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Christmas Party Catering in Ulcombe, Kent
Planning a hog roast for your Christmas party in Ulcombe? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
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Christmas hog roast in Ulcombe
What a hog roast costs
Each price is built from:
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- The date and time of year
- The number of people
- Time on site
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
What to tell us
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- What the outdoor space is like
- Dietary requirements
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- An estimate of numbers
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
Christmas hog roast for your Christmas party in Ulcombe
Family gatherings at Christmas can be big, and a hog roast feeds everyone without anyone stuck in the kitchen. We are frequently asked to cater end-of-term celebrations and december open days, serving halloumi skewers, rotisserie chicken and crackling.
For a Christmas party near Ulcombe, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with a traditional sit-down Christmas lunch, a hog roast with turkey is relaxed and easier to serve. A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Why Ulcombe hosts choose us
- Timed around your day
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- We bring everything to cook and serve
Why choose Christmas hog roast in Ulcombe?
Offer roast turkey as well as the hog.
Our roaster has been booked for a wide mix of occasions near Ulcombe, including:
- Christmas family parties
- December open days
- Society Christmas socials
- Office Christmas parties
A winter fair at a school like Ulcombe Church of England Primary School gets dark early, so hot food is popular.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for every dish
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- What crockery is supplied
- Whether travel is included
A closer look at the menu
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.
Stuffing and apple sauce
A spoonful of apple sauce and a slice of stuffing make the roll, just as they should.
Common questions in Ulcombe
How far is Ulcombe from London?
Roughly 37 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Ulcombe?
Harrietsham station, about 2.5 miles north-east of the centre.
Do December dates go quickly?
Very quickly, so ask early. Midweek dates are easier.
Can the food be served indoors?
Cooking is always outdoors; serving can be indoors.
Can you cater in Ulcombe?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Ulcombe and Kent. Send us the address for a quote.
What happens if it is dark?
Yes: the cooking area, serving table and path need lighting after dark. Tell us what’s already there and we’ll plan the rest with you.
Will there be enough to go round?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we will confirm everything in writing.
What happens after service?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
Also in Ulcombe
How it 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. Sunset in Ulcombe in late December is about 3:50pm, so even a late-afternoon Christmas party needs lighting by the roaster and the serving table. We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- Tell us when and where the party is.
- We confirm the space and send a price.
- The roast starts in the afternoon.
- We carve and serve hot on cue.
- We clear away whatever the weather.
How to prepare
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Name a contact for the day
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or ME17 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We will check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
For event organisers in Ulcombe
If you are a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Allergies and dietary needs
Some guests won’t eat pork, so it is worth adding an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Collect dietary needs with Christmas party sign-ups
- Send the allergen list round before the party
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
We clear away, even on a cold, wet night.
Add roast turkey for a traditional Christmas touch.
Catered or do it yourself?
Timing is the tricky part of roasting your own: a whole hog takes hours, and it needs to be cooked through safely. If that sounds stressful, choose the catered option.
Roasting a whole hog yourself is possible, but it takes hours of attention, from setting up and lighting the roaster to carving. A catered hog roast means you can enjoy the day.
Christmas parties in Ulcombe: local tips
Ulcombe is about 6 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. We bring a hog roast for your Christmas party to Christmas parties anywhere in Ulcombe, as long as there is an outdoor spot to cook. We bring hog roasts to all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our bookings stretch from Ulcombe to Canterbury (19 miles away).
Christmas fairs at a church such as All Saints Church can book a hog roast stall. For colleagues travelling by train, Harrietsham station is about 2.5 miles away. Ulcombe is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
We bring hog roasts to Christmas parties all over the ME17 postcode area. From The Street and Chapmans Place or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. We also bring hog roasts to Christmas parties in Fairbourne Heath (1 mile north-east), Eastwood (1 mile south-east), Kingswood (1 mile north-west), Chartway Street (1 mile north-west) and Broadstone (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (6 miles north-west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-east), Faversham (13 miles north-east), Kings Hill (11 miles west) and Davington (13 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Sutton Valence Castle (2 miles west) and The Dog Collar Museum (2.3 miles north).
- Local pubs include The Harrow Public House (within half a mile south)
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards