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Film Set Catering in Portsmouth

From the largest town to the smallest village in Portsmouth, we can bring film set catering to your event. Contact us for a quote.

Film Set Catering in Portsmouth

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A hog roast for film and TV crews at unit bases and locations, roasted ahead and carved to the call sheet. Pick your town below to see the details for your area, or ask us for a quote.

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Our film set catering in Portsmouth

Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option cover most crews, with allergen details for everything. Typical bookings include crew thank-you days and long days on set, serving hog roast rolls, new potatoes and a vegan option.

We take care of everything from the first hour of roasting to clearing away, so you can enjoy your shoot.

  1. Send us the location, dates and lunch time.
  2. We check access to base and quote.
  3. The roast starts early.
  4. We serve when lunch is called.
  5. We clear our spot.

Cost

Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups generally cost less per head, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.

Why book with us

  • Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
  • We bring everything to cook and serve
  • Cooked on the day, low and slow
  • Our staff serve and clear

Getting a price

The quickest way to get a price is to send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of the cooking area helps. Use our quote form.

What’s near Portsmouth

You’ll find our roaster at events near Manor Infant School, Alexandra Park and St Wilfrid. Other local landmarks include The Druids Arms (within half a mile north-east), The Portsmouth Academy (within half a mile south-east) and St Edmund's Catholic School (0.7 miles south-west). The nearest railway station is Fratton station, roughly 0.9 miles south. A little further out are Tricorn Centre (0.7 miles south-west) and Royal Portsmouth Hospital (0.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Portsmouth include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.

  • Parks and local facilities nearby include Southsea (1.9 miles south)

Crew catering across Portsmouth

Locations across Portsmouth range from streets and industrial sites in Southsea, Milton and Landport to farms and lanes in its villages. The roaster needs level ground at the unit base. Around 19 places in Portsmouth are close to the coast, where we always think about wind when choosing a cooking spot.

Portsmouth: For cast and crew travelling by train, the closest railway station is Fratton station, roughly 0.9 miles south of the centre. With the A3 and A27 nearby, Portsmouth is easy for us and the trucks to reach. At midsummer, daylight in Portsmouth lasts until about 9:20pm, which suits an evening wrap at base.

Planning the cooking spot

Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:

  • Vehicle access to base
  • Shelter for crew
  • Away from vehicles and equipment

Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet

Compared with a barbecue, carving is quicker for big numbers.

What your quote should include

  • When payments are due and what happens if plans change
  • Any travel or access charges
  • What crockery is supplied
  • Which meats, sides and extras are included

Allergies and dietary needs

Rolls and stuffing usually contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:

  • Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
  • Tell us who does not eat pork
  • Post allergen details at base
  • Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet

If lunch moves, we hold the roast a little.

Wrap parties can run into the evening, tell us about lighting at base.

The menu, dish by dish

Rolls and gluten-free rolls

We can serve in rolls or on plates, and gluten-free rolls are available on request.

Spit-roast lamb

Spit-roast lamb cooks slowly like the hog, and it’s carved the same way, frequently with mint sauce.

Planners, venues and businesses

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.

Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.

Portsmouth: your questions answered

Do we need to provide electricity?

The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.

Do you need much space at base?

A level outdoor spot clear of trucks and kit.

Will there be enough to go round?

Quantities are based on your numbers, and we’ll confirm everything in writing.

Do you do DIY hog roast hire?

Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.

Can you roast in the rain?

Rain doesn’t stop the cooking. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.

What if things run late?

We will be as flexible as we can. Give us a contact on the day and we will adjust.

What about coeliacs?

We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. We will give you full allergen information for every dish.

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  • Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
  • 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

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