Hampshire · England
Christmas Hog Roast for East Boldre
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast for your Christmas party makes the food part of your Christmas party in East Boldre.
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
- Family Christmas gatherings
- Christmas lights switch-ons
Christmas hog roast for East Boldre
Christmas parties in East Boldre: local tips
East Boldre is about 5 miles north-east of Lymington, in Hampshire. We cater Christmas parties across East Boldre and nearby, from gardens to fields. East Boldre is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from East Boldre to Southampton (8 miles away).
If a church like Church of St Paul is running a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are a welcome sight on a cold evening. If people are coming by rail, Beaulieu Road station is about 3.8 miles away. East Boldre is within about 2 miles of the New Forest National Park; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning. With the sea within about 5 miles, December breezes can be cold, so plan somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Anywhere in SO42, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a Christmas party in a garden on Sweyns Lease, Chapel Lane and Warton Close, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Close by, we cover Christmas parties in Furzey Lodge (1 mile north), Beaulieu (1 mile north-east), Bailey's Hard (1 mile east), The Hummicks (2 miles east) and Dibden Purlieu (4 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Gosport (14 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north-east), Fareham (12 miles east), Totton (8 miles north), Chandler's Ford (13 miles north) and Hedge End (11 miles north-east).
A little further out are Lymington New Forest Hospital (4.1 miles south-west) and Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (1.4 miles north-east). Within reach you will find Boldre Foreshore.
- Pubs nearby include Turfcutters Arms (less than half a mile south)
Christmas hog roast in East Boldre, carved to order
Fridays in December go first, so get in touch as soon as you know your date. Typical bookings include boxing Day and New Year gatherings and year-end thank-yous, serving hog roast rolls, roast turkey and rotisserie chicken.
Near East Boldre, country lanes are dark in winter, so let us know about access and lighting. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish.
The menu, dish by dish
Crackling
For many people, the crackling is the best bit: crisp, golden and full of flavour.
Rotisserie chicken
Golden rotisserie chicken goes into rolls or onto plates.
Who books Christmas hog roast in East Boldre?
Nothing beats hot pork on a December evening.
Whatever the occasion in East Boldre, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. Bookings frequently include:
- Christmas markets
- Late-night shopping events
- Christmas family parties
- Office Christmas parties
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Beaulieu Village Primary School, suit a hog roast.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
Diets, allergies and alternatives
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Stuffing typically contains gluten, so check the allergen list
Lighting at the serving table matters after dark.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Planning the cooking spot
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Things to check:
- Flat ground outside, with lights for after dark
- Firm ground rather than soft lawn
- Lighting on the path from the party to the serving area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the roaster
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Roast potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Crackling
- Roast turkey
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Nearby places to East Boldre
What else we do in East Boldre
How the day works
We arrive hours before you want to eat, because a whole hog takes hours to roast. Your guests will smell it long before they see it. By about 4:00pm in late December, East Boldre is dark. Evening Christmas parties need a well-lit carving station, and a lit path from the door.
- Send us your date, venue and numbers.
- We confirm the space and send a price.
- The roast starts in the afternoon.
- Our chef carves and staff serve.
- We pack up, even in the rain.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Send final numbers in good time
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
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Working with your venue
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we will confirm what we can provide.
What a hog roast costs
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The date and time of year
- Whether you want china
- Distance from us
- Access to the cooking area
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- A photo of the cooking area
- Your menu choices
- Dietary requirements
- Where the event is
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Questions from East Boldre
Do you cater at venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you roast near the sea around East Boldre?
Yes. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
How do we prepare?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
What space does the roaster need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, and a way to wheel everything in. Send us a photo if you are unsure.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Can you trade at our Christmas fair?
We do. Hot rolls on a cold evening sell well.
Can you do turkey for a Christmas party?
Roast turkey can be added for Christmas, alongside the pork.
How early should we book for Christmas?
Very quickly, so ask early. Weekdays often have more availability.
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to a winter barbecue, slow roasting suits winter far better. Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups generally cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
Why East Boldre hosts choose us
- An itemised quote
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Our staff serve and clear
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away