Kent · England
Christmas Hog Roast in Benover
We bring a hog roast for your Christmas party to Benover and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Sports club Christmas do’s
- Christmas markets
- New Year parties
Slow-roasted pork in Benover
Looking after everyone
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask about dietary needs when people RSVP
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
Name someone to meet us, especially for an office party.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
How our Christmas hog roast works in Benover
Swap the set menu for a hog roast at your Christmas party in Benover: pork, turkey if you want it, and plenty of crackling. Typical bookings include boxing Day and New Year gatherings and club and society Christmas parties, with rotisserie chicken, apple sauce and roast turkey.
In a small place like Benover, December lanes are dark, so let us know about access and lighting. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
What a hog roast costs
We do not use a fixed price list, because every Christmas party is different. What matters most:
- Time on site
- Distance from us
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
What we need to know
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rough numbers
- The venue or postcode
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
How it works
Rain does not stop the roast, because we cook under cover. It’s worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. A lunchtime Christmas party in Benover is the only one in good daylight, as it is dark by about 3:50pm, so evening parties need lights and shelter.
- Book early for December.
- You get a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover in daylight.
- We serve pork, turkey and sides.
- We tidy up and leave.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Think about shelter for your guests
Getting a price
Every Christmas party is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your Christmas party for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Questions from Benover
What’s the nearest station to Benover?
The closest is Yalding station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
How far is Benover from London?
About 30 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What if it rains?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Is mains power needed?
The roaster runs on gas, so we don’t need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Can you cater outdoors in December?
We roast outdoors whatever the season. Plan a warm place for guests.
Can you do turkey for a Christmas party?
Yes: add turkey to the menu.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. Halal meat is not something we offer.
Why choose a hog roast in Benover?
You can combine: pork for the crackling fans, turkey for traditionalists. Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Why book our hog roast in Benover
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Also near Benover
Also in Benover
What we serve, dish by dish
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes to make it a proper meal.
Roast turkey
For Christmas, roast turkey can join the pork, carved at the serving station for a festive feel.
Christmas parties in Benover: local tips
Benover is about 5 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Our roaster is a regular sight at Christmas parties around Benover. Benover is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 28 miles away.
A winter fair at a school like Hunton Church of England Primary School gets dark early, so hot food is popular. For anyone getting the train home after the party, Yalding station is about 1.3 miles away.
We cater Christmas parties across the ME18 postcode area. For Christmas parties just outside Benover, we cover Congelow (1 mile north-west), Yalding (1 mile north), Laddingford (1 mile south-west), Hunton (1 mile east) and Nettlestead Green (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (5 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north), Tonbridge (7 miles west) and Kings Hill (4 miles north).
A little further out are Oakwood Hospital (4.4 miles north-east) and Teapot Island (0.9 miles north-west).
- Local pubs include The Woolpack Inn (0.5 miles south-east)
DIY versus a catered hog roast
You could go for a cold buffet, but hot, freshly carved roast pork is a different experience, especially outdoors.
Timing is the tricky part of roasting your own: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If that sounds stressful, choose the catered option.
Working with your venue
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
If you’re booking for a workplace, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We work to the site’s rules.
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch the heat
- Firm ground rather than soft lawn
- A short route for our equipment
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the roaster
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Roast potatoes
- Crackling
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast turkey
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away