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Christmas Hog Roast for Hogben's Hill
Christmas hog roast in Hogben's Hill: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Between-Christmas-and-New-Year get-togethers
- End-of-term celebrations
- Winter open days
Christmas hog roast in Hogben's Hill
Occasions we serve in Hogben's Hill
Hot food on a cold night is always welcome.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Hogben's Hill:
- Festive open evenings
- Christmas lights switch-ons
- Year-end thank-yous
- Christmas fairs
If a church like Church of St Mary is running a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are a welcome sight on a cold evening.
Questions to ask before you book
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- What crockery is supplied
- How dietary needs are handled
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
Christmas hog roast in Hogben's Hill, slow-roasted on site
On a cold December night, hot pork and crackling are hard to beat. We roast outdoors under cover and we carve hot for your festive party in Hogben's Hill. Typical bookings include staff Christmas do’s and club and society Christmas parties, with roast potatoes, rotisserie chicken and roast turkey.
In a small place like Hogben's Hill, December lanes are dark, so let us know about access and lighting. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Planning the cooking spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch the heat
- A level outdoor area that can be lit
- A short route for our equipment
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Hogben's Hill
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Crackling
- Roast turkey
- Roast potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Share the allergen information in advance
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Stuffing typically contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
A cooked roast holds for a while, so tell us about delays.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Christmas catering near Hogben's Hill
Hogben's Hill is about 3 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. A hog roast suits Christmas parties around Hogben's Hill, whatever the venue. Hogben's Hill is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 7 miles away.
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Selling Church of England Primary School, suit a hog roast. For colleagues travelling by train, Selling station, about 1.3 miles east, is the nearest station. Hogben's Hill is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
For Christmas parties in ME13, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and roughly how many guests. Nearby, we also cater Christmas parties in Selling (1 mile east), Gushmere (1 mile north-east), Perrywood (1 mile south-east), Neames Forstal (1 mile east) and Crouch (1 mile north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (9 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north-west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles north) and Herne Bay (12 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.9 miles south-east).
- Local pubs include The White Lion Public House (0.5 miles east)
Also near Hogben's Hill
Other occasions in Hogben's Hill
What affects the price in Hogben's Hill
Each price is built from:
- How many people are eating
- Distance from us
- Menu choices and extras
- Whether you want china
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what we will ask:
- What the outdoor space is like
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The venue or postcode
- The date and time of the event
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
What we serve, dish by dish
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, perfect for eating on the move. Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, served in a roll with salads.
Why choose a hog roast in Hogben's Hill?
Next to a winter barbecue, a hog roast copes much better with the cold. Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so we list each one in the quote. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Why us?
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
Take a look at how we price or our hog roast cost guide.
Step by step
When we arrive, we position the roaster under cover and get the hog cooking. It then roasts slowly for several hours, timed so it’s ready when you want to eat. Late-December sunset in Hogben's Hill comes at about 3:50pm. 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.
Before we arrive
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
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FAQs for Hogben's Hill
Is Hogben's Hill too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Hogben's Hill?
The closest is Selling station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
Where does the hog roast go?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We’ll check it with you before booking.
Do you need power or water?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
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. Serving inside is often possible, with the venue’s agreement.
How do you work out quantities?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so a good estimate matters. We’ll confirm the menu in the quote.
What about Christmas markets?
We do. Hot food is always popular at winter fairs.
Who serves?
No need for your own staff: we carve, serve and tidy up.
For planners, venues and organisers
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
If you are booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We will fit in with site rules.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards