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Hog Roast for Film Crews in Binfield Heath, Oxfordshire
Film set catering in Binfield Heath: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, carved to order and served in soft rolls with crackling.
- Long days on set
- Base catering
- End-of-shoot wraps
Book a hog roast in Binfield Heath
Film set catering in Binfield Heath, carved to order
We work with location managers and production offices on where we set up and when. We’re often asked to cater base catering and countryside locations, with salads, halloumi skewers and new potatoes.
Near Binfield Heath, check tracks and ground with locations before the day. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
- Area
- Binfield Heath (RG9)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Binfield Heath for film and TV crews
Binfield Heath is about 2 miles north-east of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Our roaster is a regular sight at shoots around Binfield Heath. Binfield Heath is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cater.
Historic houses near Binfield Heath include Greys Court (3.3 miles north) and Greenlands (4.8 miles north-east). Period locations like these normally keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early. For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Shiplake station, about 2.1 miles east.
We cater shoots across RG9 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Kings Common Close, Heathfield Avenue and Kiln Lane, and a shoot on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Neighbouring places where we cater shoots include Shiplake Cross (1 mile east), Harpsden Bottom (2 miles north), Harpsden (2 miles north-east), Henley-on-Thames (2 miles north) and Sonning Common (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Benson (11 miles north-west), Chinnor (14 miles north), Tilehurst (5 miles south-west), Wallingford (11 miles north-west), Little Heath (6 miles south-west) and Oakley (14 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Royal Berkshire Hospital (3.7 miles south) and Frazer Nash Archives (2.4 miles north-east). The countryside around Binfield Heath includes South Lake and Alder Moors.
- Schools near Binfield Heath include Gillotts School (1.7 miles north)
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Perfect for your shoot in Binfield Heath
It works for wrap parties as well as shoot days.
Here’s what people in Binfield Heath most frequently book a hog roast for:
- Extended shoot days
- Rural locations
- Wrap days
- Historic house shoots
Central London is about 36 miles from Binfield Heath, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What to look for in a quote
- If the price includes VAT
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Who carves and who serves
- The space, cover and access they need
Allergies and dietary needs
Some crew won’t eat pork, so it is worth adding an alternative. A few pointers:
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Tell us who does not eat pork
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
We pack away straight after service.
China crockery is available on request.
About the food
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes to make it a proper meal.
Working with your venue
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Marquee hire companies often have rules about cooking near their tents, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
FAQs for Binfield Heath
What’s the nearest station to Binfield Heath?
Shiplake station, about 2.1 miles east of the centre.
Is Binfield Heath too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you cater in Binfield Heath?
Yes, Binfield Heath is in our area. Send us the address and we’ll confirm availability.
Can you cater for vegans on set?
Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option. Halal is not available.
Do you need power or water?
The roaster runs on gas, so we don’t need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
What should we sort out beforehand?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
Can you do gluten-free?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. We’ll give you full allergen information for every dish.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you’re not left with the mess.
What a hog roast costs
We work out each quote from:
- Numbers
- Whether you want china
- Time on site
- Distance from us
Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. We quote every event individually, with everything listed.
Getting an accurate quote
These are the details we need:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- Roughly how many people
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Where the event is
The quickest way to get a price is to send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Fill in our quote form.
What the cooking area needs
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- One contact for the day
- Sign-off from the location
- Shelter for crew
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
At the end of a shoot, a hog roast feels like a reward. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why Binfield Heath hosts choose us
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Timed around your day
See our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
How the day works
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, a cooked roast can be kept hot for a while, so keep us posted on the day. On a winter shoot near Binfield Heath, the light goes by about 3:55pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. In summer, light lasts until about 9:25pm.
- You send the location, date and lunch call.
- 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.
- Afterwards we clear our spot at base.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Send final numbers in good time
How to get a price
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away