Hampshire · England
Christmas Hog Roast for Chithurst
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast for your Christmas party makes the food part of your Christmas party in Chithurst.
- Staff Christmas do’s
- Festive family get-togethers
- Festive open evenings
Slow-roasted pork in Chithurst
Christmas hog roast in Chithurst, carved to order
Festive events of all kinds around Chithurst suit a hog roast, from small teams to big crowds. Typical bookings include festive family get-togethers and end-of-term celebrations, with apple sauce, rotisserie chicken and roast potatoes.
In winter near Chithurst, we need firm ground and light, as fields are frequently soft. We plan the timings around your day, working back from when you want to eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
Planning a Christmas party in Chithurst
Chithurst is about 6 miles east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Chithurst and the surrounding area are covered for Christmas parties. We cater 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 20 miles away.
If a church like Chithurst Church is running a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are a welcome sight on a cold evening. A winter fair at a school like Stedham Primary School gets dark early, so hot food is popular. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Chithurst; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
Christmas parties anywhere in GU31 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Neighbouring places where we cater Christmas parties include Trotton Marsh (1 mile north-west), Borden (1 mile north-west), Rogate (2 miles west), Milland (2 miles north) and Rake (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Havant (13 miles south-west), Horndean (11 miles south-west), Alton (13 miles north-west), Waterlooville (13 miles south-west), Petersfield (6 miles west) and Purbrook (14 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Museum (2.9 miles east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (2.9 miles east). The countryside around Chithurst includes Wheeler's Down and Iping and Stedham Commons.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Keeper's Arms Public House (0.6 miles south-west)
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Marquee suppliers normally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
How we price a hog roast for your Christmas party
The price comes down to:
- How many people are eating
- Season and day of the week
- Plates or china
- How long the roast and service take
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Getting an accurate quote
When you enquire, please mention:
- Roughly how many people
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Anything the venue has asked for
- The address or postcode
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way:
- Flat ground outside, with lights for after dark
- A safe distance from anything that could catch the heat
- Light by the serving table
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Salads
- Crackling
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Roast turkey
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Some ideas:
- Share the allergen information in advance
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
- Ask about dietary needs when people RSVP
- Label alternatives clearly
Give us a contact for the evening.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
A closer look at the menu
Roast turkey
Turkey and pork together cover traditionalists and crackling fans alike.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, so halloumi and vegetable skewers ensure they’re not left with just salad.
Questions from Chithurst
Do you cater at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Which station is closest to Chithurst?
Liphook station, about 4.9 miles north of the centre.
Do you provide china?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Do we need our own staff?
We carve and serve for you, and we clear up when service is finished.
How early should we book for Christmas?
As early as possible, especially for Fridays and Saturdays. Ask as soon as you know your date.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
Outside, always. The food can be carried in and served indoors where the venue allows.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Each event is priced on its own, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Ask us for a quote.
Can you do turkey for a Christmas party?
Yes: turkey and pork together suit most Christmas parties.
Why choose a hog roast in Chithurst?
Compared with a traditional sit-down Christmas lunch, a hog roast with turkey is relaxed and easier to serve. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What you get with us
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Served at the time you choose
- We bring everything to cook and serve
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
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Should I cook it myself?
DIY hire works best when someone in the family loves cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
Catered or DIY? With catering, our chef roasts, carves and serves, and our staff clear up. With hire only, you do the cooking yourself.
How it works
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we have agreed, and get on with roasting and serving. In December, it is dark in Chithurst by about 4:00pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- Book early for December.
- We check your venue and send a quote.
- We arrive while it’s light and set up under cover.
- We serve pork, turkey and sides.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Send final numbers in good time
Ask for a quote
Every Christmas party is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your Christmas party: fill in our quote form.
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- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away