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Christmas Hog Roast for Sheldwich
We bring a hog roast for your Christmas party across Sheldwich and Kent, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Late-night shopping events
- Christmas fairs
- December open days
Christmas hog roast in Sheldwich
Prices and what affects them
Things that change the price:
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Site access
- The date and time of year
- The number of people
What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. A long, slow roast means an early start, which is built into the price.
Getting an accurate quote
These are the details we need:
- Rough numbers
- Dietary requirements
- A picture of the cooking area
- The date and time of the event
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Christmas hog roast in Sheldwich, slow-roasted on site
December dates book up early, especially Fridays, so contact us as soon as you know your date. We serve hog roast rolls, halloumi skewers and crackling, and we are frequently booked for club and society Christmas parties and boxing Day and New Year gatherings.
In winter near Sheldwich, we need firm ground and light. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
Also near Sheldwich
What else we do in Sheldwich
Is a hog roast right for your Christmas party?
Compared with a restaurant Christmas party, you avoid set-menu prices and keep everyone in one place. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
How the day works
We cook on a gas-fired roaster, so cooking doesn’t depend on mains power; a nearby socket helps with lights if service runs into the evening. In Sheldwich, December daylight ends around 3:50pm, so evening parties need lights and shelter.
- Send us your date, venue and numbers.
- We check the outdoor cooking spot and quote.
- We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- We carve and serve hot on cue.
- We pack up, even in the rain.
Before we arrive
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Send final numbers in good time
How to get a price
The quickest way to get a price is to send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of the cooking area helps. Use our quote form.
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Christmas parties in Sheldwich: local tips
Sheldwich is about 3 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. From village halls to gardens and fields, Christmas parties around Sheldwich suit a hog roast. We bring hog roasts to all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Sheldwich to Canterbury (9 miles away).
If people are coming by rail, Selling station, about 2.6 miles east, is the nearest station. Christmas fairs at a church such as Church of St James can book a hog roast stall. Sheldwich is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
Here we cover the ME13 postcode area, so your Christmas party can be anywhere in it. That could mean a Christmas party in a garden on Ashford Road and Lees Court Road, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the roaster. Neighbouring places where we cater Christmas parties include Sheldwich Lees (1 mile south-east), North Street (1 mile north), Badlesmere (1 mile south), Throwley (1 mile south-west) and Throwley Forstal (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (9 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east) and Faversham (3 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Newnham Castle (3.6 miles west).
- Local schools include The Abbey School (2.3 miles north)
Planning for dietary needs
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Count who doesn’t eat pork
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
If the party runs late, we can hold the roast a little, so tell us about delays.
Roast turkey can be added.
Catered or do it yourself?
You could roast a hog yourself, but it’s a long day’s work, from setting up and lighting the roaster to carving. With us catering, you get to be a host, not a cook.
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For weddings and bigger events, a catered roast is usually easier.
Occasions we serve in Sheldwich
It’s a generous way to say thank you.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Sheldwich. Typical bookings include:
- Festive open evenings
- Christmas family parties
- Office Christmas parties
- Late-night shopping events
A winter fair at a school like Sheldwich Primary School gets dark early, so hot food is popular.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- A clear list of what’s included
- VAT, if it applies
Your questions about a hog roast for your Christmas party in Sheldwich
Do you cater at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
What’s the nearest station to Sheldwich?
The closest is Selling station, roughly 2.6 miles away.
What if it rains?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop us. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
What space does the roaster need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, and a way to wheel everything in. A picture helps.
How long does the roast need?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
Is lighting needed?
It is dark before 4pm in December, so we plan lighting with you.
Do we need our own staff?
You don’t need anyone else: our chef carves and our team serves and clears.
When should we book our Christmas party?
Very quickly, so ask early. Midweek dates are easier.
Space, access and the venue
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- Lighting on the path from the party to the serving area
- A short route for our equipment
- A firm surface, as winter grass can be soft
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
From the roaster
- Roast turkey
- Roast potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
If you are booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We’ll fit in with site rules.
- 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 by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away