Wokingham · England
Christmas Hog Roast in Sindlesham
We bring a hog roast for your Christmas party across Sindlesham and Wokingham, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Winter open days
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
- Christmas lights switch-ons
Christmas hog roast for Sindlesham
A hog roast compared with other options
You can combine: pork for the crackling fans, turkey for traditionalists. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Planned to your running order
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Fresh carving at the serving station
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Christmas hog roast for your Christmas party in Sindlesham
December dates book up early, especially Fridays, so ask early. Popular choices include halloumi skewers, rotisserie chicken and apple sauce, and typical bookings are for christmas lights switch-ons and between-Christmas-and-New-Year get-togethers.
In a small place like Sindlesham, December lanes are dark, so let us know about access and lighting. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
Events we cater in Sindlesham
It is a generous way to say thank you.
Whatever the occasion in Sindlesham, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We are often asked to cater:
- Family Christmas gatherings
- Club and society Christmas parties
- Work Christmas parties
- Christmas lights switch-ons
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of St Catherine draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards.
Questions to ask before booking
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for every dish
- How many staff will carve and serve
- Plates, china and cutlery
Allergies and dietary needs
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Collect dietary needs with Christmas party sign-ups
- Find out who’d prefer turkey or chicken
- Request gluten-free rolls
We pack up whatever the weather.
Ask about gluten-free rolls.
Sindlesham questions
How far is Sindlesham from London?
Roughly 35 miles from the centre of London.
Do you come out to small places like Sindlesham?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What if it rains?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain is not a problem for the roast. Somewhere covered for people to eat helps.
Do you need power or water?
Not to cook, because the roaster is gas-fired. Let us know what’s on site.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we will confirm everything in writing.
Do December dates go quickly?
As early as possible, especially for Fridays and Saturdays. Send your date early.
Can you cater in Sindlesham?
We do. Send us the address and we’ll check the date.
How long does the roast need?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it’s several hours. We will confirm our arrival time when we quote.
How we price a hog roast for your Christmas party
We don’t use a fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- Whether you want china
- Numbers
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Travel to Sindlesham
Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Getting an accurate quote
These are the details we need:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The address or postcode
- Allergies we should know about
- What the outdoor space is like
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
What we serve, dish by dish
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
A hog roast roll is designed to be eaten in the hand. We can bring gluten-free rolls if you ask.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Planning the cooking spot
It is worth planning the cooking area in advance. The ideal spot has:
- Lighting on the path from the party to the serving area
- A safe distance from anything that could catch the heat
- Flat ground outside, with lights for after dark
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Sindlesham
- Roast potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Roast turkey
- Crackling
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
Festive bookings around Sindlesham
Sindlesham is about 2 miles north-west of Wokingham, in Wokingham. Christmas parties in Sindlesham are part of our patch, as well as the surrounding area. We bring hog roasts to all 35 towns and villages in Wokingham, from the larger towns to small villages.
If you are organising a Christmas fair for a school like Bearwood Primary School, hot rolls go down well. For colleagues travelling by train, the nearest station is Winnersh station, about 0.7 miles north-east.
We bring hog roasts to Christmas parties all over RG41 and the streets around it. That could mean a Christmas party in a garden on Mayfield Mews, May Fields and New Road, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the roaster. Other places close to Sindlesham we cover include Winnersh (1 mile north), Woosehill (1 mile south-east), Emmbrook (1 mile east), Wokingham (2 miles south-east) and Woodley (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Reading (4 miles north-west), Crowthorne (5 miles south-east), Newtown (3 miles north-west), Coley Park (5 miles west), Twyford (4 miles north) and Charvil (4 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (within half a mile north-west) and Wokingham Hospital (1.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Sindlesham include Holt Copse & Joel Park and Sonning Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Forest School (0.8 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Walters Arms (less than half a mile south-east)
Other occasions in Sindlesham
What happens on the day
Carving is part of the show: the hog is carved in front of your guests, with crackling for everyone who wants it. In Sindlesham, December daylight ends around 3:55pm, so for anything later, plan lights and somewhere warm to eat.
- Book early for December.
- 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 clear the serving area and go.
Preparing for the day
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
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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 typically easier.
Full catering or machine hire? Catered means we do everything: roasting, carving, serving and clearing. With DIY hire, you do the work and save on staffing.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards