Hampshire · England
Christmas Hog Roast for Dibden Purlieu
Treat your guests to slow-roasted pork and crackling at your Christmas party in Dibden Purlieu. We roast on site, carve to order and serve it hot.
- End-of-year team celebrations
- Festive open evenings
- Christmas family parties
Christmas hog roast for Dibden Purlieu
Christmas hog roast for your Christmas party in Dibden Purlieu
On a cold December night, hot pork and crackling are hard to beat. We roast outdoors under cover and carve to order for your Christmas party in Dibden Purlieu. Whether it is office Christmas parties and sports club Christmas do’s, we will put together a menu of roast turkey, halloumi skewers and hog roast rolls.
Around Dibden Purlieu, Christmas parties are often at home, the village hall or a club. The roaster needs a lit spot and firm ground. Our staff serve and clear, so you’re not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
Questions from Dibden Purlieu
What’s the nearest station to Dibden Purlieu?
Southampton Town Quay station, about 2.8 miles north of the centre.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Hours rather than minutes. We will confirm our arrival time when we quote.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
Yes, for confident cooks. We’ll explain the details with your quote.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear the serving area, and we take our equipment with us.
How much room do you need?
A level, open area outdoors with room for the roaster, a gazebo and a carving table, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We’ll check it with you before booking.
What about Christmas markets?
We do. Hot rolls on a cold evening sell well.
What about coeliacs?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
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Planning a Christmas party in Dibden Purlieu
Dibden Purlieu is about 4 miles south of Southampton, in Hampshire. From village halls to gardens and fields, Christmas parties around Dibden Purlieu suit a hog roast. We cater all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
For anyone getting the train home after the party, the nearest station is Southampton Town Quay station, about 2.8 miles north. If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like Wildground Infant School, hot rolls go down well. Dibden Purlieu is within about 4 miles of the New Forest National Park; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning. The coast is within about 4 miles of Dibden Purlieu, and winter sea winds can be bitter, so plan somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Here we cover the SO45 postcode area. Whether your Christmas party is on Haynes Way, Beaulieu Road and Noads Way or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Other places close to Dibden Purlieu we cover include Hythe (1 mile north-east), Dibden (1 mile north-west), The Hummicks (3 miles south), Beaulieu (3 miles south-west) and Marchwood (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles north), Gosport (12 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north), Fareham (9 miles east), Totton (6 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (9 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (2.8 miles south-west) and Netley Castle (2.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Dibden Purlieu include Mercury Marshes.
- Nearby schools include Noadswood School (within half a mile north-west) and Testwood School (0.9 miles north-west)
Looking after everyone
Some guests won’t eat pork, so it’s worth adding an alternative. A few pointers:
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Count who doesn’t eat pork
We clear away, even on a cold, wet night.
China crockery is available on request.
For event organisers in Dibden Purlieu
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Occasions we serve in Dibden Purlieu
Offer roast turkey as well as the hog.
Here’s what people in Dibden Purlieu most often book a hog roast for:
- Winter open days
- Christmas fairs
- End-of-year team celebrations
- Staff Christmas do’s
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as St. Andrew's Church and Centre draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards.
Before you book anyone
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Travel and any London charges
- Staffing on the day
- Whether VAT is included
Where the roaster can go in Dibden Purlieu
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- A short route for our equipment
- Firm ground rather than soft lawn
- A safe distance from anything that could catch the heat
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Dibden Purlieu
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Roast turkey
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast potatoes
What a hog roast costs
Your quote depends on:
- Season and day of the week
- Menu choices and extras
- How many people are eating
- The journey to the venue
The main driver is numbers: the price per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
What we need to know
When you enquire, please mention:
- What the outdoor space is like
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies we should know about
- Anything the venue has asked for
Send us the date, the address or SO45 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Send us your details through our quote form.
What comes off the roaster
Roast pork
The hog roasts slowly for hours, so the meat is tender and juicy, and our chef carves it to order.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls or plates? Rolls are quicker; plates suit a sit-down meal, with gluten-free rolls on request.
A hog roast compared with other options
At a winter fair, a hog roast stall is one of the most popular hot-food options. 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. Every event gets its own quote, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Why us?
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Carved to order by a chef
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Step by step
Here’s how the day generally runs: the roaster goes up and the hog goes on, the pork cooks slowly for hours, and we carve and serve at the agreed time. With sunset at about 4:00pm in December, most Christmas parties in Dibden Purlieu are after dark. We bring lighting for the cooking area; tell us about lighting on the way to it.
- Tell us when and where the party is.
- 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 pack up, even in the rain.
How to prepare
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
Getting a price
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
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- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- 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