Hampshire · England
Christmas Party Catering in Balmerlawn, Hampshire
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 Balmerlawn.
- Festive family get-togethers
- Between-Christmas-and-New-Year get-togethers
- Christmas markets
A hog roast near Balmerlawn
How our Christmas hog roast works in Balmerlawn
Festive events of all kinds around Balmerlawn suit a hog roast, from small teams to big crowds. We are frequently asked to cater between-Christmas-and-New-Year get-togethers and family Christmas gatherings, with rotisserie chicken, roast potatoes and roast turkey.
In winter near Balmerlawn, we need firm ground and light, as fields are frequently soft. Timings are planned around your Christmas party, working back from when you want to eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Label alternatives clearly
- Find out who’d prefer turkey or chicken
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
Name someone to meet us.
Roast potatoes suit a winter menu.
Organising for someone else?
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
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.
Festive bookings around Balmerlawn
Balmerlawn is about 5 miles north of Lymington, in Hampshire. Hosts in Balmerlawn book us for Christmas parties of all sizes. We bring hog roasts to all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. We cater events right across the region, from Balmerlawn to Southampton (10 miles away).
If a church like Church of St Nicholas is running a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are a welcome sight on a cold evening. A winter fair at a school like Brockenhurst Church of England Primary School gets dark early, so hot food is popular. The New Forest National Park is within about a mile of Balmerlawn, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route. The coast is within about 6 miles of Balmerlawn, and winter sea winds can be bitter, so plan somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Anywhere in SO42, we can roast on site for your guests. Neighbouring places where we cater Christmas parties include Brockenhurst (1 mile south-west), Setley (1 mile south), South Weirs (2 miles south-west), Lyndhurst (3 miles north) and Emery Down (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Eastleigh (14 miles north-east), Totton (7 miles north), Chandler's Ford (13 miles north-east), Hedge End (13 miles north-east), Lymington (5 miles south) and Romsey (12 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Lymington New Forest Hospital (4 miles south).
- Nearby, you will find Rose And Crown Hotel (0.6 miles south-west)
Planning the cooking spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Ideally:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch the heat
- Indoor space for eating
- Lighting on the path from the party to the serving area
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast turkey
- Roast potatoes
- Crackling
What happens on the day
The roaster cooks outdoors, on a level, open spot under cover, well clear of walls, tents and trees. We’ll agree the spot with you beforehand. A lunchtime Christmas party in Balmerlawn is the only one in good daylight, as it’s dark by about 4:00pm, so for anything later, plan lights and somewhere warm to eat.
- You tell us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the outdoor cooking spot, then send a quote.
- We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- Our chef carves and our staff serve hot food at the agreed time.
- We tidy up and go, whatever the weather.
Preparing for the day
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Send final numbers in good time
How to get a price
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
Here’s what affects the price:
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- The date and time of year
- Crockery choices
- Distance from us
Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Details that help
To get the best quote, send us:
- The venue or postcode
- Dietary requirements
- What the outdoor space is like
- Rough numbers
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Balmerlawn questions
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
What’s the nearest station to Balmerlawn?
The closest is Brockenhurst station, roughly 0.9 miles away.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
How do you work out quantities?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so tell us your best estimate. We’ll confirm the menu in the quote.
How do we prepare?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
Can you trade at our Christmas fair?
Yes. Hot rolls on a cold evening sell well.
Can you do gluten-free?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
Can the food be served indoors?
Serving inside is normally fine with the venue’s agreement.
A closer look at the menu
Roast turkey
A carved roast turkey makes it feel like Christmas, with the pork and crackling too.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Apple sauce brings sweetness and sharpness are the traditional pairing. Note that stuffing normally contains gluten.
Also near Balmerlawn
Also in Balmerlawn
Is a hog roast right for your Christmas party?
For a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are always popular. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why book our hog roast in Balmerlawn
- A clear quote with everything listed
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
Who books Christmas hog roast in Balmerlawn?
Guests can eat standing up and keep chatting.
Our roaster has been booked for a wide mix of occasions near Balmerlawn, such as:
- End-of-term celebrations
- Festive open evenings
- Christmas fairs
- Sports club Christmas do’s
For anyone getting the train home after the party, Brockenhurst station is about 0.9 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Travel and any London charges
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- What the price includes, item by item
- Who carves and who serves
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away