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Christmas Hog Roast for Ladwell
Christmas hog roast in Ladwell: pork roasted slowly for hours at your venue, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Winter open days
- Staff Christmas do’s
- Sports club Christmas do’s
Slow-roasted pork in Ladwell
How the day works
Rain does not stop the roast, because we cook under cover. It’s worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. Sunset in Ladwell in late December is about 4:00pm, so even a late-afternoon Christmas party needs lighting by the roaster and the serving table. We start in daylight and cook into the dark.
- Send us your date, venue and numbers.
- We check the outdoor cooking spot and quote.
- We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- We carve and serve hot on cue.
- We pack up, even in the rain.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
Getting a price
If you are comparing hog roast caterers for Ladwell, check what each quote actually includes. We spell it out in ours. To get yours, fill in our quote form.
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Christmas hog roast for your Christmas party in Ladwell
It’s dark before 4pm in December, so we start in daylight and roast into the evening. The cooking area and path need lighting. Popular choices include halloumi skewers, roast turkey and apple sauce, and we’re often booked for christmas markets and family Christmas gatherings.
For a Christmas party near Ladwell, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key, as fields are frequently soft. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
What affects the price in Ladwell
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Site access
- Travel to Ladwell
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Time on site
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- Dietary requirements
- Your date and serving time
- Rough numbers
- Where the event is
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
What we serve, dish by dish
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and roast or jacket potatoes, depending on the season and the occasion.
Roast turkey
At Christmas, add roast turkey alongside the hog, carved to order.
Planning the cooking spot
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- A level spot outdoors with lighting nearby
- A hall, office or heated marquee for guests
- Vehicle access close by
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Ladwell
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast turkey
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
Catered or do it yourself?
Full catering or machine hire? Catered means we do everything: roasting, carving, serving and clearing. With DIY hire, you do the work and save on staffing.
We also hire out the hog roast machine for confident cooks. You cook and carve it yourself; we will confirm what comes with it when you ask.
Also in Ladwell
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Find out who’d prefer turkey or chicken
- Share the allergen information in advance
- Ask about dietary needs when people RSVP
We clear away, even on a cold, wet night.
Add roast turkey for a traditional Christmas touch.
Christmas catering near Ladwell
Ladwell is about 2 miles north of Chandler's Ford, in Hampshire. We cater Christmas parties at gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Ladwell and the surrounding area. We bring hog roasts to all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Ladwell to Southampton (7 miles away).
If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like John Keble Church of England Primary School, hot rolls go down well. For colleagues travelling by train, Chandlers Ford station, about 2 miles south, is the nearest station.
Christmas parties anywhere in SO21 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and roughly how many guests. Other places close to Ladwell we cover include Hursley (1 mile north), Otterbourne (2 miles east), Compton (2 miles east), South Down (2 miles east) and Oliver's Battery (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (5 miles north-east), Eastleigh (4 miles south-east), Fareham (14 miles south-east), Andover (14 miles north), Totton (8 miles south-west) and Hedge End (8 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Winchester Castle (4.6 miles north-east) and Romsey Community Hospital (4.2 miles west). Open spaces near Ladwell include Flexford Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Ladwell include Thornden School (1.8 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Dolphin Inn (0.8 miles north)
Why choose a hog roast in Ladwell?
Compared with a barbecue, a hog roast copes much better with the cold. What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. Slow roasting means we’re on site for much of the day, which is built into the price.
Why us?
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Served at the time you choose
- We bring everything to cook and serve
Take a look at our prices page or what a hog roast costs.
Why choose Christmas hog roast in Ladwell?
It is a change from turkey and all the trimmings in a restaurant.
In Ladwell and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Winter fairs and markets
- Sports club Christmas do’s
- Christmas family parties
- Festive open evenings
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of All Saints draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards.
What to look for in a quote
- What the price includes, item by item
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- Staffing on the day
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
Common questions in Ladwell
Do you come out to small places like Ladwell?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Ladwell from London?
About 65 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can we just hire the roaster?
DIY machine hire is available. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
How big a hog will we need?
We size the roast to your numbers, so tell us your best estimate. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
Can you cater outdoors in December?
Winter is a great time for a hog roast.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. We can often serve indoors if the venue agrees.
When do you start roasting?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We work back from your serving time.
Can you do gluten-free?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we’ll bring them. We’ll give you full allergen information for every dish.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards