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Christmas Hog Roast in Duddleswell
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for your Christmas party in Duddleswell and across East Sussex.
- Society Christmas socials
- Festive open evenings
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
Christmas hog roast in Duddleswell
About our Christmas hog roast in Duddleswell
Christmas get-togethers can mean a lot of people, and a hog roast means nobody spends the day cooking. Whether it is club and society Christmas parties and christmas family parties, we can cook halloumi skewers, hog roast rolls and rotisserie chicken.
For a Christmas party near Duddleswell, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. Everything is cooked on the day, at your venue, low and slow, for hours, then carved fresh for your guests.
- Where
- Duddleswell (TN22)
- County
- East Sussex
- From the roaster
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Extras
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and tell us what they ask for.
Prices and what affects them
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Numbers
- Season and day of the week
- Crockery choices
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Rough numbers
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies we should know about
- What the outdoor space is like
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Perfect for your Christmas party in Duddleswell
Offer roast turkey as well as the hog.
Here’s what people in Duddleswell most frequently book a hog roast for:
- Society Christmas socials
- Winter fairs and markets
- End-of-year team celebrations
- Staff Christmas do’s
For anyone getting the train home after the party, Buxted station is about 3.8 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- VAT, if it applies
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
A hog roast or other catering?
For a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are always popular. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Timed around your day
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
See our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
Duddleswell in December: what to know
Duddleswell is about 3 miles west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Duddleswell. Duddleswell is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cater. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 17 miles away.
The High Weald National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Duddleswell; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
Wherever your Christmas party is in TN22, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Nearby, we also cater Christmas parties in Nutley (2 miles west), Horney Common (2 miles south), Chelwood Gate (3 miles west), Chelwood Common (3 miles west) and Wych Cross (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Lewes (12 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-east), Crowborough (3 miles east), Uckfield (5 miles south), South Malling (12 miles south) and Heathfield (9 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3 miles east). Open spaces near Duddleswell include Brickfield Meadow.
What happens on the day
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. In Duddleswell, December daylight ends around 3:55pm, so for anything later, plan lights and somewhere warm to eat.
- Tell us when and where the party is.
- We check the outdoor cooking spot and quote.
- We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- We carve and serve hot on cue.
- We pack up, even in the rain.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Ask for a quote
To get a quote, just send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Full catering or machine hire?
DIY hire works best when someone in the family loves cooking. For weddings and bigger events, a catered roast is typically easier.
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone ends up cooking in batches all afternoon. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
Duddleswell questions
Which station is closest to Duddleswell?
Buxted station, about 3.8 miles south-east of the centre.
Is Duddleswell too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Is mains power needed?
Cooking is gas-fired, so no mains power is needed for the roast. Power can help with lighting after dark.
Where does the hog roast go?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We’ll confirm the space with your quote.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
We’ll be as flexible as we can. Give us a contact on the day and we’ll fit around changes.
Do you serve the food?
We carve and serve for you, and we clear up when service is finished.
Do you provide china?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Can you cater outdoors in December?
Hot food suits winter perfectly.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Light by the serving table
- Hardstanding if possible in winter
- Parking near the cooking area
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
From the roaster
- Rotisserie chicken
- Roast turkey
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Roast potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
Allergies and dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Send the allergen list round before the party
- Find out who’d prefer turkey or chicken
- Request gluten-free rolls
Lighting at the serving table matters after dark, so tell us what’s already there.
Festive lights around the serving area look great.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards