Kent · England
Christmas Party Catering in Willesborough, Kent
Treat your guests to slow-roasted pork and crackling at your Christmas party in Willesborough. The roast cooks for hours on site, then our chef carves it hot for everyone.
- End-of-term celebrations
- Christmas lights switch-ons
- December open days
Slow-roasted pork in Willesborough
Planning the cooking spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- Light by the serving table
- Space away from buildings, marquees and trees
- Somewhere warm and dry for guests to eat
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
On the menu in Willesborough
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Roast potatoes
- Crackling
- Roast turkey
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
How our Christmas hog roast works in Willesborough
For a work Christmas party in Willesborough, a hog roast is a change from the usual set menu: hot rolls, roast turkey if you like, and crackling for everyone. Whether it’s staff Christmas do’s and christmas fairs, we’ll put together a menu of crackling, halloumi skewers and rotisserie chicken for your guests.
For a Christmas get-together near Willesborough, a hog roast in the garden goes down well. We plan the timings around your day, working back from when you want to eat.
The menu, dish by dish
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls or plates? Rolls are quicker; plates suit a sit-down meal, with gluten-free rolls on request.
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
Places near Willesborough
Other occasions in Willesborough
A hog roast compared with other options
Mix and match: turkey and pork together. Numbers make the biggest difference: the price per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
What you get with us
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- All the equipment comes with us
- Carved by our chef in front of your guests
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
See how we price and the cost guide.
Willesborough in December: what to know
Willesborough is about 1 mile east of Ashford, in Kent. We are happy to travel to Willesborough for Christmas parties and the places nearby. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent. We cater events right across the region, from Willesborough to Canterbury (about 13 miles away).
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of St Mary the Virgin draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards. Willesborough is on or near the A2070, so we can reach it easily in winter. Willesborough is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
We cater Christmas parties across TN24. Your Christmas party could be at a house on Mead Road, Mill Lane and Milne Road or the roads around them, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the roaster. Main roads around Willesborough include the A2070, which makes travel to your Christmas party easy. We also bring hog roasts to Christmas parties in South Willesborough (1 mile south-west), Newtown (1 mile south-west), Ashford (1 mile west), Finberry (1 mile south) and Park Farm (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (13 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (12 miles north), Hythe (9 miles south-east), Davington (12 miles north) and Preston (12 miles north).
Nearby you will also find William Harvey Hospital (0.8 miles east) and Ashford Designer Outlet (0.8 miles west). The countryside around Willesborough includes Hatch Park.
- Nearby schools include The North School (0.5 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The William Harvey Public House (less than half a mile south-east)
Your questions about a hog roast for your Christmas party in Willesborough
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
How far is Willesborough from London?
About 50 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is mains power needed?
Not to cook, because the roaster is gas-fired. Tell us what’s available and we will plan around it.
Do guests have to eat outside?
Cooking is always outdoors; guests can eat inside.
Do you serve the food?
No need for your own staff: our chef carves and our team serves and clears.
How early should we book for Christmas?
As early as possible, especially for Fridays and Saturdays. Ask as soon as you know your date.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we will check.
Can you do turkey for a Christmas party?
Yes: turkey and pork together suit most Christmas parties.
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Share the allergen information in advance
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Find out who’d prefer turkey or chicken
- Stuffing usually contains gluten, so check the allergen list
We clear away, even on a cold, wet night.
Roast potatoes suit a winter menu.
Why choose Christmas hog roast in Willesborough?
Rolls suit a mingling party.
In Willesborough and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Staff Christmas do’s
- Christmas fairs
- Festive family get-togethers
- December open days
For anyone getting the train home after the party, the nearest station is Ashford International station, about 0.9 miles west.
What to look for in a quote
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Whether plates or china are included
- Whether VAT is included
For planners, venues and organisers
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we’ll tell you what we can send.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We’ll keep you both updated.
What a hog roast costs
Your quote depends on:
- Crockery choices
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Numbers
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Details that help
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Your date and serving time
- Dietary requirements
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Anything the venue has asked for
If you’re comparing hog roast caterers for Willesborough, check what each quote actually includes. We spell it out in ours. To get yours, use our quote form.
How the day works
When we arrive, we position the roaster under cover and get the hog cooking. It then roasts slowly for several hours, worked back from your serving time. Late-December sunset in Willesborough comes at about 3:50pm. A Christmas party in the evening means carving under lights.
- Send us your date, venue and numbers.
- We confirm the space and send a price.
- The roast starts in the afternoon.
- Our chef carves and staff serve.
- We pack up, even in the rain.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
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- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards