Hampshire · England
Christmas Hog Roast in Southrope
Plenty of choice: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, with salads and potatoes on the side. Book a hog roast for your Christmas party in Southrope.
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Christmas hog roast in Southrope
How our Christmas hog roast works in Southrope
Add roast turkey alongside the hog, with roast potatoes on the side. Chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option cover everyone else. Typical bookings include family Christmas gatherings and new Year parties, serving halloumi skewers, roast potatoes and rotisserie chicken.
Near Southrope, country lanes are dark in winter, so tell us about the route and lighting at the spot. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish before you book.
Before you choose a 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 hall, office or heated marquee for guests
- A safe distance from anything that could catch the heat
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
From the roaster
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast potatoes
- Roast turkey
- Rotisserie chicken
What a hog roast costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Whether you want china
- Time on site
- The number of people
- Site access
Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- Your date and serving time
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- An estimate of numbers
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Next to a plated turkey lunch, a hog roast is more relaxed. Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. A long, slow roast means an early start, and the quote reflects that.
Why book with us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Fresh carving at the serving station
Read how we price and the cost guide.
What comes off the roaster
Stuffing and apple sauce
Apple sauce brings sweetness and sharpness are the traditional pairing. Note that stuffing typically contains gluten.
Rotisserie chicken
For guests who do not eat pork, rotisserie chicken is the easy answer, and children generally like it too.
FAQs for Southrope
How far is Southrope from London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Southrope?
The closest is Alton station, roughly 4.5 miles away.
Can you cater outdoors in December?
Hot food suits winter perfectly.
What happens after service?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
What do people get?
Roast pork carved into soft rolls with sage and onion stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Extras include lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers, a vegan option, salads and potatoes.
How big a hog will we need?
We size the roast to your numbers, so tell us your best estimate. We’ll confirm the menu in the quote.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Can you roast in the rain?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Occasions we serve in Southrope
Offer roast turkey as well as the hog.
We’re regularly asked to cater all sorts of events around Southrope, such as:
- Winter open days
- Christmas lights switch-ons
- Office Christmas parties
- Christmas family parties
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of St. Mary draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards.
Questions to ask before booking
- Travel and any London charges
- Who carves and who serves
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
Christmas catering near Southrope
Southrope is about 4 miles north-west of Alton, in Hampshire. We set up the roaster at gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Southrope. We cater 683 places in Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 17 miles away.
For anyone getting the train home after the party, Alton station is about 4.5 miles away.
Christmas parties anywhere in RG25 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and a serving time. Local streets include King Johns Lane, Back Lane and Hockleys Lane; a Christmas party on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Neighbouring places where we cater Christmas parties include Bagmore (1 mile west), Burkham (2 miles south-west), Shalden Green (2 miles south-east), Shalden (2 miles south-east) and Bentworth (3 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (5 miles north-west), Winchester (15 miles south-west), Farnborough (14 miles north-east), Fleet (10 miles north-east), Aldershot (13 miles east) and Alton (4 miles south-east).
A little further out are Gliding Heritage Centre (1.2 miles south-east) and Basing House (4.9 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Holybourne Hill.
Allergies and dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Share the allergen information in advance
- Stuffing generally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately
Lighting at the serving table matters after dark.
Lights around the carving station add atmosphere.
For event organisers in Southrope
If you are booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We’ll fit in with site rules.
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we will tell you what we can send.
More for events in Southrope
Step by step
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, a cooked roast can be kept hot for a while, so tell us as soon as plans change. A lunchtime Christmas party in Southrope is the only one in good daylight, as it is dark by about 4:00pm, so evening parties need lights and shelter.
- Send us your date, venue and numbers.
- We confirm the space and send a price.
- The roast starts in the afternoon.
- Our chef carves and staff serve.
- We pack up, even in the rain.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Let us know about tight access
- Think about shelter for your guests
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards