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Christmas Party Catering in Waldershare, Kent
Christmas hog roast in Waldershare: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Club and society Christmas parties
- Christmas lights switch-ons
- New Year parties
A hog roast near Waldershare
How our Christmas hog roast works in Waldershare
Festive events of all kinds around Waldershare suit a hog roast, from small teams to big crowds. Typical bookings include december open days and club and society Christmas parties, serving roast potatoes, hog roast rolls and halloumi skewers.
In a small place like Waldershare, December lanes are dark, so tell us about the route and lighting at the spot. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish before booking.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with a barbecue, slow roasting suits winter far better. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why book our hog roast in Waldershare
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Served at the time you choose
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
See our pricing or what a hog roast costs.
Planning a Christmas party in Waldershare
Waldershare is about 4 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. We cater Christmas parties of every size in Waldershare. We bring hog roasts to 922 places in Kent. Our bookings stretch from Waldershare to Canterbury (10 miles away).
For anyone getting the train home after the party, Shepherds Well station is about 1.3 miles away. A winter fair at a school like Eythorne Elvington Community Primary School gets dark early, so hot food is popular. Waldershare is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning. The coast is within about 6 miles of Waldershare, and winter sea winds can be bitter.
Christmas parties anywhere in CT15 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster. If your venue is just outside Waldershare, we also cover Eythorne (1 mile north-east), Coldred (1 mile south-west), Sibertswold (1 mile west), Halfway Street (2 miles west) and Lydden (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (10 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north), Dover (4 miles south-east), Folkestone (8 miles south-west), Ramsgate (12 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (14 miles north-east).
A little further out are Buckland Hospital (4.2 miles south) and Dover Transport Museum (3 miles south-east).
- Nearby, you’ll find The White Horse pub (0.7 miles north)
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Distance from us
- The number of people
- Plates or china
- How easy it is to reach the spot
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.
Details that help
These are the details we need:
- Your date and serving time
- The venue or postcode
- Any venue rules
- Rough numbers
It is easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
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What comes off the roaster
Rotisserie chicken
Golden rotisserie chicken can be served in a roll or on a plate alongside the pork.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Coleslaw is the natural partner for a pork roll, while salads and potatoes make a plated meal.
Occasions we serve in Waldershare
Offer roast turkey as well as the hog.
In Waldershare and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Family Christmas gatherings
- Christmas lights switch-ons
- Year-end thank-yous
- Society Christmas socials
A Christmas fair at Church of St Pancras is just the kind of event a hog roast suits.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- Allergen information for every dish
- Staffing on the day
- If the price includes VAT
What the cooking area needs
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Before booking, check:
- Flat ground outside, with lights for after dark
- Space away from buildings, marquees and trees
- A firm surface, as winter grass can be soft
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Roast turkey
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast potatoes
- Crackling
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
FAQs for Waldershare
Can you roast near the sea around Waldershare?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
What’s the nearest station to Waldershare?
Shepherds Well station, about 1.3 miles west of the centre.
Do guests have to eat outside?
Serving inside is typically fine with the venue’s agreement.
Is lighting needed?
It gets dark early, so we will sort lighting together.
What comes with the hog roast?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
Do we need to provide electricity?
Cooking is gas-fired, so no mains power is needed for the roast. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Do December dates go quickly?
The earlier the better. Weekdays often have more availability.
What if it rains?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
How the day works
We get there well ahead of service, since slow roasting cannot be rushed. Your guests will smell it long before they see it. With sunset at about 3:50pm in December, most Christmas parties in Waldershare are after dark. We bring lighting for the cooking area; tell us about lighting on the way to it.
- Tell us when and where the party is.
- We check the outdoor cooking spot and quote.
- The roast starts in the afternoon.
- Our chef carves and staff serve.
- We clear away whatever the weather.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about tight access
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Send final numbers in good time
How to get a price
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your Christmas party for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Tips:
- Count who does not eat pork
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately
- Label alternatives clearly
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
Give us a contact for the evening.
Add roast potatoes for a festive plate.
Catered or do it yourself?
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone ends up cooking in batches all afternoon. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
The hardest part of a DIY hog roast is timing: a big roast takes hours and must be cooked thoroughly. If you’d rather not worry about it, let us cook.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away