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Christmas Party Catering in Thorney Island, West Sussex
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Christmas hog roast in Thorney Island.
- Festive family get-togethers
- Festive open evenings
- Winter fairs and markets
Christmas hog roast for Thorney Island
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask about dietary needs when people RSVP
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
We arrive in daylight to set up and start roasting, then roast through the afternoon.
Ask about gluten-free rolls.
Christmas hog roast in Thorney Island, carved to order
Winter weather is part of the plan: we cook under cover, and guests eat somewhere warm. A hall, office or marquee works well. For winter fairs and markets and christmas lights switch-ons, we’ll put together a menu of hog roast rolls, apple sauce and crackling and more.
For a Christmas party near Thorney Island, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. We bring the roaster, the cover and everything we need to cook and serve, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
- Where
- Thorney Island (PO10)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the roaster
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Alongside
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I cook it myself?
If you are confident and want to save on staff, DIY machine hire is an option. You do the roasting and carving; we’ll confirm what comes with it when you ask.
A barbecue is the other obvious choice, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. With a hog roast, one roast feeds everyone at once.
Events we cater in Thorney Island
Turkey and pork together cover everyone.
Whatever the occasion in Thorney Island, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. Bookings often include:
- Club and society Christmas parties
- New Year parties
- Family Christmas gatherings
- Lights switch-on evenings
A Christmas fair at The Parish Church of St Nicholas is just the kind of event a hog roast suits.
Before you book anyone
- What the price includes, item by item
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Whether plates or china are included
A hog roast or other catering?
Next to a plated turkey lunch, a hog roast is more relaxed. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
What you get with us
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- No surprises: everything in writing
- All the equipment comes with us
Read our prices page and what a hog roast costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we will confirm what we can provide.
How the day works
We roast under cover, so a shower won’t spoil the food. It is worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. Christmas parties in Thorney Island are almost always after dark: sunset is about 4:00pm in December. The cooking area is lit; tell us about lighting on the way to it.
- Book early for December.
- You get a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover in daylight.
- We serve hot rolls and turkey if you’ve chosen it.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
Ask for a quote
If you’re comparing hog roast caterers for Thorney Island, ask each one exactly what’s included. Ours lists it clearly. To get yours, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Festive bookings around Thorney Island
Thorney Island is about 4 miles south-east of Havant, in West Sussex. From village halls to gardens and fields, Christmas parties around Thorney Island suit a hog roast. Thorney Island is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Thorney Island to Southampton (about 21 miles away).
If people are coming by rail, Southbourne station, about 1.8 miles north-east, is the nearest station. A winter fair at a school like Thorney Island Community Primary School gets dark early, so hot food is popular. With the sea within about 4 miles, December breezes can be cold, so plan somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Christmas parties anywhere in PO10 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and a serving time. From Hunter Road, Emsworth Road and Spartan Close or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Other places close to Thorney Island we cover include West Thorney (1 mile south-east), North Hayling (1 mile west), Tye (1 mile south-west), Northney (1 mile west) and Emsworth (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Bognor Regis (11 miles east), Chichester (7 miles east), Selsey (9 miles south-east), Portfield (7 miles east), Yapton (14 miles east) and East Wittering (5 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Havant War Memorial Hospital (3.2 miles north-west) and Emsworth Museum (1.6 miles north). The countryside around Thorney Island includes Nutborne Marshes.
- Schools near Thorney Island include Bourne Community College (1.9 miles north)
About the food
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sage and onion stuffing and apple sauce are the classic partners, balancing the rich, salty pork.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables, in a roll or on a plate.
Common questions in Thorney Island
Could you cook in Eames Farm?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you come out to small places like Thorney Island?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What do you need from us on the day?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We will bring the rest.
How much does a hog roast cost?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Send us the details and we will quote.
Is crockery included?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Is there a non-pork option?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. We do not provide halal meat.
What about Christmas markets?
Yes. Hot food is always popular at winter fairs.
Can you do gluten-free?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we will bring them. We will give you full allergen information for every dish.
Nearby places to Thorney Island
Also in Thorney Island
Before you choose a spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- Lighting on the path from the party to the serving area
- Vehicle access close by
- A level outdoor area that can be lit
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Rotisserie chicken
- Crackling
- Roast turkey
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Roast potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards