN1, BN3 and BN88. Streets in the area include Home Road, Bates Road and Loder Road, and a wedding on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Preston sits on or near the A23, so getting the roaster to your wedding is simple. For weddings just outside Preston, we cover Withdean (1 mile north), Prestonville (1 mile south), Hollingdean (1 mile east), Seven Dials (1 mile south) and West Hill (1 mile south). We also serve nearby towns such as Saltdean (6 miles south-east), East Saltdean (6 miles south-east), Roedean (3 miles south-east), Rottingdean (4 miles south-east) and Ovingdean (4 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Churchill Square (1.5 miles south) and Brighton Transport Museum (0.5 miles south). Within reach you will find Newmarket Hill and Ladies Mile.
- Nearby schools include Dorothy Stringer High School (under half a mile north-east) and Varndean College (0.5 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Crown and Anchor Inn (less than half a mile south-west)
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
A common mix is a plated meal followed by an evening hog roast; others make the hog roast the main meal. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
What you get with us
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Planned to your running order
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- An itemised quote
Read how we price or what a hog roast costs.
What a hog roast costs
We work out each quote from:
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Site access
- Travel to Preston
UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
Details that help
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Your menu choices
- A picture of the cooking area
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Roughly how many people
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Planning the cooking spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- Light near the carving station after dark
- The venue’s agreement to a gas-fired roaster
- A way in for the roaster
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Spit-roast lamb
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Crackling
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
What comes off the roaster
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Everything goes into a soft roll, perfect for eating on the move. Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Crackling
Long, slow roasting turns the skin into crackling, and we break it up so everyone gets a piece.
Step by step
Rain does not stop the roast, because we cook under cover. It is worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. In Preston, midsummer sunset is about 9:20pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:05pm, so evening food is often carved in daylight in June and July. For autumn and winter weddings, when it is dark by about 3:55pm in December, plan lighting at the carving station.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and running order.
- We check the venue’s rules and the date, then send a quote.
- We fit our timings around your running order and the venue.
- We cook through the day and serve right on cue.
- Afterwards we tidy our area and leave you to the party.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
How to get a price
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
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Catered or do it yourself?
You could roast a hog yourself, but it is a long day’s work, from setting up and lighting the roaster to carving. With us catering, you get to be a host, not a cook.
DIY hire works best when someone in the family loves cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
Working with your venue
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep you both updated.
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards