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Christmas Party Catering in Holywell, East Sussex
Christmas hog roast in Holywell: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, carved to order and served in soft rolls with crackling.
- Christmas fairs
- Family Christmas gatherings
- Office Christmas parties
A hog roast near Holywell
Christmas hog roast in Holywell, carved to order
We plan for winter weather: we cook under cover, and guests eat somewhere warm. A hall, office or marquee works well. We serve crackling, roast turkey and hog roast rolls, and we are regularly asked to cater sports club Christmas do’s and christmas fairs.
At a festive party in Holywell, a hog roast in the garden goes down well on a dark December evening. You will know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Holywell (BN20, BN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Also available
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and tell us what they ask for.
If you are booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
Planning a Christmas party in Holywell
Holywell is about 2 miles south of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Hosts in Holywell book us for Christmas parties of all sizes. Holywell is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 18 miles away.
Christmas fairs at a church such as St John the Evangelist can book a hog roast stall. A winter fair at a school like St John's Meads Church of England Primary School gets dark early, so hot food is popular. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Holywell; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning. The coast is within about 2 miles of Holywell, and winter sea winds can be bitter, so plan somewhere warm for guests to eat.
This part of East Sussex takes in BN20 and BN21. From Mount Road, Cliff Road and Denton Road or a nearby road, we will bring the roaster to you. Close by, we cover Christmas parties in Meads (1 mile north-west), Old Town (1 mile north), Upperton (1 mile north), Eastbourne (2 miles north) and Ratton Village (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Hastings (15 miles north-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles north-east), Seaford (7 miles west), Lewes (14 miles north-west), Hailsham (8 miles north) and St Leonards (14 miles north-east).
A little further out are Eastbourne District General Hospital (2.3 miles north) and Rnli Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum (0.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Holywell include Combe Hill.
- Nearby schools include Roedean Moira House (0.6 miles north-west) and Gildredge House (0.7 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Ship Inn (within half a mile north-west)
How we price a hog roast for your Christmas party
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Travel to Holywell
- Which meats and sides you choose
What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. A long, slow roast means an early start, and the quote reflects that.
What we need to know
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- Roughly how many people
- A photo of the cooking area
- The date and time of the event
- Any venue rules
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning the cooking spot
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Before booking, check:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch the heat
- A level spot outdoors with lighting nearby
- A lit route to the food
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Holywell
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Roast potatoes
- Crackling
- Roast turkey
What we serve, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, so halloumi and vegetable skewers ensure they’re not left with just salad.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Stuffing and a dollop of apple sauce turn a pork roll into a hog roast roll, just as they should.
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Tips:
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Count who does not eat pork
- Label alternatives clearly
- Send the allergen list round before the party
At the agreed time, we carve hot and serve, carved fresh.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
How the day works
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, we can hold the cooked roast for a while before carving, so tell us as soon as plans change. In Holywell, December daylight ends around 3:55pm, so evening parties need lights and shelter.
- 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
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Is a hog roast right for your Christmas party?
Mix and match: turkey and pork together. For larger numbers, a hog roast is generally good value, since one roast goes a long way. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
What you get with us
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
Take a look at our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
Catered or DIY? Catered means we do everything: roasting, carving, serving and clearing. With DIY hire, you do the work and save on staffing.
Common questions in Holywell
Which station is closest to Holywell?
The closest is Eastbourne station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
How far is Holywell from London?
About 54 miles from central London, and well within our area.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it’s several hours. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
How much room do you need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We will check it with you before booking.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. We can often serve indoors if the venue agrees.
What do people get?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Places near Holywell
More for events in Holywell
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away