Hampshire · England
Christmas Hog Roast for Dunbridge
Christmas hog roast in Dunbridge: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Christmas fairs
- Christmas family parties
- Society Christmas socials
Book a hog roast in Dunbridge
How our Christmas hog roast works in Dunbridge
December is dark early, so we set up in daylight and roast through the afternoon. The cooking area and path need lighting. On the menu are hog roast rolls, apple sauce and halloumi skewers, and we are regularly asked to cater christmas lights switch-ons and festive family get-togethers.
In winter near Dunbridge, we need firm ground and light. Plates come as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with a cold buffet, hot carved meat is far more welcome in December. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Why Dunbridge hosts choose us
- An itemised quote
- Carved to order by a chef
- Timed around your day
- A choice of salads and potatoes
See our prices page and what a hog roast costs.
Perfect for your Christmas party in Dunbridge
Guests can eat standing up and keep chatting.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Here are some of the most popular:
- Late-night shopping events
- Year-end thank-yous
- Society Christmas socials
- Staff Christmas do’s
Train travellers will want to know that Mottisfont & Dunbridge station serves Dunbridge directly.
What to look for in a quote
- The space, cover and access they need
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Count who does not eat pork
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
We pack up whatever the weather.
China crockery is available on request.
Full catering or machine hire?
Timing is the tricky part of roasting your own: a whole hog takes hours, and it needs to be cooked through safely. If you’d rather not worry about it, let us cook.
We also hire out the hog roast machine for confident cooks. You cook and carve it yourself; we’ll confirm what comes with it when you ask.
What a hog roast costs
The biggest factors are:
- Site access
- Travel to Dunbridge
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Whether you want china
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Your date and serving time
- What the outdoor space is like
- Allergies we should know about
Every Christmas party is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your Christmas party for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Step by step
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can get on with your Christmas party. In December, it is dark in Dunbridge by about 4:00pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- Send us your date, venue and numbers.
- We check the outdoor cooking spot and quote.
- We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- Our chef carves and staff serve.
- We clear away whatever the weather.
Before we arrive
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or SO51 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We will confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
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Where the roaster can go in Dunbridge
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Ideally:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch the heat
- A firm surface, as winter grass can be soft
- Vehicle access close by
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
From the roaster
- Roast turkey
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Roast potatoes
- Crackling
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Dunbridge in December: what to know
Dunbridge is about 4 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. We cover Christmas parties in Dunbridge, along with the towns and villages around it. Dunbridge is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 10 miles away.
A Christmas fair at Church of St Andrew is just the kind of event a hog roast suits. A winter fair at a school like Awbridge Primary School gets dark early, so hot food is popular.
Wherever your Christmas party is in SO51, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We also bring hog roasts to Christmas parties in Mottisfont (1 mile north-east), Kimbridge (1 mile south-east), Stonymarsh (1 mile north-east), Carter's Clay (1 mile south-west) and Lockerley (1 mile west). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (10 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles south-east), Andover (13 miles north), Totton (8 miles south), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south-east) and Hedge End (13 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Romsey Community Hospital (3.9 miles south-east) and King Johns House (3.5 miles south-east).
- Pubs nearby include The Bear And Ragged Staff Public House (0.9 miles east)
Questions from Dunbridge
What’s the nearest station to Dunbridge?
Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, in Dunbridge itself.
Do you come out to small places like Dunbridge?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do we need to provide electricity?
The roaster runs on gas, so we don’t need mains power to cook. Power can help with lighting after dark.
How big a hog will we need?
We size the roast to your numbers, so a good estimate matters. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
Do hog roasts work in winter?
Yes, the roast always cooks outdoors under cover. Plan a warm place for guests.
How far ahead should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we’ll check.
Can the food be served indoors?
Serving inside is typically fine with the venue’s agreement.
How much room do you need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We will confirm the space with your quote.
What comes off the roaster
Roast pork
Hours of slow roasting make the pork soft and full of flavour, and it is carved fresh as people come up.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
Nearby places to Dunbridge
Also in Dunbridge
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors 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