Hampshire · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in Bedhampton, Hampshire
Treat your crew to slow-roasted pork and crackling at your shoot in Bedhampton. The roast cooks for hours on site, then our chef carves it hot for everyone.
- Period drama shoots
- Long days on set
- Lunch at base
Book a hog roast in Bedhampton
Film set catering in Bedhampton, carved to order
On a long shoot day near Bedhampton, a hot lunch on time matters. A hog roast suits a unit base: we roast from early and carve on the call. On the menu are spit-roast lamb, a vegan option and new potatoes, and we are often booked for lunch at base and countryside locations.
For a location shoot near Bedhampton, base might be in a field or farmyard. We plan the timings around your day, because the roast has to start hours before you eat.
Allergies and dietary needs
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Post allergen details at base
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
When lunch is called, we carve fast.
Sides make a proper lunch.
Towns and villages near Bedhampton
Other occasions in Bedhampton
What happens on the day
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your shoot in Bedhampton. On a winter shoot near Bedhampton, the light goes by about 4:00pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. In summer, light lasts until about 9:20pm.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- We check the route and send a price.
- Our position and arrival are agreed in advance.
- We carve to order the moment lunch is called.
- We pack up and leave the base tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
Ask for a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Working with your venue
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.
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and tell us what they ask for.
Planning a shoot in Bedhampton
Bedhampton is about 1 mile south-west of Havant, in Hampshire. We cater shoots at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Bedhampton and the surrounding area. We cater all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. We cater events right across the region, from Bedhampton to Southampton (18 miles away).
For crew arriving by train, there is a station right in Bedhampton: Bedhampton station. Historic houses near Bedhampton include Warblington Castle (1.7 miles south-east). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property. With the sea within about 6 miles, coastal shoots need a sheltered base.
We cater shoots across PO9 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Palk Road, Knox Road and Mill Lane, and a shoot on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. We also bring hog roasts to shoots in Farlington (1 mile south-west), Purbrook (2 miles north-west), Drayton (2 miles west), Widley (2 miles west) and Waterlooville (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Gosport (7 miles south-west), Fareham (8 miles west), Horndean (4 miles north), Hedge End (14 miles west), Petersfield (11 miles north) and Locks Heath (12 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Warblington Castle (1.7 miles south-east) and Havant Museum (1.1 miles east). Open spaces near Bedhampton include Portsdown Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Havant College (0.7 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Golden Lion pub (under half a mile east)
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to grilling to order, carving is quicker for big numbers. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Why book with us
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Planned to your running order
- Carved to order by a chef
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
Take a look at how we price and what a hog roast costs.
Where the roaster can go in Bedhampton
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Access agreed with locations
- A named contact at base
- Shelter for crew
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
Why choose film set catering in Bedhampton?
It copes with schedule changes.
Here’s what people in Bedhampton most often book a hog roast for:
- Base catering
- Period drama shoots
- Shoots on location
- Farm and estate locations
Bedhampton is roughly 59 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Questions to ask before you book
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Staffing on the day
- What the price includes, item by item
A closer look at the menu
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, served in a roll with salads.
Spit-roast lamb
Spit-roast lamb is popular alongside the pork, and handy for anyone who doesn’t eat pork.
Prices and what affects them
Each price is built from:
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Time on site
- The journey to the venue
Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups generally cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
What we need to know
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- What the outdoor space is like
- The address or postcode
- An estimate of numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your shoot for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Bedhampton questions
How far is Bedhampton from London?
Roughly 59 miles from the centre of London.
Can you roast near the sea around Bedhampton?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
Yes, for confident cooks. Ask and we’ll talk you through it.
Will there be enough to go round?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
What’s the price?
Every booking is quoted individually, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Ask us for a quote.
What about crew who don’t eat pork?
We can add lamb or chicken, plus halloumi skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage. We do not provide halal meat.
Can you cater for vegans on set?
Add alternatives to suit your crew.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards