Isle of Wight · England
Christmas Hog Roast for Havenstreet
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 Havenstreet.
- December open days
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Slow-roasted pork in Havenstreet
Christmas hog roast in Havenstreet, slow-roasted on site
Winter weather is part of the plan: we cook under cover, and guests eat somewhere warm. A hall, office or marquee works well. Whether it’s christmas lights switch-ons and work Christmas parties, we will put together a menu of halloumi skewers, crackling and hog roast rolls.
Near Havenstreet, country lanes are dark in winter, so tell us about the route and lighting at the spot. The carving happens right in front of your guests, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling, and nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- Where
- Havenstreet (PO33)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- On the menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Extras
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Havenstreet questions
What’s the nearest station to Havenstreet?
The closest is Smallbrook Junction station, roughly 2.2 miles away.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Do you clear up?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
How much will it be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Tell us your date and we will send a price.
Do we need to provide electricity?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it.
Is there a non-pork option?
There are lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options: spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan burger or sausage. Please note we don’t offer halal meat.
What about Christmas markets?
We do. Hot rolls on a cold evening sell well.
How do we prepare?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We’ll bring the rest.
What the cooking area needs
It is worth planning the cooking area in advance. The ideal spot has:
- A short route for our equipment
- Somewhere warm and dry for guests to eat
- Clearance from walls and tents
For somewhere as remote as Havenstreet, early notice helps us plan the trip.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Roast turkey
- Crackling
- Rotisserie chicken
- Roast potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
How the day works
We work to your timings. If things run late, we can hold the cooked roast for a while before carving, so tell us as soon as plans change. By about 4:00pm in late December, Havenstreet is dark. A Christmas party in the evening means carving under lights.
- Send us your date, venue and numbers.
- We confirm the space and send a price.
- We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- We carve and serve hot on cue.
- We clear away whatever the weather.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Gather dietary requirements early
Getting a price
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Christmas parties in Havenstreet: local tips
Havenstreet is about 2 miles south-west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We cater Christmas parties of every size in Havenstreet. Havenstreet is one of 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 17 miles away.
A Christmas fair at St. Peter's Church is just the kind of event a hog roast suits. PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Ryde Academy, suit a hog roast. With the sea within about 3 miles, December breezes can be cold.
We cover Christmas parties in every part of PO33 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Church Road, Elizabeth Gardens and Church Lane, and a Christmas party on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Neighbouring places where we cater Christmas parties include Fishbourne (1 mile north), Wootton (2 miles north-west), Hillgrove (2 miles west), Staplers (3 miles west) and Fairlee (3 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Newport (4 miles west), Cowes (6 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles south-east), Shanklin (6 miles south), Ventnor (8 miles south) and East Cowes (5 miles north-west). For a Christmas party at a remote spot, tell us early so we can plan the journey.
Other landmarks nearby include The Donald Mcgill Museum (2.4 miles north-east) and Sandown Castle (4.4 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brading Down.
- Pubs nearby include White Hart Inn (less than half a mile west)
Looking after everyone
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Share the allergen information in advance
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Label alternatives clearly
- Request gluten-free rolls
If the party runs late, we can hold the roast a little, so tell us about delays.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
How we price a hog roast for your Christmas party
There is no fixed price list, since every event is different. The main factors are:
- The date and time of year
- Access to the cooking area
- Plates or china
- How long the roast and service take
Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. Slow roasting means we are on site for much of the day, and the quote reflects that.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your menu choices
- An estimate of numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies we should know about
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
Perfect for your Christmas party in Havenstreet
It’s a change from turkey and all the trimmings in a restaurant.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions. Typical bookings include:
- Between-Christmas-and-New-Year get-togethers
- Christmas fairs
- Festive family get-togethers
- End-of-term celebrations
Train travellers will want to know that the nearest station is Smallbrook Junction station, about 2.2 miles east.
What to look for in a quote
- What crockery is supplied
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- Allergen information for every dish
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
For planners, venues and organisers
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Tell us what you need and we’ll tell you what we can send.
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.
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Why choose a hog roast in Havenstreet?
Compared with a traditional sit-down Christmas lunch, a hog roast with turkey is relaxed and easier to serve. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book with us
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- An itemised quote
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
DIY versus a catered hog roast
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.
The hardest part of a DIY hog roast is timing: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If you’d rather not worry about it, let us cook.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away