Wokingham · England
Christmas Hog Roast in Ruscombe
We bring a hog roast for your Christmas party to Ruscombe and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Sports club Christmas do’s
- Lights switch-on evenings
- End-of-year team celebrations
Slow-roasted pork in Ruscombe
Christmas catering near Ruscombe
Ruscombe is about 3 miles north-east of Woodley, in Wokingham. We’re happy to travel to Ruscombe for Christmas parties and the places nearby. Ruscombe is one of 35 towns and villages in Wokingham where we cater. You can also see our page for Reading, about 6 miles away.
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Polehampton Church of England Junior School, suit a hog roast. Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of St James draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards.
This part of Wokingham takes in RG10. That could mean a Christmas party in a garden on London Road, Milton Way and Highgrove Place, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. With the A3032 close by, Ruscombe is easy for us to reach with the roaster. Close by, we cover Christmas parties in Twyford (1 mile south-west), Hare Hatch (1 mile north-east), Charvil (1 mile west), Whistley Green (1 mile south) and The Holt (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Reading (6 miles south-west), Wokingham (5 miles south), Woodley (3 miles south-west), Earley (5 miles south-west), Crowthorne (8 miles south) and Lower Earley (5 miles south-west).
A little further out are Royal Berkshire Hospital (4.9 miles south-west) and Frazer Nash Archives (3.7 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Alder Moors and Weycock Hill.
- Schools near Ruscombe include Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School (0.9 miles north-west) and The Piggott School (0.9 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Golden Cross pub (less than half a mile south-west)
About our Christmas hog roast in Ruscombe
For a work Christmas party in Ruscombe, a hog roast is a change from the usual set menu: hot rolls, roast turkey if you like, and crackling for everyone. Popular choices include apple sauce, halloumi skewers and rotisserie chicken, and we’re frequently booked for society Christmas socials and christmas family parties.
Near Ruscombe, country lanes are dark in winter, so let us know about access and lighting. Everything we need to roast, carve and serve comes with us, and we pack away and leave the area as we found it.
For planners, venues and organisers
Marquee suppliers typically set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
DIY versus a catered hog roast
You could go for a cold buffet, but hot, freshly carved roast pork is a different experience.
Timing is the tricky part of roasting your own: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If you’d rather not worry about it, let us cook.
What comes off the roaster
Roast pork
Hours of slow roasting make the pork soft and full of flavour, and it’s carved fresh as people come up.
Crackling
For many people, the crackling is the best bit: golden, crunchy and salty.
Prices and what affects them
We do not use a fixed price list, because every Christmas party is different. The main factors are:
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Time on site
- The date and time of year
- Distance from us
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Details that help
To get the best quote, send us:
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- An estimate of numbers
- The venue or postcode
When you’re weighing up caterers, check what each quote actually includes. We spell it out in ours. To get yours, use our quote form.
Questions from Ruscombe
Could you cook in Loddon Nature Reserve?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Which station is closest to Ruscombe?
Twyford station, about 0.5 miles south-west of the centre.
How much room do you need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A photo helps.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Do we need our own staff?
You do not need anyone else: our chef carves and our team serves and clears.
Is it too cold for a hog roast?
Winter is a great time for a hog roast.
How much does a hog roast cost?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we’re on site. Send us the details and we will quote.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we will check.
The process
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your Christmas party in Ruscombe. Late-December sunset in Ruscombe comes at about 3:55pm. A Christmas party in the evening means carving under lights, and a lit path from the door.
- Ask early for a December date.
- We check your venue and send a quote.
- We set up under cover in daylight.
- We serve pork, turkey and sides.
- We tidy up and leave.
Getting ready for the day
- Name a contact for the day
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
Get a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
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Before you choose a spot
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. The ideal spot has:
- Parking near the cooking area
- Firm ground rather than soft lawn
- A level outdoor area that can be lit
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Hog roast rolls
- Crackling
- Roast potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Roast turkey
- Vegan option (Ve)
Diets, allergies and alternatives
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Send the allergen list round before the party
- Ask about dietary needs when people RSVP
- Request gluten-free rolls
Lighting at the serving table matters after dark, so tell us what’s already there.
Lights around the carving station add atmosphere.
Why choose a hog roast in Ruscombe?
Next to a winter barbecue, a hog roast copes much better with the cold. What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. Slow roasting means we’re on site for much of the day, and the quote reflects that.
Why book with us
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Served at the time you choose
Also near Ruscombe
More for events in Ruscombe
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards