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Christmas Party Catering in Pickhurst, West Sussex
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 Pickhurst.
- Christmas lights switch-ons
- Family Christmas gatherings
- Office Christmas parties
A hog roast near Pickhurst
Planning a Christmas party in Pickhurst
Pickhurst is about 11 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We bring a hog roast for your Christmas party to Christmas parties anywhere in Pickhurst, given a suitable outdoor cooking area. We bring hog roasts to all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Pickhurst to Guildford (about 19 miles away).
The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of Pickhurst, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
We bring hog roasts to Christmas parties all over the RH20 postcode area and the streets around it. Close by, we cover Christmas parties in Pulborough (1 mile south-east), Bedham (2 miles west), Hardham (2 miles south), Fittleworth (2 miles south-west) and Lower Horncroft (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south-east).
A little further out are Coates Castle (3.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Pickhurst include The Mens.
Christmas hog roast in Pickhurst, slow-roasted on site
December is dark early, so we start in daylight and roast into the evening. The cooking area and path need lighting. We’re frequently asked to cater christmas family parties and new Year parties, with roast potatoes, roast turkey and rotisserie chicken.
In winter near Pickhurst, we need firm ground and light, as fields are frequently soft. We plan the timings around your day, because the roast has to start hours before you eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
- Where
- Pickhurst (RH20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Extras
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Pickhurst
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 work to whatever the site needs.
Which station is closest to Pickhurst?
The closest is Pulborough station, roughly 1.4 miles away.
How do we prepare?
Only the space and a contact number. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. Serving inside is frequently possible, with the venue’s agreement.
Do you bring plates?
Plates come as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we will add it to the quote.
Can we have roast turkey?
Roast turkey can be added for Christmas, alongside the pork.
When should we book our Christmas party?
December weekends go first. Send your date early.
Step by step
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, set up under cover and start roasting, the roast cooks gently through the day, and our chef carves it when you’re ready. In December, it’s dark in Pickhurst by about 3:55pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. We start in daylight and cook into the dark.
- Send us your Christmas party date, venue and numbers.
- We check the venue and send a price.
- On the day we arrive early and get the roast going.
- Our chef carves and our staff serve hot food at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we pack up and leave the spot tidy.
How to prepare
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
How to get a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
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About the food
Roast turkey
Turkey and pork together cover traditionalists and crackling fans alike, with roast potatoes on the side.
Roast pork
Everything starts with the slow-roasted pork: carved thick or thin, as people like it, straight from the roaster.
Looking after everyone
Rolls and stuffing typically contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. Other tips:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Send the allergen list round before the party
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
A cooked roast holds for a while, so tell us about delays.
China crockery is available on request.
Perfect for your Christmas party in Pickhurst
Guests can eat standing up and keep chatting.
Whatever the occasion in Pickhurst, a slow roast goes a long way. We’re often asked to cater:
- Sports club Christmas do’s
- December open days
- Office Christmas parties
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
Train travellers will want to know that Pulborough station is about 1.4 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- If the price includes VAT
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
For event organisers in Pickhurst
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
How we price a hog roast for your Christmas party
Things that change the price:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Time on site
- Distance from us
- How many people are eating
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates 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 to include:
- Roughly how many people
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- Which meats and sides you’d like
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
A hog roast compared with other options
For a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are always popular. Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups usually cost less per head, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
Why book with us
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- An itemised quote
- Planned to your running order
See our pricing or what a hog roast costs.
Planning the cooking spot
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way:
- Space away from buildings, marquees and trees
- A hall, office or heated marquee for guests
- Vehicle access close by
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the roaster
- Rotisserie chicken
- Roast potatoes
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Roast turkey
- Crackling
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards