Hampshire · England
Christmas Party Catering in Arford, Hampshire
Planning a hog roast for your Christmas party in Arford? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
- Christmas fairs
- End-of-term celebrations
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
Slow-roasted pork in Arford
About our Christmas hog roast in Arford
Festive events of all kinds around Arford suit a hog roast, from small teams to big crowds. We serve rotisserie chicken, roast turkey and roast potatoes, and typical bookings are for sports club Christmas do’s and christmas markets.
In a small place like Arford, December lanes are dark, so let us know about access and lighting. Our chef carves in front of your guests, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling.
DIY versus a catered hog roast
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.
The hardest part of a DIY hog roast is timing: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If you’d rather not worry about it, let us cook.
What comes off the roaster
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls make a hog roast easy to eat anywhere. Gluten-free rolls can be provided on request.
Occasions we serve in Arford
Offer roast turkey as well as the hog.
People around Arford book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Lights switch-on evenings
- Christmas markets
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
- Christmas family parties
Train travellers will want to know that Liphook station, about 3.6 miles south, is the nearest station.
Comparing caterers
- The space, cover and access they need
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for every dish
Arford in December: what to know
Arford is about 6 miles south of Farnham, in Hampshire. Arford and the surrounding area are covered for Christmas parties. We cater all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. We cater events right across the region, from Arford to Guildford (14 miles away).
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as The Holme Church of England Primary School, suit a hog roast. Christmas fairs at a church such as Church of All Saints can book a hog roast stall. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Arford, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
We cater Christmas parties across the GU35 postcode area. That could mean a Christmas party in a garden on Beech Hill Road, Arford Common and Headley Hill Road, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Other places close to Arford we cover include Headley (1 mile south-west), Headley Down (1 mile east), Lindford (1 mile west), Standford (1 mile south-west) and Wishanger Common (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Farnborough (12 miles north), Fleet (11 miles north), Aldershot (9 miles north), Alton (7 miles west), Petersfield (10 miles south-west) and Yateley (15 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Chase Community Hospital (2.3 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Deadwater Valley and Gibbet Hill.
- Nearby schools include Mill Chase Academy (1.6 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Holly Bush Inn (0.5 miles south-west)
Is a hog roast right for your Christmas party?
Mix and match: pork for the crackling fans, turkey for traditionalists. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why book our hog roast in Arford
- Timed around your day
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- An itemised quote
See our pricing or our hog roast cost guide.
How the day works
A hog roast is always cooked outside, on a level, open spot under cover, well clear of walls, tents and trees. We’ll agree the spot with you beforehand. Christmas parties in Arford are almost always after dark: sunset is about 4:00pm in December. We bring lighting for the cooking area; tell us about lighting on the way to it.
- Send us your date, venue and numbers.
- We check the outdoor cooking spot and quote.
- The roast starts in the afternoon.
- Our chef carves and staff serve.
- We clear away whatever the weather.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know about tight access
- Send final numbers in good time
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
Get a quote
When you are weighing up caterers, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. To get yours, fill in our quote form.
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Where the roaster can go in Arford
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. The ideal spot has:
- Space away from buildings, marquees and trees
- Light by the serving table
- A firm surface, as winter grass can be soft
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Roast potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Crackling
- Roast turkey
- Hog roast rolls
How we price a hog roast for your Christmas party
The price comes down to:
- Season and day of the week
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Plates or china
UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- Your date and serving time
- The venue or postcode
- Allergies we should know about
To get a quote, just send us your date, venue and numbers. A photo of the cooking area helps. Send us your details through our quote form.
Arford: your questions answered
How far is Arford from London?
About 41 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
What comes with the hog roast?
Rolls with roast pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Extras include lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers, a vegan option, salads and potatoes.
How big a hog will we need?
We size the roast to your numbers, so a good estimate matters. We’ll confirm the menu in the quote.
Do you do Christmas fairs?
We do. Hot rolls on a cold evening sell well.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
We do, if you’re happy to roast and carve yourself. Ask and we’ll talk you through it.
Who serves?
No need for your own staff: we carve, serve and tidy up.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We work back from your serving time.
Organising for someone else?
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Tell us what you need and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
If you’re booking for a workplace, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We’ll fit in with site rules.
Also in Arford
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards