Isle of Wight · England
Christmas Hog Roast for Shanklin
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast for your Christmas party in Shanklin and the surrounding area.
- Year-end thank-yous
- Staff Christmas do’s
- Festive family get-togethers
Christmas hog roast in Shanklin
About the food
Roast turkey
Turkey and pork together cover traditionalists and crackling fans alike, with roast potatoes on the side.
Roast pork
Our chef carves the pork as it’s needed, so it stays hot and juicy right to the last roll.
Christmas hog roast for your Christmas party in Shanklin
Winter weather is part of the plan: the roast is under cover; guests need somewhere dry. A hall, office or marquee works well. For new Year parties and staff Christmas do’s, we will put together a menu of crackling, rotisserie chicken and halloumi skewers for your guests.
In Shanklin, festive gatherings tend to be at home or the hall. We need firm ground and some light. Plates come as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
- Where
- Shanklin (PO37, PO36)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Also available
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- Flat ground outside, with lights for after dark
- A short route for our equipment
- Lighting on the path from the party to the serving area
For somewhere as remote as Shanklin, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Shanklin
- Crackling
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Roast turkey
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what affects the price:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Crockery choices
- How long the roast and service take
- Numbers
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Getting an accurate quote
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- The date and time of the event
- Dietary requirements
- What the outdoor space is like
Every Christmas party is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your Christmas party for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Common questions in Shanklin
Can you roast near the sea around Shanklin?
Yes, of course. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
What’s the nearest station to Shanklin?
Shanklin station, in Shanklin itself.
What do you need from us on the day?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We will bring the rest.
What space does the roaster 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 picture helps.
What happens if it is 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.
How big a hog will we need?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we will confirm everything in writing.
Who serves?
Our chef carves and our staff serve, then clear the serving area afterwards.
Is turkey available?
Roast turkey can be added for Christmas, as well as the hog.
How the day works
We take care of everything from the first hour of roasting to clearing away, so you can enjoy your Christmas party. A lunchtime Christmas party in Shanklin is the only one in good daylight, as it’s dark by about 4:00pm, so evening parties need lights and shelter.
- Ask early for a December date.
- You get a quote with the menu.
- We arrive while it is light and set up under cover.
- We serve pork, turkey and sides.
- We tidy up and leave.
How to prepare
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
Getting a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
Related guides
Catered or do it yourself?
If you’re confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You do the roasting and carving; we will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Roasting a whole hog yourself is possible, but it takes hours of attention, from setting up and lighting the roaster to carving. With us catering, you get to be a host, not a cook.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep you both updated.
Marquee suppliers usually set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Events we cater in Shanklin
Nothing beats hot pork on a December evening.
We are regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Shanklin, such as:
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
- Work Christmas parties
- Christmas markets
- Lights switch-on evenings
Shanklin is on or near the A3020 and A3055, so we can reach it easily in winter.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- Whether plates or china are included
Christmas catering near Shanklin
Shanklin is about 6 miles south of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We cover Christmas parties in Shanklin. We cater all 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 22 miles away.
If people are coming by rail, Shanklin station serves Shanklin directly. A winter fair at a school like St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy gets dark early, so hot food is popular. The coast is within about 3 miles of Shanklin, and winter sea winds can be bitter.
Anywhere in PO37 and PO36, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include High Street, Church Road and Regent Street, and a Christmas party on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. You will find Shanklin on the A3020 and A3055, so it is easy for us to reach with the equipment. Neighbouring places where we cater Christmas parties include Luccombe Village (1 mile south), Lake (1 mile north), Sandown (2 miles north-east), Queen's Bower (2 miles north) and Alverstone (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (7 miles north-west), Ryde (6 miles north), Cowes (10 miles north-west), Ventnor (3 miles south-west), East Cowes (10 miles north-west) and Oakfield (6 miles north). Shanklin is among the bigger towns we cover in the Isle of Wight, with lots of choice for Christmas parties. Remote sites take a little more planning, so ask early about your Christmas party.
Other landmarks nearby include South Wight (2.4 miles south-west) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (less than half a mile north). Green spaces nearby include Alverstone Mead and St Boniface Down.
- Local schools include Sandown Bay Academy (1.9 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Falcon pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Is a hog roast right for your Christmas party?
For a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are always popular. For larger numbers, a hog roast is typically good value, since one roast goes a long way. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Why us?
- Carved to order by a chef
- Planned to your running order
- All the equipment comes with us
- Our staff serve and clear
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
Nearby places to Shanklin
More for events in Shanklin
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away