Hampshire · England
Christmas Hog Roast in Hensting
We bring a hog roast for your Christmas party across Hensting and Hampshire, cooking slowly at your venue and serving it hot, with our staff looking after the serving.
- New Year parties
- Staff Christmas do’s
- Festive open evenings
Planning an event in Hensting?
Christmas parties in Hensting: local tips
Hensting is about 3 miles north-east of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. Our roaster is a regular sight at Christmas parties around Hensting. Hensting is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Hensting to Southampton (7 miles away).
For colleagues travelling by train, Shawford station, about 2.2 miles north-west, is the nearest station.
Here we cover the SO50 postcode area. For Christmas parties just outside Hensting, we cover Owslebury (1 mile north-east), Owslebury Bottom (1 mile north-east), Baybridge (2 miles east), Morestead (2 miles north) and Lane End (4 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (4 miles north), Gosport (15 miles south-east), Eastleigh (3 miles south-west), Fareham (11 miles south), Horndean (14 miles south-east) and Totton (11 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include St John's Rooms And Chapel (4.3 miles north) and Eastleigh Museum (3.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hensting include Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
- Pubs nearby include Ship Inn (1 mile north-east)
About our Christmas hog roast in Hensting
Roast turkey can join the pork for a traditional touch, with roast potatoes on the side. Chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option cover everyone else. Popular choices include roast turkey, roast potatoes and halloumi skewers, and we’re regularly asked to cater between-Christmas-and-New-Year get-togethers and office Christmas parties.
For a Christmas party near Hensting, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key, as fields are frequently soft. Our staff serve and clear, so nobody in your party has to serve.
What comes off the roaster
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes to make it a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken from the rotisserie gives people a non-pork choice, roasted until golden.
Other occasions in Hensting
Before you choose a spot
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Things to check:
- A lit route to the food
- A hall, office or heated marquee for guests
- A short route for our equipment
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Roast turkey
- Roast potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Crackling
Events we cater in Hensting
Nothing beats hot pork on a December evening.
Whatever the occasion in Hensting, a slow roast goes a long way. Bookings frequently include:
- Christmas fairs
- Year-end thank-yous
- Family Christmas gatherings
- Club and society Christmas parties
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of the Holy Trinity draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether plates or china are included
- VAT, if it applies
- Any travel or access charges
Planners, venues and businesses
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Let us know what your event requires and we will tell you what we can send.
If you’re a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Label alternatives clearly
- Ask about dietary needs when people RSVP
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
A cooked roast holds for a while, so tell us about delays.
Roast potatoes suit a winter menu.
How we price a hog roast for your Christmas party
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Menu choices and extras
- Travel to Hensting
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Access to the cooking area
For larger numbers, a hog roast is usually good value, because one whole roast feeds plenty of people. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
What we need to know
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- Rough numbers
- What the outdoor space is like
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and time of the event
The quickest way to get a price is to tell us the date, where the Christmas party is and roughly how many. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Fill in our quote form.
Full catering or machine hire?
A barbecue is the other obvious choice, but someone ends up cooking in batches all afternoon. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
DIY hire works best when someone in the family loves cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
Common questions in Hensting
Is Hensting too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
How far is Hensting from London?
Roughly 62 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We work back from your serving time.
Do December dates go quickly?
Very quickly, so ask early. Weekdays frequently have more availability.
When should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
What should we sort out beforehand?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We bring everything else.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. We can frequently serve indoors if the venue agrees.
What happens in bad weather?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop us. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Step by step
We roast under cover, so a shower will not spoil the food. It is worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. By about 4:00pm in late December, Hensting is dark. Evening Christmas parties need a well-lit carving station.
- Send us your date, venue and numbers.
- We check the outdoor cooking spot and quote.
- The roast starts in the afternoon.
- We carve and serve hot on cue.
- We pack up, even in the rain.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Send final numbers in good time
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
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- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards