Oxfordshire · England
Christmas Hog Roast in Kencot
Something for nearly everyone: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, with salads and potatoes on the side. Christmas hog roast in Kencot.
- Office Christmas parties
- Society Christmas socials
- Winter open days
Slow-roasted pork in Kencot
About our Christmas hog roast in Kencot
Festive events of all kinds around Kencot suit a hog roast, from small teams to big crowds. Typical bookings include work Christmas parties and christmas markets, with halloumi skewers, apple sauce and rotisserie chicken.
Near Kencot, country lanes are dark in winter, so let us know about access and lighting. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
- Area
- Kencot (OX18)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Extras
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, and a little planning goes a long way:
- A short route for our equipment
- Light by the serving table
- Indoor space for eating
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast potatoes
- Roast turkey
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Crackling
- Hog roast rolls
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For weddings and bigger events, a catered roast is usually easier.
If you are confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You cook and carve it yourself; we’ll confirm what comes with it when you ask.
Other occasions in Kencot
Kencot in December: what to know
Kencot is about 2 miles south-west of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. We cater Christmas parties across Kencot and nearby. We cover 443 places in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 16 miles away.
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of St Peter draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards.
For Christmas parties in OX18, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and roughly how many guests. Other places close to Kencot we cover include Alvescot (1 mile south-east), Shilton (2 miles north) and Bradwell (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles east), Witney (6 miles north-east), Wantage (13 miles south-east), Grove (12 miles south-east), Faringdon (6 miles south) and Kidlington (15 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Swinford Museum (1.9 miles west) and Longworth Hospital (5.9 miles south).
- Schools near Kencot include Carterton Community College (1.6 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Plough pub (within half a mile south-east)
About the food
Roast turkey
Turkey and pork together cover traditionalists and crackling fans alike, with roast potatoes on the side.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
Organising for someone else?
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep you both updated.
Looking after everyone
Some guests will not eat pork, so it is worth adding an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
- Add dietary questions to the invite
- Share the allergen information in advance
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
The cooking area and the path to it need lighting after dark, so tell us what’s already there.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
The process
A hog roast is always cooked outside, under a gazebo on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We’ll agree the spot with you beforehand. By about 4:00pm in late December, Kencot is dark. A Christmas party in the evening means carving under lights.
- It starts with your date, venue and rough numbers.
- We check the date and the outdoor cooking spot, then send a quote.
- On the day we arrive early and get the roast going.
- Our chef carves and our staff serve hot food at the agreed time.
- We tidy up and go, whatever the weather.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Let us know about tight access
How to get a price
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
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Events we cater in Kencot
Guests can eat standing up and keep chatting.
However big or small the event in Kencot, a slow roast goes a long way. We are often asked to cater:
- New Year parties
- Sports club Christmas do’s
- Staff Christmas do’s
- Christmas family parties
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as St Peter's Church of England School, suit a hog roast.
Before booking anyone
- If the price includes VAT
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Any travel or access charges
Your questions about a hog roast for your Christmas party in Kencot
Is Kencot close to London?
Roughly 67 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Kencot too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What happens in bad weather?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
What if things run late?
Within reason, we can. Give us a contact on the day and we will adjust.
Who serves?
No need for your own staff: we carve, serve and tidy up.
What space does the roaster need?
A flat, open spot outside, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. Send us a picture if you are unsure.
Can you trade at our Christmas fair?
We do Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons. Tell us the pitch and how food will be paid for.
What should we sort out beforehand?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
What affects the price in Kencot
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Numbers
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- The date and time of year
- Site access
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your menu choices
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- What the outdoor space is like
- Allergies we should know about
Every Christmas party is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your Christmas party for a quote: fill in our quote form.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away