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Christmas Hog Roast in Martin Mill
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast for your Christmas party turns the food into a centrepiece of your Christmas party in Martin Mill.
- Christmas family parties
- Christmas fairs
- Lights switch-on evenings
Slow-roasted pork in Martin Mill
Planning for dietary needs
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. A few more tips:
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
- Share the allergen information in advance
- Add dietary questions to the invite
We clear away, even on a cold, wet night.
Festive lights around the serving area look great.
About our Christmas hog roast in Martin Mill
Add roast turkey alongside the hog, with roast potatoes on the side. There are options for people who don’t eat pork. For lights switch-on evenings and boxing Day and New Year gatherings, we can cook halloumi skewers, hog roast rolls and crackling and more.
In a small place like Martin Mill, December lanes are dark, so let us know about access and lighting. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
What we serve, dish by dish
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is there for anyone who’d rather not have pork, and children normally like it too.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we’ll bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
What a hog roast costs
Each price is built from:
- How many people are eating
- Menu choices and extras
- Plates or china
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
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.
Details that help
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
- Any venue rules
- Rough numbers
The quickest way to get a price is to tell us the date, where the Christmas party is and roughly how many. A picture of the cooking area helps. Fill in our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, so a few things are worth checking:
- Space away from buildings, marquees and trees
- Flat ground outside, with lights for after dark
- Parking near the cooking area
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Crackling
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast potatoes
- Roast turkey
Martin Mill in December: what to know
Martin Mill is about 3 miles north-east of Dover, in Kent. We take a hog roast for your Christmas party to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Martin Mill. We bring hog roasts to all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
A Christmas fair at Church of St Augustine is just the kind of event a hog roast suits. PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Langdon Primary School, suit a hog roast. The coast is within about 4 miles of Martin Mill, and winter sea winds can be bitter.
Anywhere in CT15, we can roast on site for your guests. From Station Road, Barley Close and Lucerne Lane or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. If your venue is just outside Martin Mill, we also cover Martin (1 mile north-west), East Langdon (1 mile west), West Cliffe (1 mile south), West Langdon (1 mile north-west) and Ringwould (1 mile north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north), Dover (3 miles south-west), Folkestone (10 miles south-west), Ramsgate (12 miles north) and Broadstairs (14 miles north).
A little further out are Royal Victoria Hospital (3.4 miles south-west) and Dover Castle (3.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Dover Western Heights.
- Local schools include Duke of York's Royal Military School (2.1 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Lantern Inn (less than half a mile north-west)
Towns and villages near Martin Mill
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What happens on the day
The roaster cooks outdoors, on a level, open spot under cover, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We’ll agree the spot with you beforehand. By about 3:50pm in late December, Martin Mill is dark. A Christmas party in the evening means carving under lights.
- Tell us when and where the party is.
- We confirm the space and send a price.
- We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- Our chef carves and staff serve.
- We clear away whatever the weather.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
How to get a price
Every Christmas party is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your Christmas party: use our quote form.
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Perfect for your Christmas party in Martin Mill
Offer roast turkey as well as the hog.
We’re regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Martin Mill, such as:
- Club and society Christmas parties
- Between-Christmas-and-New-Year get-togethers
- Winter fairs and markets
- Winter open days
For anyone getting the train home after the party, Martin Mill station is in Martin Mill itself.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for every dish
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Who carves and who serves
- The menu, including sides and any extras
Martin Mill questions
Is Martin Mill close to London?
About 66 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Martin Mill?
Martin Mill station, in Martin Mill itself.
What happens if it’s dark?
After dark, the serving area and the path to it need lighting. Let us know what lighting the venue has.
How do we prepare?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We bring everything else.
Can we have roast turkey?
Yes: add turkey to the menu.
Is it too cold for a hog roast?
We roast outdoors whatever the season. Plan a warm place for guests.
What do people get?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
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.
For event organisers in Martin Mill
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
Full catering or machine hire?
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For weddings and bigger events, a catered roast is generally easier.
If you’re confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You do the roasting and carving; we’ll confirm what comes with it when you ask.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away