Kent · England
Christmas Party Catering in Herne, Kent
We bring a hog roast for your Christmas party to Herne and nearby, cooking slowly at your venue and serving it hot, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Staff Christmas do’s
- Christmas fairs
- December open days
Book a hog roast in Herne
Christmas catering near Herne
Herne is about 1 mile south of Herne Bay, in Kent. Our roaster is a regular sight at Christmas parties around Herne. We bring hog roasts to 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like Herne Church of England Infant School, hot rolls go down well. For colleagues travelling by train, the nearest station is Herne Bay station, about 1.2 miles north-west. The coast is within about 2 miles of Herne, and winter sea winds can be bitter, so plan somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Anywhere in CT6, we can roast on site for your guests. From St Martin's View, Ridley Close and Herne Street or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. For Christmas parties just outside Herne, we cover Hunters Forstal (1 mile north-east), Eddington (1 mile north-west), Herne Common (1 mile south-west), Bullockstone (1 mile west) and Broomfield (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (5 miles south-west), Margate (11 miles east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east), Whitstable (4 miles west) and Deal (15 miles south-east).
A little further out are Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (3.7 miles west) and Tankerton Castle (4.4 miles west). Open spaces near Herne include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby schools include Herne Bay High School (1.2 miles north-west)
How our Christmas hog roast works in Herne
Roast turkey can join the pork for a traditional touch, with roast potatoes on the side. There are options for people who do not eat pork. Typical bookings include new Year parties and winter fairs and markets, with crackling, roast potatoes and rotisserie chicken.
In Herne, festive gatherings tend to be at home or the hall. The roaster needs a lit spot and firm ground. You will know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A level spot outdoors with lighting nearby
- Clearance from walls and tents
- A hall, office or heated marquee for guests
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Herne
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Roast turkey
- Crackling
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Herne: your questions answered
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Which station is closest to Herne?
Herne Bay station, about 1.2 miles north-west of the centre.
Do we need to provide electricity?
Cooking is gas-fired, so no mains power is needed for the roast. Power can help with lighting after dark.
What comes with the hog roast?
Rolls with roast pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. You can add lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options, salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
What about Christmas markets?
We do. Hot food is always popular at winter fairs.
What’s the price?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Send us the details and we will quote.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you’re not left with the mess.
Is crockery included?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Catered or do it yourself?
Roasting a whole hog yourself is possible, but it takes hours of attention, from early set-up to carving at the end. With us catering, you get to be a host, not a cook.
If you’re confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You cook and carve it yourself; we will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
What comes off the roaster
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables, in a roll or on a plate.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes turn rolls into a full meal.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what affects the price:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Plates or china
- The date and time of year
- How long the roast and service take
Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. We quote every event individually, with everything listed.
What we need to know
To get the best quote, send us:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- The venue or postcode
- The date and time of the event
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or CT6 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Send us your details through our quote form.
The process
On the day, we set up the roaster on the agreed spot, put the cover up and start the roast. It then roasts slowly for several hours, worked back from your serving time. In December, it’s dark in Herne by about 3:50pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. We start in daylight and cook into the dark.
- It starts with your date, venue and rough numbers.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We set up under cover in daylight and roast through the afternoon.
- We carve and serve hot when you are ready.
- We clear away, even on a dark, wet evening.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
Get a quote
To get a quote, just 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. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with a traditional sit-down Christmas lunch, a hog roast is more relaxed. The main driver is numbers: bigger groups usually cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
Why book with us
- Timed around your day
- All the equipment comes with us
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Also in Herne
Perfect for your Christmas party in Herne
We serve and tidy, even on a wet, dark night.
Our roaster has been booked for a wide mix of occasions near Herne, such as:
- Winter open days
- End-of-term celebrations
- Christmas markets
- New Year parties
If a church like Church of St Martin is running a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are a welcome sight on a cold evening.
What your quote should include
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Plates, china and cutlery
- If the price includes VAT
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
Looking after everyone
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Share the allergen information in advance
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Label alternatives clearly
- Ask about dietary needs when people RSVP
We arrive in daylight to set up and start roasting, and cook into the evening.
China crockery is available on request.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards