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Christmas Hog Roast for Roser's Cross
Christmas hog roast in Roser's Cross: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, carved to order and served in soft rolls with crackling.
- Winter fairs and markets
- Winter open days
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
Christmas hog roast for Roser's Cross
About our Christmas hog roast in Roser's Cross
Christmas get-togethers can mean plenty of people, and a hog roast feeds everyone without anyone stuck in the kitchen. Typical bookings include christmas fairs and sports club Christmas do’s, with roast potatoes, roast turkey and apple sauce.
Near Roser's Cross, country lanes are dark in winter, so let us know about access and lighting. You’ll know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed.
- Where
- Roser's Cross (TN21)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Extras
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we serve, dish by dish
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls make a hog roast easy to eat anywhere. Gluten-free rolls can be provided on request.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
Roser's Cross in December: what to know
Roser's Cross is about 5 miles east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Christmas parties in Roser's Cross are part of our patch, as well as the surrounding area. We bring hog roasts to all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Roser's Cross to Brighton (17 miles away).
Christmas fairs at a church such as The Parish Church of All Saints can book a hog roast stall. Roser's Cross is within about 5 miles of the High Weald National Landscape; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN21, so your Christmas party can be anywhere in it. We can cater a Christmas party on streets such as Forest Place, Warren Lane and Fir Grove Road or the roads around them, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the roaster. Other places close to Roser's Cross we cover include Waldron (1 mile south), Cross in Hand (1 mile north-east), Lions Green (2 miles south), Sandy Cross (2 miles east) and Heathfield (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Eastbourne (13 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south-east), Seaford (14 miles south), Lewes (11 miles south-west), Hailsham (7 miles south) and Crowborough (6 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Uckfield Community Hospital (4.3 miles west) and Sussex Farm Museum (2.7 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Selwyns Wood.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Star Inn (0.9 miles south)
Events we cater in Roser's Cross
It is different from the usual Christmas set menu.
Hosts in Roser's Cross book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Staff Christmas do’s
- Late-night shopping events
- Christmas markets
- Between-Christmas-and-New-Year get-togethers
Train travellers will want to know that the closest railway station is Buxted station, roughly 3.7 miles north-west of the centre.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether travel is included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
Prices and what affects them
Each price is built from:
- Menu choices and extras
- Site access
- How many people are eating
- How long the roast and service take
Numbers make the biggest difference: the price per head generally falls as numbers rise, since much of the cost is fixed.
What we need to know
Here’s what we will ask:
- What the outdoor space is like
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The address or postcode
- Anything the venue has asked for
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
Your questions about a hog roast for your Christmas party in Roser's Cross
Could you cook in Passingworth Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Ask them first.
Which station is closest to Roser's Cross?
The closest is Buxted station, roughly 3.7 miles away.
When should we book our Christmas party?
As early as possible, especially for Fridays and Saturdays. Send your date early.
Can you serve inside our office or hall?
Serving inside is usually fine with the venue’s agreement.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you’re not left with the mess.
What do people get?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
What happens if it’s dark?
Yes: the cooking area, serving table and path need lighting after dark. Tell us what’s already there and we’ll plan the rest with you.
What if things run late?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and a cooked roast can be held for a while if things run late.
How it works
Carving is part of the show: the hog is carved in front of your guests, and the crackling is shared out so everyone gets some. Christmas parties in Roser's Cross are almost always after dark: sunset is about 3:55pm in December. We bring lighting for the cooking area; tell us about lighting on the way to it.
- Tell us when and where the party is.
- We check the outdoor cooking spot and quote.
- The roast starts in the afternoon.
- Our chef carves and staff serve.
- We clear away whatever the weather.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Name a contact for the day
Get a quote
Every Christmas party is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your Christmas party for a quote: use our quote form.
Planning help
Organising for someone else?
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Next to a winter barbecue, slow roasting suits winter far better. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
What you get with us
- Served at the time you choose
- Our staff serve and clear
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
Read how we price or the cost guide.
What the cooking area needs
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, and a little planning goes a long way:
- Flat ground outside, with lights for after dark
- Hardstanding if possible in winter
- Indoor space for eating
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Roser's Cross
- Roast potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Crackling
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast turkey
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
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Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Add dietary questions to the invite
- Label alternatives clearly
Name someone to meet us, especially for an office party.
Lights around the carving station add atmosphere.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards