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Christmas Hog Roast in Bachelor's Bump
Plenty of choice: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, with salads and potatoes on the side. Christmas hog roast in Bachelor's Bump.
- Club and society Christmas parties
- Christmas family parties
- End-of-term celebrations
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Christmas hog roast in Bachelor's Bump, slow-roasted on site
Family gatherings at Christmas can be big, and a hog roast feeds everyone without anyone stuck in the kitchen. Typical bookings include new Year parties and december open days, serving hog roast rolls, crackling and apple sauce.
In winter near Bachelor's Bump, we need firm ground and light. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Bachelor's Bump (TN35)
- Region
- East Sussex
- From the roaster
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Alongside
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Bachelor's Bump in December: what to know
Bachelor's Bump is about 3 miles east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We cater Christmas parties across Bachelor's Bump and nearby. Bachelor's Bump is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 33 miles away.
For anyone getting the train home after the party, the nearest station is Three Oaks station, about 1.3 miles north. If you are organising a Christmas fair for a school like The Hastings Academy, hot rolls go down well. The coast is within about 3 miles of Bachelor's Bump, and winter sea winds can be bitter.
For Christmas parties in TN35, we just need to know where the roaster can cook. That could mean a Christmas party in a garden on Mill Lane, Martineau Lane and Rye Road, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Other places close to Bachelor's Bump we cover include Guestling (1 mile north-east), Ore (1 mile south-west), Guestling Green (1 mile north-east), Friar's Hill (1 mile north-east) and Fairlight (1 mile east). We also serve nearby towns such as Hastings (3 miles west), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles west), St Leonards (4 miles south-west), Langney (14 miles south-west), Hollington (3 miles west) and Stone Cross (15 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Conquest Hospital (2.3 miles west) and Hastings Castle (2.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Bachelor's Bump include Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
- Nearby schools include Ore Village Primary Academy (0.5 miles south-west) and Buckswood School (1.4 miles north)
- Local pubs include The White Hart Public House (within half a mile north-east)
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with a cold buffet, hot food wins in winter. Numbers make the biggest difference: the price per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
What you get with us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- An itemised quote
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
Read our prices page and our hog roast cost guide.
What the cooking area needs
It is worth planning the cooking area in advance. We look for:
- Space away from buildings, marquees and trees
- A firm surface, as winter grass can be soft
- Flat ground outside, with lights for after dark
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast potatoes
- Roast turkey
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Crackling
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
The process
We arrive hours before you want to eat, since slow roasting cannot be rushed. Your guests will smell it long before they see it. In December, it’s dark in Bachelor's Bump by about 3:55pm, so even a late-afternoon Christmas party needs lighting by the roaster and the serving table. We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- Send us your date, venue and numbers.
- We confirm the space and send a price.
- We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- Our chef carves and staff serve.
- We clear away whatever the weather.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Name a contact for the day
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
Getting a price
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your Christmas party: use our quote form.
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Your questions about a hog roast for your Christmas party in Bachelor's Bump
Could you cook in Speckled Wood?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Is Bachelor's Bump close to London?
Roughly 53 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do December dates go quickly?
As early as possible, especially for Fridays and Saturdays. Ask as soon as you know your date.
How much room do you need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We will check it with you before booking.
Will there be enough to go round?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
Can you trade at our Christmas fair?
We do. Hot food is always popular at winter fairs.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
Outside, always. The food can be carried in and served indoors where the venue allows.
What happens in bad weather?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
Who books Christmas hog roast in Bachelor's Bump?
Hot food on a cold night is always welcome.
Here’s what people in Bachelor's Bump most frequently book a hog roast for:
- Lights switch-on evenings
- Office Christmas parties
- Between-Christmas-and-New-Year get-togethers
- Family Christmas gatherings
Christmas fairs at a church such as Christ Apostolic Church Hastings can book a hog roast stall.
What your quote should include
- If the price includes VAT
- The full menu and the sides
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- What the price includes, item by item
Allergies and dietary needs
Rolls and stuffing typically contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. Other tips:
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Request gluten-free rolls
Give us a contact for the evening, especially for an office party.
China crockery is available on request.
What a hog roast costs
Things that change the price:
- Menu choices and extras
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
- Access to the cooking area
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Details that help
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- What the outdoor space is like
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Where the event is
Send us the date, the address or TN35 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
What we serve, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, so halloumi and vegetable skewers make sure they’re not left with just salad.
Roast pork
Our chef carves the pork as it’s needed, so it stays hot and juicy right to the last roll.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away