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Christmas Hog Roast in Woodham
Christmas hog roast in Woodham: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, carved to order and served in soft rolls with crackling.
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Christmas hog roast in Woodham
What the cooking area needs
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Things to check:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch the heat
- Hardstanding if possible in winter
- Lighting on the path from the party to the serving area
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Crackling
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Roast potatoes
- Roast turkey
Christmas hog roast in Woodham, carved to order
Swap the set menu for a hog roast at your Christmas party in Woodham: pork, turkey if you want it, and plenty of crackling. Whether it is society Christmas socials and christmas fairs, we’ll put together a menu of rotisserie chicken, apple sauce and roast potatoes for your guests.
At a festive party in Woodham, a hog roast in the garden goes down well. Our staff serve and clear, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
Christmas parties in Woodham: local tips
Woodham is about 3 miles north-east of Woking, in Surrey. We are happy to travel to Woodham for Christmas parties. Woodham is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 7 miles away.
Train travellers will want to know that the closest railway station is West Byfleet station, roughly 0.5 miles south-east of the centre. A Christmas fair at Church of St John the Baptist is just the kind of event a hog roast suits.
We cater Christmas parties across the KT15 and GU21 postcode area. Whether your Christmas party is on Willow Close, Greenwood Close and Westwood Avenue or a nearby road, we’ll bring the roaster to you. Other places close to Woodham we cover include West Byfleet (1 mile south-east), Sheerwater (1 mile south-west), Pyrford (1 mile south), Row Town (1 mile north) and Ottershaw (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (7 miles south), Woking (3 miles south-west), Camberley (9 miles west), Epsom (11 miles east), Farnham (15 miles south-west) and Ewell (11 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include St. Peter's Hospital (2.3 miles north) and The Peacocks (2.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Woodham include St Ann's Hill and Papercourt Marshes.
- Local schools include The Grange Community Infant School (0.5 miles north-east) and The Bishop David Brown School (0.7 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Station pub (0.5 miles south-east)
What a hog roast costs
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Plates or china
- Time on site
- Travel to Woodham
- The number of people
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- A photo of the cooking area
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Allergies we should know about
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY hog roast suits a relaxed party where someone enjoys cooking. For bigger or more formal events, catering takes the pressure off.
A barbecue is the other obvious choice, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
Common questions in Woodham
How far is Woodham from London?
About 21 miles from central London.
Which station is closest to Woodham?
West Byfleet station, about 0.5 miles south-east of the centre.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. Serving inside is often possible, with the venue’s agreement.
Do guests have to eat outside?
Serving inside is generally fine with the venue’s agreement.
What about Christmas markets?
We do. Hot food is always popular at winter fairs.
What happens in bad weather?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain is not a problem for the roast. Somewhere covered for people to eat helps.
What do you need from us on the day?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We’ll bring the rest.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We work back from your serving time.
What we serve, dish by dish
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, served in a roll with salads.
What happens on the day
People love watching the carving: our chef carves the pork in front of the queue, with crackling for everyone who wants it. Late-December sunset in Woodham comes at about 3:55pm. A Christmas party in the evening means carving under lights.
- It starts with your date, venue and rough numbers.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day we arrive early and get the roast going.
- Our chef carves and our staff serve hot food at the agreed time.
- We clear away, even on a dark, wet evening.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Let us know about tight access
Getting a price
To get a quote, just 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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Diets, allergies and alternatives
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Count who doesn’t eat pork
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
Name someone to meet us.
China crockery is available on request.
Perfect for your Christmas party in Woodham
It’s different from the usual Christmas set menu.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Here are some of the most popular:
- Office Christmas parties
- End-of-year team celebrations
- New Year parties
- Winter fairs and markets
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Fullbrook School, suit a hog roast.
Before booking anyone
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- Who carves and who serves
- VAT, if it applies
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
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Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- 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