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Christmas Party Catering in East Ashling, West Sussex
Christmas hog roast in East Ashling: pork roasted slowly for hours at your venue, carved to order and served in soft rolls with crackling.
- Christmas markets
- December open days
- End-of-term celebrations
A hog roast near East Ashling
Space, access and the venue
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- A hall, office or heated marquee for guests
- Lighting on the path from the party to the serving area
- Flat ground outside, with lights for after dark
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Rotisserie chicken
- Roast potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Roast turkey
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Christmas hog roast in East Ashling, carved to order
A Christmas hog roast brings hot food to a cold evening. We roast outdoors under cover and we carve hot for your festive party in East Ashling. Typical bookings include end-of-term celebrations and winter open days, serving roast turkey, rotisserie chicken and hog roast rolls.
In a small place like East Ashling, December lanes are dark, so let us know about access and lighting. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish before booking.
- Location
- East Ashling (PO18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the roaster
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Extras
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Allergies and dietary needs
Most people love a hog roast, but it’s pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Find out who’d prefer turkey or chicken
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
We serve hot rolls on cue, carved fresh.
Ask for china for a sit-down Christmas meal.
For event organisers in East Ashling
If you are a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Event organisers frequently ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we will confirm what we can provide.
The process
We get there well ahead of service, since slow roasting cannot be rushed. Your guests will smell it long before they see it. Sunset in East Ashling in late December is about 4:00pm, so even a late-afternoon Christmas party needs lighting by the roaster and the serving table. We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- It starts with your date, venue and rough numbers.
- We check the venue and send a price.
- We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- The team serves hot rolls at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we pack up and leave the spot tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
How to get a price
When you’re weighing up caterers, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. To get yours, send us your details through our quote form.
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FAQs for East Ashling
Can you do a hog roast at a venue 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.
How far is East Ashling from London?
About 55 miles from central London.
Can you roast in the rain?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Can you work around our timings?
We work back from when you want to eat, and a cooked roast can be held for a while if things run late.
Is lighting needed?
It gets dark early, so we will sort lighting together.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
Outside, always. The food can be carried in and served indoors where the venue allows.
Is it too cold for a hog roast?
We roast outdoors whatever the season. Guests will want somewhere warm and dry to eat.
Can you cater in East Ashling?
Yes, East Ashling is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll confirm availability.
Is a hog roast right for your Christmas party?
Next to a cold Christmas buffet, hot carved meat is far more welcome in December. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book our hog roast in East Ashling
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
See how we price and our hog roast cost guide.
Places near East Ashling
Other occasions in East Ashling
East Ashling in December: what to know
East Ashling is about 3 miles north-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. We cater Christmas parties of every size in East Ashling. East Ashling is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from East Ashling to Southampton (25 miles away).
For anyone getting the train home after the party, the nearest station is Bosham station, about 1.4 miles south. If you are organising a Christmas fair for a school like Funtington Primary School, hot rolls go down well. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of East Ashling; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
For Christmas parties in PO18, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. Close by, we cover Christmas parties in West Ashling (1 mile west), West Stoke (1 mile north-east), Funtington (1 mile north-west), Broadbridge (2 miles south) and Hambrook (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (8 miles south-east), Chichester (3 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Novium Museum (3 miles south-east) and Chichester Castle (3.1 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Bishop Luffa School (2.3 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Horse And Groom Public House (within half a mile north)
Who books Christmas hog roast in East Ashling?
Our staff serve and clear, even on a wet, dark night.
People around East Ashling book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- End-of-year team celebrations
- Society Christmas socials
- Christmas family parties
- Office Christmas parties
If a church like Church of St Andrew is running a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are a welcome sight on a cold evening.
Before you book anyone
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Staffing on the day
How we price a hog roast for your Christmas party
Here’s what affects the price:
- Whether you want china
- Distance from us
- Time on site
- The date and time of year
UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
Details that help
Here’s what we will ask:
- The address or postcode
- Your date and serving time
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- What the outdoor space is like
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
Full catering or machine hire?
A barbecue is the other obvious choice, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
Buying in a cold buffet is another option, but hot, freshly carved roast pork is a different experience, especially outdoors.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards