West Sussex · England
Christmas Hog Roast for Abbotsford
Something for nearly everyone: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Christmas hog roast in Abbotsford.
- Club and society Christmas parties
- December open days
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
A hog roast near Abbotsford
Christmas hog roast in Abbotsford, carved to order
We plan for winter weather: the roast is under cover; guests need somewhere dry. A hall, office or marquee works well. We serve roast potatoes, roast turkey and hog roast rolls, and we’re regularly asked to cater christmas fairs and end-of-term celebrations.
For a Christmas party near Abbotsford, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key, as fields are frequently soft. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
- Area
- Abbotsford (RH15)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Occasions we serve in Abbotsford
It is a generous way to say thank you.
Whatever the occasion in Abbotsford, a slow roast goes a long way. We’re frequently asked to cater:
- Society Christmas socials
- December open days
- End-of-year team celebrations
- Winter fairs and markets
A winter fair at a school like St Paul's Catholic College gets dark early, so hot food is popular.
What your quote should include
- What crockery is supplied
- What the price includes, item by item
- Travel and any London charges
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
Christmas parties in Abbotsford: local tips
Abbotsford is about 1 mile north-west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Abbotsford and the surrounding area. Abbotsford is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from Abbotsford to Brighton (10 miles away).
For colleagues travelling by train, the nearest station is Wivelsfield station, about 1.2 miles south-east. Christmas fairs at a church such as St Edward the Confessor can book a hog roast stall. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Abbotsford, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
Wherever your Christmas party is in RH15, we can roast on site for your guests. We also bring hog roasts to Christmas parties in Jacob's Post (1 mile south), World's End (1 mile south-east), Burgess Hill (1 mile south-east), Goddards Green (1 mile west) and Ansty (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (10 miles north), Horsham (10 miles north-west), Worthing (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (3 miles north-east), East Grinstead (12 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Burgess Hill Museum (1.3 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (4.4 miles south). Open spaces near Abbotsford include Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Wolstonbury Hill.
- Schools near Abbotsford include Sheddingdean Community Primary School (0.8 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Woolpack Public House (0.7 miles south)
Organising for someone else?
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and tell us what they ask for.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
How the day works
The roaster is gas-fired, so cooking doesn’t depend on mains power, though a socket nearby is handy for lighting. Christmas parties in Abbotsford are almost always after dark: sunset is about 3:55pm in December. We bring lighting for the cooking area; tell us about lighting on the way to it.
- Send us your Christmas party date, venue and numbers.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day we arrive early and get the roast going.
- We carve and serve hot when you’re ready.
- We tidy up and go, whatever the weather.
Preparing for the day
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or RH15 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What we serve, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there’s a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so everyone has something hot.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes turn rolls into a full meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Catered or do it yourself?
Buying in a cold buffet is another option, but hot, freshly carved roast pork is a different experience.
Full catering or machine hire? With catering, our chef roasts, carves and serves, and our staff clear up. With DIY hire, you do the work and save on staffing.
Is a hog roast right for your Christmas party?
For a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are always popular. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why Abbotsford hosts choose us
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Timed around your day
Take a look at how we price or what a hog roast costs.
Places near Abbotsford
Also in Abbotsford
Common questions in Abbotsford
Is Abbotsford too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you cater at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you trade at our Christmas fair?
Yes, a hog roast is a popular stall at Christmas fairs. Send us the details.
What about guests who don’t eat pork?
There are lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options: spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan burger or sausage. We don’t offer halal meat.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
DIY machine hire is available. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
What’s included?
Rolls with roast pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. You can add lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options, salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
What if it rains?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Is lighting needed?
It gets dark early, so we plan lighting with you.
Where the roaster can go in Abbotsford
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Indoor space for eating
- A lit route to the food
- A short route for our equipment
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast turkey
- Salads
- Roast potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Crackling
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Planning for dietary needs
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Collect dietary needs with Christmas party sign-ups
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Send the allergen list round before the party
Lighting at the serving table matters after dark, so tell us what’s already there.
Add roast turkey for a traditional Christmas touch.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away