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Christmas Party Catering in Upstreet, Kent
Give your guests a proper hog roast at your Christmas party in Upstreet. We roast on site, carve to order and serve it hot.
- Society Christmas socials
- Christmas lights switch-ons
- New Year parties
Book a hog roast in Upstreet
About our Christmas hog roast in Upstreet
Roast turkey can join the pork for a traditional touch, with roast potatoes on the side. There are options for people who don’t eat pork. Typical bookings include lights switch-on evenings and office Christmas parties, with roast potatoes, halloumi skewers and hog roast rolls.
For a Christmas party near Upstreet, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. Our staff serve and clear, so you are not left handing out rolls.
Common questions in Upstreet
Do you come out to small places like Upstreet?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you roast near the sea around Upstreet?
Yes, of course. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
What’s included?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
Do we need our own staff?
We carve and serve for you, then clear the serving area afterwards.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we’ll confirm everything in writing.
How much room do you need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A photo helps.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we’ll bring them. We will give you full allergen information for every dish.
What happens if it is dark?
It gets dark early, so we plan lighting with you.
Events we cater in Upstreet
Offer roast turkey as well as the hog.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast in Upstreet. Here are some of the most popular:
- Work Christmas parties
- Year-end thank-yous
- Christmas fairs
- Society Christmas socials
A Christmas fair at Church of St Mary the Virgin is just the kind of event a hog roast suits.
Before you book anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Staffing on the day
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
What comes off the roaster
Stuffing and apple sauce
Sharp, sweet apple sauce and savoury sage and onion stuffing go with the pork perfectly. Note that stuffing typically contains gluten.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and roast or jacket potatoes, depending on the season and the occasion.
How the day works
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, a cooked roast can be kept hot for a while, so keep us posted on the day. A lunchtime Christmas party in Upstreet is the only one in good daylight, as it is dark by about 3:50pm, so for anything later, plan lights and somewhere warm to eat.
- Send us your Christmas party date, venue and numbers.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We set up in daylight and roast into the evening.
- The team serves hot rolls at the agreed time.
- We tidy up and go, whatever the weather.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Festive bookings around Upstreet
Upstreet is about 4 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Upstreet and the surrounding area are covered for Christmas parties. We cater 922 places in Kent. We cater events right across the region, from Upstreet to Canterbury (about 6 miles away).
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Chislet Church of England Primary School, suit a hog roast. For colleagues travelling by train, the nearest station is Sturry station, about 3.8 miles south-west. The coast is within about 5 miles of Upstreet, and winter sea winds can be bitter, so plan somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area, so your Christmas party can be anywhere in it. Whether your Christmas party is on St Mary's Gardens, Becketts Wood and Grove Ferry Hill or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Neighbouring places where we cater Christmas parties include Grove (1 mile south), West Stourmouth (2 miles east), Sarre (2 miles north-east), Preston (2 miles south-east) and East Stourmouth (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (6 miles south-west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles east), Broadstairs (10 miles east) and Whitstable (8 miles west).
Nearby you will also find St Martins Hospital (5.2 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Local schools include Spires Academy (2.4 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Grove Ferry Inn (less than half a mile east)
Where the roaster can go in Upstreet
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, so a few things are worth checking:
- A level outdoor area that can be lit
- Clearance from walls and tents
- A hall, office or heated marquee for guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Crackling
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Roast turkey
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
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Planning for dietary needs
A hog roast is pork, so plan for anyone who doesn’t eat it. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Stuffing generally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Send the allergen list round before the party
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Find out who’d prefer turkey or chicken
A cooked roast holds for a while, so tell us about delays.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Is a hog roast right for your Christmas party?
For a Christmas fair, hot pork rolls are always popular. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
What you get with us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Planners, venues and businesses
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we will tell you what we can send.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
What affects the price in Upstreet
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Season and day of the week
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- Whether you want china
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. Slow roasting means we’re on site for much of the day, and the quote reflects that.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- What the outdoor space is like
- Roughly how many people
The quickest way to get a price is to send us your date, venue and numbers. A photo of the cooking area helps. Send us your details through our quote form.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away