Kent · England
Hog Roast Wedding Catering in West Hythe, Kent
We bring a hog roast for your wedding across West Hythe and Kent, cooking slowly at your venue and serving it hot, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Evening receptions
- The day after the wedding
- Wedding breakfasts
A hog roast near West Hythe
Wedding hog roast in West Hythe, carved to order
The carving station becomes a focal point: people gather round as the chef carves. It feels like an occasion. On the menu are spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken and carved roast pork, and typical bookings are for evening receptions and wedding breakfasts with sides.
A wedding in a small place like West Hythe frequently means a field, a barn or a family garden. A hog roast is made for that: no kitchen needed, just an outdoor cooking spot. Let us know about access and ground. 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.
A hog roast or other catering?
Next to a formal three-course meal, a hog roast is more relaxed and frequently better value. It still feels special. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why West Hythe hosts choose us
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Serving and clearing done for you
See how we price or the cost guide.
Nearby places to West Hythe
What else we do in West Hythe
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.
If you’re confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You do the roasting and carving; we will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
West Hythe: your questions answered
Can you roast near the sea around West Hythe?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
How far is West Hythe from London?
About 57 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can we offer lamb too?
Lamb and chicken are both available as a second option.
How much does a hog roast cost?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Tell us your date and we’ll send a price.
What comes with the hog roast?
Roast pork carved into soft rolls with sage and onion stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. You can add lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options, salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do we need extra food?
We’ll plan quantities from your numbers, and the quote lists everything.
Can the hog roast be for the evening?
Yes. We’ll time it around your first dance and band.
What about guests who don’t eat pork?
We can add lamb or chicken, plus halloumi skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage. Halal meat is not something we offer.
About the food
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and roast or jacket potatoes, depending on the season and the occasion.
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is there for anyone who’d rather not have pork, and it suits fussy eaters.
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Perfect for your wedding in West Hythe
It feels generous and relaxed, perfect for an informal day.
However big or small the event in West Hythe, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We are often asked to cater:
- Farm weddings
- Small, informal weddings
- Anniversary vow renewals
- Second-day get-togethers
Nearby historic houses include Westenhanger Castle (1.8 miles north). Historic houses and estates often have rules on outside caterers, so check early if that is your venue.
Before booking anyone
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- What crockery is supplied
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Count non-pork eaters, so we can add lamb, chicken or vegetarian options
- Give final numbers in good time
- Put a dietary question on the invitation
- Give your coordinator the final menu
We will be at the venue for most of the day, out of the way, by the cooking area.
Festoon lights by the carving station look lovely in evening photos; tell your venue or marquee supplier.
What happens on the day
We take care of everything from the first hour of roasting to clearing away, so you can get on with your wedding in West Hythe. Evening food at a West Hythe 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.
- You tell us your date, venue, numbers and whether it is the wedding breakfast, the evening or both.
- You get a check on the date and venue, and a quote.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Weddings in West Hythe: venues, ceremonies and travel
West Hythe is about 2 miles west of Hythe, in Kent. Wherever your wedding is in West Hythe, we can bring the roaster, as long as there is an outdoor spot to cook. West Hythe is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We cater events right across the region, from West Hythe to Canterbury (15 miles away).
If you are marrying at a church near West Hythe, such as Church of St Stephen, and holding the reception nearby, the hog roast can be cooking while you say your vows. Planning photos in Sandling Park? It’s worth checking the park’s rules first. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 7 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue where a hog roast can cook. The sea is within about 3 miles, so seaside venues are close. We’ll think about shelter from sea breezes.
We cater weddings across the CT21 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your wedding is on Royal Military Road, St Mary's Road and West Hythe Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the roaster to you. If your venue is just outside West Hythe, we also cover Lympne (1 mile north-west), Palmarsh (1 mile south-east), Berwick (1 mile north), Pedlinge (1 mile north-east) and Newingreen (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (9 miles north-west), Canterbury (15 miles north), Dover (13 miles north-east), Folkestone (6 miles east), Tower Hamlets (12 miles east) and Hawkinge (6 miles north-east).
A little further out are Lympne Castle (under half a mile north-west) and Hythe Museum (2.2 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Tolsford Hill.
- Schools near West Hythe include Brockhill Park Performing Arts College (1.8 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include Botolphs Bridge Inn (0.5 miles south-west)
Space, access and the venue
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- A serving area close to where guests eat
- A level spot near, but not too near, the marquee
- Power for lights in the evening
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Crackling
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Roast or jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away