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Film Set Catering in Aldwych
Plenty of choice: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Book a hog roast for the crew in Aldwych.
- Crew thank-you days
- Period drama shoots
- Location days
Slow-roasted pork in Aldwych
Crew catering near Aldwych
Aldwych is about 1 mile north-west of London, in Greater London. Hosts in Aldwych book us for shoots of all sizes. Aldwych is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
Among the historic houses close to Aldwych are Dr Johnson's House (less than half a mile east) and Benjamin Franklin House (0.5 miles south-west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property. For cast and crew travelling by train, London Charing Cross station, about 0.5 miles south-west, is the nearest station.
We bring hog roasts to shoots all over the W1D, WC2H and W1F postcode area. That could mean a shoot in a garden on Shoe Lane, Drury Lane and New Square, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Aldwych sits on or near the A4 and A301, so getting the roaster to your shoot is simple. Nearby, we also cater shoots in Clare Market (1 mile north), Covent Garden (1 mile west), Temple Bar (1 mile east), Temple (1 mile east) and Adelphi (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (13 miles west), Stockwell (3 miles south) and Orpington (13 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Montfichet's Tower (0.7 miles east) and London Museum and Institute of Natural History (under half a mile south-west). Green spaces nearby include Barnsbury Wood and Ludgate Hill.
- Nearby schools include Mercers' School (0.5 miles north-east) and London Nautical School (0.6 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find Ye Old White Horse pub (under half a mile north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include LSE Shaw Library (within half a mile north-east) and Liberty of the Savoy (under half a mile south-west)
Film set catering in Aldwych, carved to order
Crews can be big, and carving feeds plenty of people quickly. Rolls or plates, salads and potatoes make a proper lunch. Whether it is countryside locations and milestone days on set, we can cook halloumi skewers, rotisserie chicken and new potatoes.
In Aldwych, access to base can be tight, so tell us the route and any restrictions. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
- Location
- Aldwych (W1D, WC2H, W1F)
- Region
- Greater London
- From the roaster
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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How the day works
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, a cooked roast can be kept hot for a while, so tell us as soon as plans change. Because the roast starts early, and in December Aldwych is dark by about 3:55pm.
- Tell us the base location.
- We agree our position with locations.
- We roast under cover at base.
- We serve rolls or plates quickly.
- We leave base tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
- Send final numbers in good time
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Getting a price
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or W1D postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
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For event organisers in Aldwych
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Let us know what your event requires and we’ll tell you what we can send.
What comes off the roaster
Crackling
The skin crisps up over the hours of roasting, and there is a piece for everyone who wants it.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Crunchy coleslaw suits roast pork, while salads and potatoes make a plated meal.
What a hog roast costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Distance from us
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Season and day of the week
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
What to tell us
When you contact us, please mention:
- Your date and serving time
- Your menu choices
- Allergies we should know about
- The address or postcode
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the shoot is and roughly how many. A picture of the cooking area helps. Send us your details through our quote form.
Where the roaster can go in Aldwych
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- Access agreed with locations
- A level area at base
- Shelter for crew
As a London location, Aldwych is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access takes planning: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Spit-roast lamb
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
Occasions we serve in Aldwych
Good for wraps too.
We are regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Aldwych, such as:
- Crew thank-you days
- Rural locations
- Extended shoot days
- Music video days
Aldwych is on or near the A4 and A301, good for unit base access.
What your quote should include
- Plates, china and cutlery
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How many staff will carve and serve
Planning for dietary needs
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Label the alternatives clearly
We clear our spot after lunch.
Ask for gluten-free rolls.
Why choose a hog roast in Aldwych?
For a wrap party, it is a relaxed way to finish. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why us?
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Serving and clearing done for you
- No surprises: everything in writing
Take a look at our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
Your questions about a hog roast for the crew in Aldwych
What’s the nearest station to Aldwych?
The closest is London Charing Cross station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
What if our house in Aldwych has no side access?
Often, if there is a rear gate, a front garden or a yard we can use. Tell us about steps, gates and parking and we’ll advise.
When do you start roasting?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We work back from your serving time.
What if things run late?
We work back from when you want to eat, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
Can you do gluten-free?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we’ll bring them. You’ll get allergen details for everything.
How do we prepare?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We bring everything else.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you’re not left with the mess.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we’ll check.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away