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Christmas Party Catering in Upper Arncott, Oxfordshire
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, with salads and potatoes on the side. Christmas hog roast in Upper Arncott.
- Between-Christmas-and-New-Year get-togethers
- Winter open days
- Christmas fairs
Christmas hog roast in Upper Arncott
Christmas hog roast in Upper Arncott, carved to order
From office parties to village Christmas fairs, we cater festive events around Upper Arncott, from small teams to big crowds. On the menu are apple sauce, rotisserie chicken and hog roast rolls, and typical bookings are for christmas fairs and new Year parties.
In a small place like Upper Arncott, December lanes are dark, so tell us about the route and lighting at the spot. Our staff serve and clear, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
- Where
- Upper Arncott (OX25)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Planning the cooking spot
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. The ideal spot has:
- A level spot outdoors with lighting nearby
- Light by the serving table
- Parking near the cooking area
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Upper Arncott
- Roast potatoes
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Crackling
- Roast turkey
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Working with your venue
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Who books Christmas hog roast in Upper Arncott?
It is a generous way to say thank you.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast in Upper Arncott. Here are some of the most popular:
- Christmas lights switch-ons
- Winter fairs and markets
- Office Christmas parties
- Family Christmas gatherings
Train travellers will want to know that Bicester Village station, about 3.3 miles north-west, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- Staffing on the day
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
FAQs for Upper Arncott
Is Upper Arncott close to London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come out to small places like Upper Arncott?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can the food be served indoors?
Cooking is always outdoors; serving can be indoors.
What should we sort out beforehand?
Only the space and a contact number. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
Do we need to provide electricity?
Not to cook, because the roaster is gas-fired. Tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it.
Is it too cold for a hog roast?
Yes, the roast always cooks outdoors under cover. Guests will want somewhere warm and dry to eat.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
What about Christmas markets?
Yes, a hog roast is a popular stall at Christmas fairs. Send us the details.
Christmas catering near Upper Arncott
Upper Arncott is about 4 miles south-east of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We take a hog roast for your Christmas party to gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Upper Arncott. Upper Arncott is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Upper Arncott to Oxford (8 miles away).
For Christmas parties in OX25, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and roughly how many guests. Local streets include Hopcraft Close, Murcott Road and Teale Close; a Christmas party on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. For Christmas parties just outside Upper Arncott, we cover Lower Arncott (1 mile north), Ambrosden (1 mile north), Murcott (2 miles south-west), Merton (2 miles west) and Fencott (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (8 miles south-west), Bicester (4 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles south-west), Thame (9 miles south-east), Kidlington (8 miles west) and Chinnor (14 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Bicester Community Hospital (3.7 miles north-west) and Bicester Village (3.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near Upper Arncott include Otmoor RSPB reserve and Graven Hill.
- Local pubs include The Plough pub (under half a mile north)
Towns and villages near Upper Arncott
Other occasions in Upper Arncott
How we price a hog roast for your Christmas party
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How many people are eating
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access to the cooking area
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
What to tell us
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- What the outdoor space is like
- Dietary requirements
- Anything the venue has asked for
- The address or postcode
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your Christmas party: send us your details through our quote form.
What happens on the day
The roaster is gas-fired, so cooking does not depend on mains power. In December, it is dark in Upper Arncott by about 3:55pm, 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.
- You tell us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the venue and send a price.
- We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- We carve and serve hot when you are ready.
- We tidy up and go, whatever the weather.
How to prepare
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
How to get a price
The quickest way to get a price is to tell us the date, where the Christmas party is and roughly how many. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Use our quote form.
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Allergies and dietary needs
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Share the allergen information in advance
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Find out who’d prefer turkey or chicken
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
If the party runs late, we can hold the roast a little, so keep us posted.
Add roast turkey for a traditional Christmas touch.
What comes off the roaster
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, perfect for eating on the move. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Tell us how many vegans to expect, and we will plan the vegan burgers or sausages.
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to a plated turkey lunch, a hog roast is more relaxed. Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
Why Upper Arncott hosts choose us
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Sides to make it a full meal
- A clear quote with everything listed
See our prices page and what a hog roast costs.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away