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Christmas Hog Roast for Dymchurch
Christmas hog roast in Dymchurch: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, carved to order and served in soft rolls with crackling.
- Festive open evenings
- Late-night shopping events
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
Christmas hog roast in Dymchurch
Festive bookings around Dymchurch
Dymchurch is about 4 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. Christmas parties in Dymchurch are part of our patch. Dymchurch is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our bookings stretch from Dymchurch to Canterbury (17 miles away).
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of St Peter and St Paul draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards. For anyone getting the train home after the party, the closest railway station is Westenhanger station, roughly 4.6 miles north of the centre. With the sea within about 5 miles, December breezes can be cold, so plan somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Anywhere in TN29 and CT21, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From High Street, Station Road and The Oval or a nearby road, we’ll bring the roaster to you. Neighbouring places where we cater Christmas parties include Donkey Street (1 mile north), West Hythe (3 miles north-east), Palmarsh (3 miles north-east), Lympne (3 miles north) and Berwick (4 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (10 miles north-west), Dover (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (8 miles north-east), Hythe (4 miles north-east), Tower Hamlets (15 miles north-east) and Hawkinge (9 miles north-east).
A little further out are Lympne Castle (2.9 miles north).
- Local pubs include The Ship Inn (within half a mile south-west)
Christmas hog roast in Dymchurch, carved to order
Winter weather is part of the plan: we cook under cover, and guests eat somewhere warm. Indoors or a heated marquee is ideal. Typical bookings include festive family get-togethers and winter open days, with hog roast rolls, halloumi skewers and crackling.
Around Dymchurch, Christmas parties are frequently 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.
How it works
A hog roast is always cooked outside, on a level, open spot under cover, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We agree exactly where before the day. In December, it’s dark in Dymchurch by about 3:50pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- Book early for December.
- You get a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover in daylight.
- We serve hot rolls and turkey if you’ve chosen it.
- We clear the serving area and go.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Think about shelter for your guests
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
What a hog roast costs
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Which meats and sides you choose
- How many people are eating
- Access to the cooking area
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
What to tell us
For a quick, accurate price, send us:
- Allergies we should know about
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
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For event organisers in Dymchurch
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Ask about dietary needs when people RSVP
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Find out who’d prefer turkey or chicken
- Share the allergen information in advance
We set up while it is still light, and cook into the evening.
Festive lights around the serving area look great.
Should I cook it myself?
We also hire out the hog roast machine for confident cooks. You cook and carve it yourself; we’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
You could roast a hog yourself, but it is a long day’s work, from early set-up to carving at the end. With us catering, you get to be a host, not a cook.
What comes off the roaster
Roast turkey
Offer turkey and pork, and everyone’s happy, with roast potatoes on the side.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, perfect for eating on the move. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
A hog roast or other catering?
Mix and match: turkey and pork together. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book our hog roast in Dymchurch
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- An itemised quote
- Our staff serve and clear
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
Take a look at our prices page or what a hog roast costs.
Planning the cooking spot
It is worth planning the cooking area in advance. We look for:
- A level spot outdoors with lighting nearby
- Hardstanding if possible in winter
- A short route for our equipment
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the roaster
- Roast turkey
- Roast potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Crackling
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
Dymchurch: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Dymchurch?
The closest is Westenhanger station, roughly 4.6 miles away.
How far is Dymchurch from London?
Roughly 57 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you trade at our Christmas fair?
We do. Hot rolls on a cold evening sell well.
How long does the roast need?
Hours rather than minutes. We’ll confirm our arrival time when we quote.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we will check.
What about guests who do not eat pork?
There are lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options: spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan burger or sausage. We do not offer halal meat.
How do you work out quantities?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
Is turkey available?
We can: turkey and pork together suit most Christmas parties.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away