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Christmas Hog Roast for North Chailey
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for your Christmas party in North Chailey and across East Sussex.
- New Year parties
- Festive family get-togethers
- Christmas markets
Christmas hog roast in North Chailey
Christmas catering near North Chailey
North Chailey is about 4 miles south-east of Haywards Heath, in East Sussex. Wherever your Christmas party is in North Chailey, we can bring the roaster, given a suitable outdoor cooking area. North Chailey is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from North Chailey to Brighton (11 miles away).
If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like Chailey Heritage School, hot rolls go down well. Christmas fairs at a church such as Church of Our Lady can book a hog roast stall. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of North Chailey; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
We bring hog roasts to Christmas parties all over BN8. From Station Road, Downs View and Downs View Close or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the roaster to you. Being close to the A275, North Chailey is simple for us to get to for your Christmas party. If your venue is just outside North Chailey, we also cover Chailey (1 mile south), Newick (1 mile east), South Street (2 miles south), Founthill (2 miles east) and Scaynes Hill (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Seaford (15 miles south), Lewes (7 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-east), Crowborough (10 miles north-east), Uckfield (5 miles east) and Newhaven (13 miles south).
A little further out are Heaven Farm Museum (3.4 miles north) and Waterbury Castle (4.7 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Ashenground and Bolnore Woods.
- Nearby schools include Chailey St Peter's Church of England Primary School (0.9 miles south) and Chailey School (2.3 miles south)
About our Christmas hog roast in North Chailey
At a Christmas fair or lights switch-on in North Chailey, a hog roast draws a queue: warm rolls when it is cold outside. We’re often asked to cater christmas fairs and boxing Day and New Year gatherings, serving apple sauce, roast turkey and roast potatoes.
In a small place like North Chailey, December lanes are dark, so let us know about access and lighting. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
- Area
- North Chailey (BN8)
- County
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Alongside
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
For event organisers in North Chailey
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and tell us what they ask for.
Marquee suppliers normally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Space, access and the venue
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- Vehicle access close by
- A hall, office or heated marquee for guests
- Firm ground rather than soft lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Roast potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast turkey
- Crackling
The process
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. In North Chailey, December daylight ends around 3:55pm, so evening parties need lights and shelter.
- Ask early for a December date.
- We check your venue and send a quote.
- We set up under cover in daylight.
- We serve pork, turkey and sides.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
Get a quote
When you’re weighing up caterers, ask each one exactly what’s included. We spell it out in ours. To get yours, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
North Chailey: your questions answered
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is North Chailey too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you cater outdoors in December?
Yes, the roast always cooks outdoors under cover. Guests will want somewhere warm and dry to eat.
Can you cater in North Chailey?
We do. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll check the date.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
Yes, for confident cooks. Ask and we’ll talk you through it.
What comes with the hog roast?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Do you need power or water?
The roaster runs on gas, so we don’t need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
A hog roast or other catering?
Next to a restaurant booking, a hog roast at your venue keeps everyone together and is often better value. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
What you get with us
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- An itemised quote
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. With a hog roast, one roast feeds everyone at once.
If you’re confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You do the roasting and carving; we will confirm what comes with it when you ask.
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What a hog roast costs
The biggest factors are:
- Time on site
- Whether you want china
- The date and time of year
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
What we need to know
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- Your menu choices
- Any venue rules
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or BN8 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Who books Christmas hog roast in North Chailey?
Turkey and pork together cover everyone.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near North Chailey:
- Christmas fairs
- Lights switch-on evenings
- Between-Christmas-and-New-Year get-togethers
- Office Christmas parties
For anyone getting the train home after the party, Plumpton station is about 3.6 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- Plates, china and cutlery
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Any travel or access charges
A closer look at the menu
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and roast or jacket potatoes, to suit your event.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls or plates? Rolls are quicker; plates suit a sit-down meal, and gluten-free rolls are available on request.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards