Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering in Bighton
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Film set catering in Bighton.
- Period locations
- Music video days
- Countryside locations
Film set catering for Bighton
Your questions about a hog roast for the crew in Bighton
How far is Bighton from London?
About 52 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small places like Bighton?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you cover Bighton?
Yes, Bighton is in our area. Send us the address and we’ll check the date.
Can you work to the call sheet?
That is exactly how we work, holding the roast if lunch moves.
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.
Can you cater for vegans on set?
Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option. We do not offer halal meat.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. The food can be carried in and served indoors where the venue allows.
Do you have documents for locations?
Every production is different.
Film set catering in Bighton, slow-roasted on site
On a long shoot day near Bighton, a hot lunch on time matters. A hog roast works well at base: we roast from early and carve on the call. Whether it is period drama shoots and rural locations, we can cook a vegan option, hog roast rolls and rotisserie chicken for your crew.
For a shoot in a place like Bighton, tracks and soft ground need checking before the day. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- A safe distance from kit
- Sign-off from the location
- A named contact at base
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing and apple sauce
A closer look at the menu
Rotisserie chicken
Chicken from the rotisserie gives people a non-pork choice, turned until the skin is golden.
Crackling
Crackling is what people queue for: crisp, golden and full of flavour.
Events we cater in Bighton
Alternatives cover everyone.
Here’s what people in Bighton most often book a hog roast for:
- Period drama shoots
- Music video days
- Lunch at base
- Extended shoot days
Among the historic houses close to Bighton are Hinton Ampner House (4.3 miles south) and Bentworth Hall (4.5 miles north-east). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
Questions to ask before booking
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- Any travel or access charges
- Whether VAT is included
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
A hog roast can be a special day alongside regular catering, for a wrap or a milestone. A hog roast is frequently good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Why book with us
- All the equipment comes with us
- Served at the time you choose
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
Take a look at our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Tell us who doesn’t eat pork
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Plan separately for halal if needed
Give us one contact in production.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access to the cooking area
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Whether you want china
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
What we need to know
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Roughly how many people
- The date and time of the event
- Anything the venue has asked for
- A photo of the cooking area
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
For event organisers in Bighton
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
If you are booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
Location catering around Bighton
Bighton is about 7 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. Wherever your shoot is in Bighton, we can bring the roaster, as long as there’s an outdoor spot to cook. We bring hog roasts to 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 17 miles away.
Bighton is about 52 miles from central London.
Wherever your shoot is in SO24, we can roast on site for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Nearby, we also cater shoots in Old Alresford (1 mile west), Upper Wield (3 miles north-east), Northington (3 miles north-west), Totford (3 miles north-west) and Brown Candover (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (11 miles north), Winchester (9 miles west), Eastleigh (13 miles south-west), Horndean (15 miles south), Chandler's Ford (14 miles south-west) and Alton (7 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Barton Castle (2.4 miles north). Open spaces near Bighton include Red Hill.
- Local pubs include Three Horseshoes Public House (less than half a mile east)
Nearby places to Bighton
Also in Bighton
What happens on the day
Rain doesn’t stop the roast, because we cook under cover. It is worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. Late-September shoots near Bighton lose the light at about 7:10pm, so plan lights for evening service.
- Production sends us the location and call times.
- We confirm access and send a price.
- The roast starts early.
- We serve when lunch is called.
- We clear our spot.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Think about shelter for your crew
Getting a price
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or SO24 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Read more
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away