Hampshire · England
Christmas Hog Roast for Knowle
We bring a hog roast for your Christmas party to Knowle and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Work Christmas parties
- New Year parties
- Club and society Christmas parties
Book a hog roast in Knowle
Allergies and dietary needs
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Send the allergen list round before the party
- Add dietary questions to the invite
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
We serve hot rolls on cue, carved fresh.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Christmas hog roast in Knowle, carved to order
We plan for winter weather: the roast is under cover; guests need somewhere dry. A hall, office or marquee works well. Typical bookings include office Christmas parties and christmas lights switch-ons, serving rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and roast potatoes.
In a small place like Knowle, December lanes are dark, so let us know about access and lighting. We plan the timings around your day, working back from when you want to eat.
Events we cater in Knowle
It’s different from the usual Christmas set menu.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Knowle and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Late-night shopping events
- December open days
- Sports club Christmas do’s
- Winter fairs and markets
Christmas fairs at a church such as Church of St Francis can book a hog roast stall.
What to look for in a quote
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- What the price includes, item by item
Prices and what affects them
The biggest factors are:
- Time on site
- Numbers
- Menu choices and extras
- Whether you want china
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.
Details that help
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
- Dietary requirements
- What the outdoor space is like
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.
Christmas parties in Knowle: local tips
Knowle is about 2 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. We cater Christmas parties of every size in Knowle. Knowle is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cater. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 9 miles away.
A winter fair at a school like Orchard Lea Infant School gets dark early, so hot food is popular. For colleagues travelling by train, the nearest station is Fareham station, about 2 miles south. The coast is within about 5 miles of Knowle, and winter sea winds can be bitter, so plan somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Wherever your Christmas party is in PO17, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Serotine Close, Boundary Walk and Park Approach, and a Christmas party on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Other places close to Knowle we cover include Funtley (1 mile south), Tapnage (1 mile north-west), Heathfield (2 miles south), Segensworth (2 miles west) and Titchfield Park (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (13 miles north), Gosport (6 miles south-east), Havant (10 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Horndean (9 miles east) and Totton (13 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Portchester Castle (4.9 miles south-east) and Knowle Hospital (less than half a mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Portsdown Hill and Swanwick Lakes.
- Schools near Knowle include The Henry Cort Community College (1.5 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Miners Arms (0.7 miles south)
How it works
People love watching the carving: the hog is carved in front of your guests, and the crackling is shared out so everyone gets some. By about 4:00pm in late December, Knowle is dark. Evening Christmas parties need a well-lit carving station.
- Tell us when and where the party is.
- We confirm the space and send a price.
- The roast starts in the afternoon.
- Our chef carves and staff serve.
- We pack up, even in the rain.
Before we arrive
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
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Before you choose a spot
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Before booking, check:
- Firm ground rather than soft lawn
- Vehicle access close by
- Flat ground outside, with lights for after dark
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Roast potatoes
- Roast turkey
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Why choose a hog roast in Knowle?
Compared with a cold buffet, hot food wins in winter. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Served at the time you choose
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Knowle questions
What’s the nearest station to Knowle?
Fareham station, about 2 miles south of the centre.
Can you roast near the sea around Knowle?
Yes, of course. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. Serving indoors is typically fine if the venue is happy.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from the numbers you give us, and we’ll talk it through when we quote.
What about guests who do not eat pork?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. We don’t offer halal meat.
What space does the roaster need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We’ll check it with you before booking.
Can the food be served indoors?
Cooking is always outdoors; guests can eat inside.
What do you need from us on the day?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
Planners, venues and businesses
Marquee suppliers generally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Full catering or machine hire?
You could go for a cold buffet, but nothing beats hot pork and crackling carved in front of you.
A barbecue is the other obvious choice, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. With a hog roast, one roast feeds everyone at once.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away