Hampshire · England
Christmas Party Catering in Welborne, Hampshire
Christmas hog roast in Welborne: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Late-night shopping events
- Office Christmas parties
- Christmas fairs
Book a hog roast in Welborne
How our Christmas hog roast works in Welborne
At a Christmas fair or lights switch-on in Welborne, a hog roast draws a queue: warm rolls when it is cold outside. For christmas family parties and christmas lights switch-ons, we will put together a menu of rotisserie chicken, crackling and halloumi skewers for your guests.
Near Welborne, country lanes are dark in winter, so tell us about the route and lighting at the spot. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish before booking.
How it works
We cook on a gas-fired roaster, so cooking does not depend on mains power; a nearby socket helps with lights if service runs into the evening. Sunset in Welborne in late December is about 4:00pm, 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.
- It starts with your date, venue and rough numbers.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We set up under cover in daylight and roast through the afternoon.
- We carve and serve hot when you’re ready.
- We tidy up and go, whatever the weather.
Before we arrive
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Send final numbers in good time
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
Ask for a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or PO17 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
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Christmas parties in Welborne: local tips
Welborne is about 2 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. Wherever your Christmas party is in Welborne, we can bring the roaster, given a suitable outdoor cooking area. We bring hog roasts to 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Welborne to Southampton (9 miles away).
Christmas fairs at a church such as Church of St Francis can book a hog roast stall. For anyone getting the train home after the party, the closest railway station is Fareham station, roughly 1.9 miles south of the centre. With the sea within about 6 miles, December breezes can be cold.
Anywhere in PO17, we can roast on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Other places close to Welborne we cover include Crockerhill (1 mile east), Wickham Common (1 mile north-east), North Fareham (1 mile south-east), Hundred Acres (2 miles north-east) and Fareham (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Winchester (13 miles north-west), Gosport (6 miles south), Havant (9 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Horndean (8 miles east) and Totton (14 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Carron Row Farm Museum (2.4 miles south-west) and Portchester Castle (4.5 miles south-east). Open spaces near Welborne include Portsdown Hill and Swanwick Lakes.
- Pubs nearby include The Miners Arms (0.9 miles south-west)
Planning for dietary needs
Some guests will not eat pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen list
- Collect dietary needs with Christmas party sign-ups
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
The cooking area and the path to it need lighting after dark, and we’ll plan it with you.
Ask about gluten-free rolls.
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What we serve, dish by dish
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes turn rolls into a full meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.
Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep you both updated.
Occasions we serve in Welborne
It makes a work party feel generous.
Hosts in Welborne book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Staff Christmas do’s
- End-of-term celebrations
- Christmas lights switch-ons
- Christmas markets
A winter fair at a school like The Henry Cort Community College gets dark early, so hot food is popular.
Comparing caterers
- Plates, china and cutlery
- VAT, if it applies
- Staffing on the day
- Allergen information for every dish
Where the roaster can go in Welborne
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- Flat ground outside, with lights for after dark
- A firm surface, as winter grass can be soft
- Parking near the cooking area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Welborne
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Roast potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Crackling
- Roast turkey
Your questions about a hog roast for your Christmas party in Welborne
Do you come out to small places like Welborne?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
How far is Welborne from London?
About 64 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
How long does the roast need?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
Do guests have to eat outside?
We cook outside, but can generally serve indoors if the venue agrees.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we will talk it through when we quote.
Can you cater in Welborne?
Yes, Welborne is in our area. Send us the address and we will check the date.
Can you do gluten-free?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. You will get allergen details for everything.
Do we need to provide electricity?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Tell us what’s available and we will plan around it.
A hog roast or other catering?
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. We quote every event individually, with everything listed.
Why book our hog roast in Welborne
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Timed around your day
Take a look at how we price or what a hog roast costs.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote depends on:
- Access to the cooking area
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Numbers
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so we list each one in the quote. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, please mention:
- Allergies we should know about
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The venue or postcode
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
When you are weighing up caterers, ask each one exactly what’s included. Ours lists it clearly. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away