Our hog roast service in Wantage
King Alfred was born in Wantage, and his statue stands in the market place to prove it. The town lies at the foot of the chalk downs in the Vale of White Horse, named after the ancient chalk figure cut into the hillside at Uffington a few miles west. The Ridgeway runs along the top of the downs, and the land between is open, rolling farmland with racehorse gallops on the higher ground.
Out here the events are mostly rural, and hog roast Wantage bookings reflect it: farm weddings, marquee parties, village fetes and harvest gatherings. We cook and carve on site, bring every side and sauce, and staff the counter from start to finish.
We cater across Wantage as part of our hog roast catering in Oxfordshire. For the full picture of how we work, see our hog roast catering service page.
Where we cater in Wantage
Grove, just to the north, has grown into a sizeable neighbour, and its estates add family parties and community events. The villages along the spring line — Letcombe Regis, East and West Hendred, Childrey, Ardington — have barns, halls and big gardens that host weddings and milestone celebrations. The horse-racing community on the downs brings its own summer and seasonal gatherings.
Downland access can be the tricky part: chalk tracks up to farm venues, gates onto open fields and some exposed sites that catch the wind. We'll ask about the approach and plan a sheltered spot for the roast where possible.
- farm marquees beneath the downs
- barns in Letcombe Regis and the Hendreds
- village halls and greens across the Vale
- family gardens in Grove
- racing-yard and equestrian community events
- harvest suppers and shoot lunches
BBQ catering in Wantage
For events in Wantage with a mixed crowd or a tight serving window, we often suggest a BBQ, either on its own or running alongside the hog roast. Two serving points shorten the queue and give everyone more to choose from.
Our BBQ is a favourite for Vale village fetes and pony club or equestrian events, where food needs to be quick and easy to eat standing up.
Read more about mobile BBQ catering or browse the BBQ menu.
Events we cater in Wantage
Wedding hog roasts
A marquee with the downs as a backdrop is a classic Wantage wedding, and a whole hog or lamb roast suits it perfectly. Couples often ask for a relaxed family-style meal with bowls of salads and potatoes on the tables, then rolls with crackling for the evening.
Hog roast wedding cateringCorporate events
Rural businesses, equestrian yards and firms in and around Grove book team days and Christmas lunches, while the science campuses just to the east bring larger events. We scale the set-up to the group.
Catering for company eventsBirthday & private parties
Birthday parties on family farms, anniversaries in village halls and summer gatherings in big gardens are the Wantage staples. There's usually plenty of space, so a hog roast alongside a BBQ for younger guests is easy to arrange.
Milestone birthday catering · Hog roasts for private partiesWhat we cook
Pork hog roast
Our pork is slow-roasted whole on site and hand-carved at the counter as guests come up. Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling are the favourite; a plated buffet works well when it's the main meal.
View our hog roast menuLamb roast
A whole lamb on the spit gives the same sense of occasion as a hog roast with a lighter, herby feel. Serve it in flatbreads with minted yoghurt, or plated with potatoes and gravy.
Lamb roast cateringBBQ options
Grill favourites cooked to order: burgers, sausages, chicken thighs, halloumi skewers and vegan sausages, all served with rolls and a full sauce line-up.
BBQ packagesSides & salads
A roast without good sides is just meat in a bun. We make coleslaw and salads fresh, cook fries and sweet potato fries on site, and can add new potatoes, corn on the cob or a Greek-style salad depending on the season and the crowd.
Vegetarian, vegan & dietary options
Dietary needs are planned in from the start, not added at the end. Vegetarian and vegan dishes are cooked on separate equipment on request and clearly labelled, and allergen information is available for everything we serve. For guests with severe allergies, please talk to us before the event.
How our catering works
Tell us about the event
Send the date, postcode, rough guest numbers and the kind of food you have in mind. A few lines is plenty to start.
Get a tailored quote
We'll suggest a menu, service style and timings that suit the event, and send a clear written quote. Tweak it as much as you like.
Confirm the details
Final numbers, dietary requirements, access, parking and timings are agreed in writing ahead of the day, so there are no surprises.
We cook, serve and clear
We arrive early, cook everything fresh on site, serve your guests from our counter, and leave the space clean and tidy.
Areas we cover near Wantage
Alongside Wantage, we regularly cater in the surrounding area. Every town in the county is listed on our Oxfordshire hog roast catering page.
Hog roast FAQs for Wantage
Can you cater at an exposed farm site on the downs near Wantage?
Yes. We'll look for a sheltered spot for the roast and serving counter — near a barn, hedge or vehicle — and bring weighted gazebos. Let us know about the access track and any gates.
Do you cover Grove and the villages around Wantage?
Yes — Grove, Letcombe Regis, Childrey, the Hendreds, Ardington, Uffington, Stanford in the Vale and the villages across the Vale of White Horse.
How much does a hog roast in Wantage cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, staffing, the service style and the venue. We don't publish fixed prices because events vary so much — our hog roast cost guide explains the factors, and a quote is free.
