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Christmas Hog Roast in Ranmore Common
Something for nearly everyone: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Book a hog roast for your Christmas party in Ranmore Common.
- Winter fairs and markets
- Society Christmas socials
- Year-end thank-yous
Slow-roasted pork in Ranmore Common
How our Christmas hog roast works in Ranmore Common
Family gatherings at Christmas can be big, and a hog roast means nobody spends the day cooking. Popular choices include roast potatoes, roast turkey and hog roast rolls, and we are regularly asked to cater club and society Christmas parties and christmas markets.
In a small place like Ranmore Common, 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.
About the food
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we will bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
Roast turkey
Turkey and pork together cover traditionalists and crackling fans alike, with roast potatoes on the side.
Towns and villages near Ranmore Common
More for events in Ranmore Common
Organising for someone else?
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we will confirm what we can provide.
Planning a Christmas party in Ranmore Common
Ranmore Common is about 2 miles north-west of Dorking, in Surrey. Ranmore Common and the surrounding area are covered for Christmas parties. We bring hog roasts to all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 9 miles away.
For anyone getting the train home after the party, the closest railway station is Dorking West station, roughly 1.1 miles east of the centre. If a church like Church of St Barnabas is running a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are a welcome sight on a cold evening. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Ranmore Common; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
We cater Christmas parties across RH5 and the streets around it. Nearby, we also cater Christmas parties in Westcott (1 mile south), Westhumble (2 miles north-east), Dorking (2 miles south-east), Pixham (2 miles east) and Wotton (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (9 miles west), Woking (10 miles north-west), Epsom (8 miles north-east), Horley (10 miles south-east), Redhill (8 miles east) and Ewell (9 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Betchworth Castle (3 miles east) and Mesolithic Museum (3.3 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Box Hill and Combe Bottom.
- Local schools include The Priory CofE Voluntary Aided School (1.4 miles south-east)
- Other local spots include Pippbrook House (1.7 miles east)
The process
We roast under cover, so a shower won’t spoil the food. Your guests will still want somewhere dry to eat, such as a marquee, hall or barn. Sunset in Ranmore Common in late December is about 3:55pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. We start in daylight and cook into the dark.
- Ask early for a December date.
- You get a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover in daylight.
- We serve hot rolls and turkey if you’ve chosen it.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Check there’s a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
Getting a price
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or RH5 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Planning the cooking spot
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, so a few things are worth checking:
- A level outdoor area that can be lit
- Lighting on the path from the party to the serving area
- Hardstanding if possible in winter
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Crackling
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Roast potatoes
- Roast turkey
- Hog roast rolls
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with a barbecue, slow roasting suits winter far better. Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
Why us?
- Planned to your running order
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- A clear quote with everything listed
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Who books Christmas hog roast in Ranmore Common?
Turkey and pork together cover everyone.
People around Ranmore Common book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- New Year parties
- Festive open evenings
- Club and society Christmas parties
- Year-end thank-yous
If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like Surrey Hills All Saints Primary School, hot rolls go down well.
Comparing caterers
- Who carves and who serves
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- Whether travel is included
- Allergen information for every dish
FAQs for Ranmore Common
Which station is closest to Ranmore Common?
Dorking West station, about 1.1 miles east of the centre.
How far is Ranmore Common from London?
Roughly 21 miles from the centre of London.
How much room do you need?
A flat, open spot outside, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A photo helps.
When should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we will check.
Is turkey available?
Yes, roast turkey is available for Christmas events, alongside the pork.
Can the food be served indoors?
We cook outside, but can typically serve indoors if the venue agrees.
Do you bring plates?
We bring plates as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we’ll add it to the quote.
Is there a non-pork option?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. Halal meat isn’t something we offer.
Prices and what affects them
There is no fixed price list, because every Christmas party is different. The main factors are:
- The date and time of year
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Crockery choices
- Which meats and sides you choose
What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. A long, slow roast means an early start, and the quote reflects that.
What to tell us
When you enquire, it helps to include:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the cooking area
- An estimate of numbers
If you’re comparing hog roast caterers for Ranmore Common, check what each quote actually includes. We spell it out in ours. For a quote, use our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Stuffing generally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
Name someone to meet us, especially for an office party.
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
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away