Oxfordshire · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in Benson, Oxfordshire
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Benson and across Oxfordshire.
- Period locations
- Lunch at base
- End-of-shoot wraps
Planning an event in Benson?
Your questions about a hog roast for the crew in Benson
How far is Benson from London?
About 44 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you do a hog roast in Howbery Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
When do you start roasting?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it is several hours. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
Do you need power or water?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. Power can help with lighting after dark.
Can you cater in Benson?
We do. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will check the date.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
Can you work around our timings?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
What if it rains?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Your crew will want somewhere dry to eat.
Film set catering for your shoot in Benson
We need an outdoor spot at base, clear of vehicles and kit, agreed with the location manager. Whether it’s location shoots and farm and estate locations, we will put together a menu of halloumi skewers, salads and hog roast rolls.
Around Benson, locations can be rural. Let us know about access. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish before booking.
- Location
- Benson (OX10)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Also available
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- Clearance from trucks, kit and trees
- A level area at base
- A covered eating area
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Spit-roast lamb
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to:
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
- How many people are eating
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Details that help
When you enquire, please mention:
- Dietary requirements
- The venue or postcode
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- What the outdoor space is like
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
What comes off the roaster
Crackling
Crackling takes hours to get right, and a whole hog roasted slowly gets it just right.
Roast pork
The hog roasts slowly for hours, so the meat is tender and juicy, and our chef carves it to order.
Planning a shoot in Benson
Benson is about 6 miles east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. We cater shoots across Benson and nearby, from gardens to fields. We cater 443 places across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 10 miles away.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Cholsey station, about 4.2 miles south-west. Benson is about 44 miles from central London. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Benson, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations.
Shoots anywhere in OX10 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and a serving time. Whether your shoot is on High Street, Old London Road and Castle Square or a nearby road, we will bring the roaster to you. If your venue is just outside Benson, we also cover Preston Crowmarsh (1 mile south-west), Berrick Salome (2 miles north), Shillingford (2 miles north-west), Wallingford (2 miles south-west) and Warborough (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Oxford (10 miles north-west), Didcot (6 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles north-west), Thame (10 miles north-east), Wantage (14 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (10 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Wallingford Castle (1.4 miles south-west) and Aston Martin Heritage Trust Museum (3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Wittenham Clumps and Ewelme Watercress Beds.
- Local schools include Wallingford School (1.5 miles south-west) and Wallingford School (1.5 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Crown Inn (within half a mile west)
How the day works
The roaster is gas-fired, so we do not need mains power to cook. At midsummer, daylight in Benson lasts until about 9:25pm, so a wrap party can run into the evening.
- Share the location details.
- We agree our position with locations.
- We roast under cover at base.
- Service is quick.
- We tidy up and go.
Before we arrive
- Think about shelter for your crew
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Name a contact for the day
Get a quote
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the shoot is and roughly how many. A photo of the cooking area helps. Use our quote form.
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A hog roast compared with other options
Next to deliveries, we’re already there when lunch is called. Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups typically cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
What you get with us
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Carved to order by a chef
- All the equipment comes with us
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
See how we price and our hog roast cost guide.
Also near Benson
Other occasions in Benson
Planners, venues and businesses
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
If you are booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We will fit in with site rules.
Events we cater in Benson
Carving serves a crew fast.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Benson. Typical bookings include:
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Long shoot days
- Countryside locations
- Period drama shoots
Historic houses near Benson include Brightwell Manor (2.7 miles west). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
What to look for in a quote
- The space, cover and access they need
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- Who carves and who serves
- What crockery is supplied
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Halal isn’t offered
- Share the allergen list with the crew
We clear our spot after lunch.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards