Kent · England
Christmas Hog Roast for Printstile
Plenty of choice: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Christmas hog roast in Printstile.
- Christmas family parties
- Festive open evenings
- End-of-year team celebrations
Christmas hog roast for Printstile
Step by step
We get there well ahead of service, because a whole hog takes hours to roast. The smell usually brings people over long before we carve. A lunchtime Christmas party in Printstile is the only one in good daylight, as it is dark by about 3:55pm, so evening parties need lights and shelter.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Christmas hog roast for your Christmas party in Printstile
On a cold December night, hot pork and crackling are hard to beat. We roast outdoors under cover and carve to order for your Christmas party in Printstile. For boxing Day and New Year gatherings and staff Christmas do’s, we’ll put together a menu of hog roast rolls, roast turkey and rotisserie chicken and more.
For a Christmas party near Printstile, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key, as fields are frequently soft. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
Full catering or machine hire?
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
The hardest part of a DIY hog roast is timing: a whole hog takes hours, and it needs to be cooked through safely. If you’d rather not worry about it, let us cook.
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What the cooking area needs
It is worth planning the cooking area in advance. The ideal spot has:
- Parking near the cooking area
- A lit route to the food
- A level outdoor area that can be lit
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Printstile
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Crackling
- Roast turkey
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Roast potatoes
What a hog roast costs
Each price is built from:
- Plates or china
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Access to the cooking area
- How many people are eating
A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, because one whole roast feeds plenty of people. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- What the outdoor space is like
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The date and time of the event
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Looking after everyone
Some guests will not eat pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Stuffing typically contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Add dietary questions to the invite
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
We arrive in daylight to set up and start roasting, and cook into the evening.
Ask about gluten-free rolls.
Occasions we serve in Printstile
It is different from the usual Christmas set menu.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Printstile and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- End-of-term celebrations
- Winter open days
- Work Christmas parties
- Club and society Christmas parties
For colleagues travelling by train, the closest railway station is Leigh (Kent) station, roughly 1.7 miles north of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- If the price includes VAT
- What crockery is supplied
- Allergen information for every dish
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
For event organisers in Printstile
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Printstile in December: what to know
Printstile is about 3 miles north-west of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Printstile. Printstile is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 26 miles away.
With the B2176 nearby, December journeys to Printstile are straightforward. A Christmas fair at Parish Church of St Lawrence is just the kind of event a hog roast suits.
Christmas parties anywhere in TN3 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Streets in the area include Penshurst Road and Barden Road, and a Christmas party on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Being close to the B2176, Printstile is easy for us to reach with the roaster. Neighbouring places where we cater Christmas parties include Bidborough (1 mile east), Speldhurst (1 mile south), Poundsbridge (1 mile south-west), Stockland Green (1 mile south-east) and Bullingstone (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (15 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (8 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (3 miles south-east), Tonbridge (3 miles north-east), Kings Hill (11 miles north-east) and Paddock Wood (8 miles east).
A little further out are Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (2.6 miles east) and The Milne Museum (3.2 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Barden Lake and Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
FAQs for Printstile
Is Printstile close to London?
Roughly 26 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Printstile too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Do hog roasts work in winter?
Yes, the roast always cooks outdoors under cover. Plan a warm place for guests.
How soon do you get booked up?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we’ll check.
Do you bring plates?
We bring plates as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we’ll add it to the quote.
What’s included?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
What about coeliacs?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Stuffing usually contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
Do we need our own staff?
Our chef carves and our staff serve, and we clear up when service is finished.
A closer look at the menu
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg, in a roll or on a plate.
Stuffing and apple sauce
Stuffing and a dollop of apple sauce make the roll, just as they should.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away