East Sussex · England
Christmas Hog Roast for Southover
We bring a hog roast for your Christmas party to Southover and nearby, cooking slowly at your venue and serving it hot, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Christmas markets
- End-of-term celebrations
- December open days
Planning an event in Southover?
Looking after everyone
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Stuffing generally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
We pack up whatever the weather.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Christmas hog roast in Southover, carved to order
Swap the set menu for a hog roast at your Christmas party in Southover: hot rolls, roast turkey if you like, and crackling for everyone. Typical bookings include work Christmas parties and between-Christmas-and-New-Year get-togethers, serving rotisserie chicken, roast turkey and apple sauce.
In Southover, festive gatherings tend to be at home or the hall. The roaster needs a lit spot and firm ground. We plan the timings around your day, because the roast has to start hours before you eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
- Area
- Southover (BN7, BN8)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Also available
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Organising for someone else?
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We will keep you both updated.
Events we cater in Southover
It’s different from the usual Christmas set menu.
Here’s what people in Southover most often book a hog roast for:
- Winter open days
- Staff Christmas do’s
- Winter fairs and markets
- Late-night shopping events
Train travellers will want to know that there is a station right in Southover: Lewes station.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What crockery is supplied
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
Southover in December: what to know
Southover is about 1 mile south-east of Lewes, in East Sussex. We cater Christmas parties across Southover and nearby. We cater all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 7 miles away.
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of St Michael draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards. With the A277 and A2029 nearby, December journeys to Southover are straightforward. The South Downs National Park is within about a mile of Southover, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
For Christmas parties in BN7 and BN8, we just need to know where the roaster can cook. Local streets include Ham Lane, New Road and Bell Lane; a Christmas party on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. With the A277 and A2029 close by, Southover is simple for us to get to with the roaster. We also bring hog roasts to Christmas parties in Cliffe (1 mile north-east), Lewes (1 mile north-west), South Malling (1 mile north), Iford (2 miles south-west) and Offham (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (13 miles south-east), Seaford (8 miles south-east), Hailsham (11 miles east), Crowborough (14 miles north-east), Uckfield (8 miles north-east) and Newhaven (6 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Museum of Agricultural Bygones (3.9 miles north-east) and Lewes Castle (under half a mile north-west). Open spaces near Southover include Cliffe Hill and Southerham Farm.
- Nearby schools include Lewes Old Grammar School (within half a mile north-west) and Priory School (under half a mile east)
- Pubs nearby include Kings Head pub (less than half a mile south-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include St Michael (under half a mile north-west)
Why choose a hog roast in Southover?
At a winter fair, hot pork rolls are always popular. Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
What you get with us
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Timed around your day
Take a look at how we price and what a hog roast costs.
Common questions in Southover
Can you do a hog roast in Railway Land?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first.
How far is Southover from London?
About 44 miles from central London, and well within our area.
How early should we book for Christmas?
The earlier the better. Midweek dates are easier.
Do you provide china?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
We do, if you are happy to roast and carve yourself. Ask and we will talk you through it.
What do you need from us on the day?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
Outside, always. Serving indoors is generally fine if the venue is happy.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you are not left with the mess.
About the food
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes turn rolls into a full meal.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, a hot, filling option of their own.
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Light by the serving table
- A firm surface, as winter grass can be soft
- Space away from buildings, marquees and trees
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Salads
- Roast turkey
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Crackling
- Roast potatoes
How it works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we have agreed, and get on with roasting and serving. A lunchtime Christmas party in Southover is the only one in good daylight, as it is dark by about 3:55pm, so for anything later, plan lights and somewhere warm to eat.
- It starts with your date, venue and rough numbers.
- We check the venue and send a price.
- We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- Our chef carves and our staff serve hot food at the agreed time.
- We clear away, even on a dark, wet evening.
Before we arrive
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Name a contact for the day
How to get a price
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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What affects the price in Southover
There’s no fixed price list, since every event is different. The main factors are:
- Whether you want china
- Travel to Southover
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- Access to the cooking area
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
What to tell us
These are the details we need:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Allergies we should know about
- Your menu choices
- An estimate of numbers
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away