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Hog Roast Wedding Catering in Rotherhithe, Greater London
From the first smell of roasting pork to the last piece of crackling, a hog roast for your wedding makes the food part of your wedding in Rotherhithe.
- Rustic barn receptions
- Marquee weddings
- Garden weddings at home
Planning an event in Rotherhithe?
Weddings in Rotherhithe: venues, ceremonies and travel
Rotherhithe is about 2 miles south-east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. We cater weddings across Rotherhithe and nearby. Rotherhithe is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
Russia Dock Woodland can make a pretty photo stop, but check its rules for wedding groups first. Couples marrying at local churches such as Holy Trinity Church often hold the reception nearby, with the roast cooking through the ceremony.
Weddings anywhere in SE16, SE8 and E1W start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and a serving time. From Bush Road, Gomm Road and Swan Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Rotherhithe sits on or near the A200, so getting the roaster to your wedding is simple. If your venue is just outside Rotherhithe, we also cover Surrey Quays (1 mile south), Surrey Canal (1 mile south), South Bermondsey (1 mile south-west), Millwall (1 mile south-east) and North Greenwich (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in City of Westminster (5 miles west), Marylebone (5 miles west), Kensington (7 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles north-west), Walthamstow (6 miles north) and Hoxton (3 miles north-west).
A little further out are Tower of London (1.6 miles north-west) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (under half a mile south-west). Open spaces near Rotherhithe include St. James's Park Lake and Tower Hill.
- Local schools include Bacon's College (less than half a mile north) and St Mellitus College (1.1 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Ship York pub (less than half a mile east)
- Other local spots include Minories (1.6 miles north-west)
How our wedding hog roast works in Rotherhithe
A hog roast is made for marquee, barn and garden weddings near Rotherhithe. We cook outside, under cover, and the food is served in the marquee or barn. Typical bookings include blessings and renewals and marquee weddings, with halloumi skewers, rotisserie chicken and salads.
For a wedding in Rotherhithe, the venue’s rules decide where a hog roast can go. Ask about a courtyard or garden, and we will work through it together. We bring the roaster, the cover and everything we need to cook and serve, and we pack away and leave the area as we found it.
- Location
- Rotherhithe (SE16, SE8, E1W)
- County
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Also available
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
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Planning for dietary needs
A hog roast is pork, so plan for anyone who does not eat it. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Count non-pork eaters, so we can add lamb, chicken or vegetarian options
- Share the menu with your venue coordinator
- Stuffing normally contains gluten
- Ask about dietary needs on your RSVP card
Evening food normally goes out an hour or two after the first dance, timed with you in advance.
Ask for gluten-free rolls for any coeliac guests.
How the day works
We get there well ahead of service, because a whole hog takes hours to roast. The smell generally brings people over long before we carve. In Rotherhithe, evening wedding food often coincides with dusk: about 9:20pm at midsummer, 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September. Festoon lights by the carving station look lovely in the photos.
- Choose the main meal, the evening food or both.
- We send a quote with the menu and staffing.
- We confirm the cooking spot and access with the venue.
- We arrive early and roast slowly on site.
- Our chef carves and the team serves and clears.
Getting ready for the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
Getting a price
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
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Organising for someone else?
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Why choose wedding hog roast in Rotherhithe?
There are choices for guests who don’t eat pork.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Rotherhithe:
- Home weddings
- Intimate weddings
- Late-night wedding food
- The main wedding meal
Nearby historic houses include Queen's House (2.1 miles south-east) and Mansion House (2.2 miles north-west). Grand venues like these normally set rules for outside caterers, so ask before booking.
Questions to ask before booking
- Allergen information for every dish
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Whether plates or china are included
- If the price includes VAT
What affects the price in Rotherhithe
Here’s what affects the price:
- How long the roast and service take
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- How many people are eating
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. We quote every event individually, with everything listed.
Getting an accurate quote
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Where the event is
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.
Is a hog roast right for your wedding?
Compared with a barbecue, one roast feeds all your guests together. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What you get with us
- Our staff serve and clear
- Carved to order by a chef
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
Take a look at our prices page or what a hog roast costs.
Where the roaster can go in Rotherhithe
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Flat ground outside the reception for the roaster
- A way in for the roaster
- Power for lights in the evening
Rotherhithe is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access can be tight: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Crackling
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Spit-roast lamb
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
Common questions in Rotherhithe
What’s the nearest station to Rotherhithe?
Rotherhithe has its own station: Canada Water station.
What if our house in Rotherhithe has no side access?
Frequently, if there is a rear gate, a front garden or a yard we can use. Tell us about steps, gates and parking and we’ll advise.
Can you do gluten-free?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we’ll bring them. We’ll give you full allergen information for every dish.
What do you need from us on the day?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We will bring the rest.
Is there a non-pork option?
There are lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options: spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan burger or sausage. Please note we do not offer halal meat.
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.
What’s the price?
Numbers, menu and travel decide the price. Tell us your date and we will send a price.
Who serves?
You do not need anyone else: we carve, serve and tidy up.
Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone ends up cooking in batches all afternoon. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For weddings and bigger events, a catered roast is generally easier.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards