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Christmas Party Catering in Barcombe Mills, East Sussex
Give your guests a proper hog roast at your Christmas party in Barcombe Mills. We roast on site, carve to order and serve it hot.
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
- Christmas markets
- Office Christmas parties
Christmas hog roast for Barcombe Mills
About our Christmas hog roast in Barcombe Mills
Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons in Barcombe Mills suit a hog roast stall: warm rolls when it’s cold outside. Whether it is christmas lights switch-ons and winter fairs and markets, we’ll put together a menu of roast potatoes, halloumi skewers and rotisserie chicken.
In winter near Barcombe Mills, we need firm ground and light. The carving happens right in front of your guests, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp, and nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- Area
- Barcombe Mills (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Also available
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a hog roast costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many people are eating
- How long the roast and service take
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Menu choices and extras
A hog roast is frequently good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Details that help
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the cooking area
- An estimate of numbers
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or BN8 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
What we serve, dish by dish
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Coleslaw is the natural partner for a pork roll, while salads and potatoes make a plated meal.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg, in a roll or on a plate.
Christmas catering near Barcombe Mills
Barcombe Mills is about 3 miles north-east of Lewes, in East Sussex. We cater Christmas parties at gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Barcombe Mills and the surrounding area. Barcombe Mills is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cater. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 9 miles away.
For anyone getting the train home after the party, Cooksbridge station, about 2 miles south-west, is the nearest station. A Christmas fair at The Parish Church of St Mary is just the kind of event a hog roast suits. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Barcombe Mills; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
Christmas parties anywhere in BN8 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Close by, we cover Christmas parties in Barcombe (1 mile west), Barcombe Cross (1 mile north-west), Upper Wellingham (1 mile south), Mount Pleasant (1 mile north) and Norlington (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (14 miles south-east), Seaford (10 miles south), Lewes (3 miles south-west), Hailsham (10 miles east), Crowborough (11 miles north-east) and Uckfield (5 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Museum of Agricultural Bygones (2.9 miles south-east) and Lewes Castle (3.2 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Cliffe Hill and Malling Down.
- Nearby schools include Ringmer Community College and Sixth Form (2.1 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find Anglers Rest pub (less than half a mile west)
- Other local spots include St John under the Castle Lewes (2.9 miles south-west)
Why choose a hog roast in Barcombe Mills?
Next to a restaurant booking, a hog roast at your venue keeps everyone together and is frequently better value. 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.
What you get with us
- Serving and clearing done for you
- All the equipment comes with us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- A clear quote with everything listed
See our prices page and the cost guide.
For event organisers in Barcombe Mills
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
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Perfect for your Christmas party in Barcombe Mills
Our staff serve and clear, whatever the weather.
Whatever the occasion in Barcombe Mills, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We’re frequently asked to cater:
- Club and society Christmas parties
- Festive open evenings
- Winter fairs and markets
- Family Christmas gatherings
A winter fair at a school like Barcombe Church of England Primary School gets dark early, so hot food is popular.
Before you book anyone
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- If the price includes VAT
- The space, cover and access they need
Space, access and the venue
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. We look for:
- A level spot outdoors with lighting nearby
- Vehicle access close by
- Indoor space for eating
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Barcombe Mills
- Crackling
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast turkey
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Roast potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
Common questions in Barcombe Mills
Which station is closest to Barcombe Mills?
The closest is Cooksbridge station, roughly 2 miles away.
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What should we sort out beforehand?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We bring everything else.
When should we book our Christmas party?
As early as possible, especially for Fridays and Saturdays. Ask as soon as you know your date.
How long does the roast need?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it is several hours. We will confirm our arrival time when we quote.
What’s the price?
Numbers, menu and travel decide the price. Tell us your date and we’ll send a price.
Can you work around our timings?
Within reason, we can. Give us a contact on the day and we’ll fit around changes.
What’s included?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Step by step
We roast under cover, so a shower won’t spoil the food. It is worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. Late-December sunset in Barcombe Mills comes at about 3:55pm. Evening Christmas parties need a well-lit carving station, and a lit path from the door.
- 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.
- We carve and serve hot when you are ready.
- We clear away, even on a dark, wet evening.
How to prepare
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Catered or do it yourself?
Catered or DIY? Catered means we do everything: roasting, carving, serving and clearing. With DIY hire, you do the work and save on staffing.
DIY hire works best when someone in the family loves cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away