Hampshire · England
Christmas Party Catering in Red Rice, Hampshire
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast for your Christmas party makes the food part of your Christmas party in Red Rice.
- Winter fairs and markets
- Club and society Christmas parties
- New Year parties
Christmas hog roast for Red Rice
Christmas hog roast for your Christmas party in Red Rice
Roast turkey can join the pork for a traditional touch, with roast potatoes and salads. There are options for people who don’t eat pork. We’re often asked to cater end-of-term celebrations and work Christmas parties, serving hog roast rolls, roast turkey and halloumi skewers.
For a Christmas party near Red Rice, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- Firm ground rather than soft lawn
- Somewhere warm and dry for guests to eat
- Flat ground outside, with lights for after dark
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Red Rice
- Salads
- Roast turkey
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast potatoes
- Crackling
- Rotisserie chicken
For event organisers in Red Rice
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.
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Red Rice in December: what to know
Red Rice is about 3 miles south-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Red Rice is well within our area for Christmas parties and the places nearby. We cover all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 19 miles away.
For colleagues travelling by train, Andover station is about 2.6 miles away. If a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin is running a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are a welcome sight on a cold evening.
Anywhere in SP11, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Red Rice Road and Fullerton Road or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Other places close to Red Rice we cover include Little Ann (1 mile north), Abbotts Ann (1 mile north-west), Anna Valley (1 mile north), Monxton (2 miles north-west) and Kentsboro (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (12 miles south-east), Andover (3 miles north-east), Chandler's Ford (14 miles south-east), Romsey (13 miles south), Hyde (12 miles south-east) and Tidworth (8 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Andover Museum (2.8 miles north-east) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.8 miles north). Within reach you will find Mill Lake and Quarley Hill.
- Schools near Red Rice include Abbotts Ann Church of England Primary School (0.7 miles north-west) and John Hanson Community School (2 miles north)
How the day works
We work to your timings. If things run late, we can hold the cooked roast for a while before carving, so tell us as soon as plans change. By about 4:00pm in late December, Red Rice is dark. A Christmas party in the evening means carving under lights, and a lit path from the door.
- Tell us when and where the party is.
- We confirm the space and send a price.
- The roast starts in the afternoon.
- We carve and serve hot on cue.
- We clear away whatever the weather.
Getting ready for the day
- Check there’s a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
Getting a price
When you’re weighing up caterers, ask each one exactly what’s included. Ours lists it clearly. To get yours, fill in our quote form.
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Common questions in Red Rice
How far is Red Rice from London?
About 65 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Red Rice too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
When should we book our Christmas party?
As early as possible, especially for Fridays and Saturdays. Ask as soon as you know your date.
What’s the price?
Each event is priced on its own, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Ask us for a quote.
What if things run late?
We will be as flexible as we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will adjust.
Is mains power needed?
Cooking is gas-fired, so no mains power is needed for the roast. Power can help with lighting after dark.
When should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we will check.
What space does the roaster need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We will confirm the space with your quote.
Allergies and dietary needs
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. Other tips:
- Label alternatives clearly
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
We clear away, even on a cold, wet night.
Add roast turkey for a traditional Christmas touch.
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What else we do in Red Rice
What a hog roast costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- The journey to the venue
- Crockery choices
Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. Slow roasting means we are on site for much of the day, which is built into the price.
Getting an accurate quote
To check the date and the space, we will need:
- What the outdoor space is like
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and time of the event
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: send us your details through our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Red Rice
Offer roast turkey as well as the hog.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Red Rice and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Christmas family parties
- Work Christmas parties
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
- Winter open days
A winter fair at a school like Redrice School gets dark early, so hot food is popular.
Comparing caterers
- Staffing on the day
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- What the price includes, item by item
- Travel and any London charges
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For weddings and bigger events, a catered roast is generally easier.
Catered or DIY? With catering, our chef roasts, carves and serves, and our staff clear up. With DIY hire, you do the work and save on staffing.
A closer look at the menu
Roast turkey
At Christmas, add roast turkey alongside the hog, carved at the serving station for a festive feel.
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, turned until the skin is golden.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away