Greater London · England
Film Set Catering for Blackfen
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, with salads and potatoes on the side. Book a hog roast for the crew in Blackfen.
- Extended shoot days
- Commercials and music videos
- Lunch at base
Film set catering in Blackfen
Why choose film set catering in Blackfen?
It feeds a crew quickly once carving starts.
Here’s what people in Blackfen most often book a hog roast for:
- Milestone days on set
- Long days on set
- Period drama shoots
- Farm and estate locations
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Falconwood station, about 0.8 miles north-west.
Comparing caterers
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The space, cover and access they need
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
Film set catering for your shoot in Blackfen
Rural and period locations near Blackfen can be miles from anywhere to eat, so hot food at base matters. Whether it’s period locations and end-of-shoot wraps, we will put together a menu of a vegan option, rotisserie chicken and salads.
In Blackfen, unit bases are frequently in car parks or yards. The location manager will agree where we set up, often with council permission. The carving happens right in front of your crew, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling, and nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- Where
- Blackfen (DA15, DA16, SE9)
- Region
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Also available
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
About the food
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there is a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so everyone has something hot.
Crackling
Crackling is what people queue for: golden, crunchy and salty, straight off the hog.
How the day works
People love watching the carving: our chef carves the pork in front of the queue, with crackling for everyone who wants it. On a winter shoot near Blackfen, the light goes by about 3:55pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. In summer, light lasts until about 9:20pm.
- Share the location details.
- We agree our position with locations.
- We cook at base.
- We serve rolls or plates quickly.
- We leave base tidy.
Before we arrive
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
Get a quote
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Where the roaster can go in Blackfen
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way:
- Vehicle access to base
- A level spot at base for the roaster
- A named contact at base
Blackfen is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access can be tight: let us know how we reach the cooking spot and where we can park.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Blackfen
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Towns and villages near Blackfen
More for events in Blackfen
Common questions in Blackfen
What if our house in Blackfen has no side access?
It depends on access: a rear gate or yard generally works. Tell us about steps, gates and parking and we’ll advise.
Which station is closest to Blackfen?
Falconwood station, about 0.8 miles north-west of the centre.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
How do you work out quantities?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
Do you do wrap parties?
We do. Send us the details.
Can you cater in Blackfen?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Blackfen and Greater London. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
Do you go to remote locations?
Usually, with good directions and access details. Let us know about the route.
What space does the roaster need?
A flat, open spot outside, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. Send us a picture if you are unsure.
Why choose a hog roast in Blackfen?
Next to deliveries, a hog roast at base is ready on the call. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Why book with us
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Timed around your day
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Read how we price and our hog roast cost guide.
Organising for someone else?
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
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.
Shooting in Blackfen: unit bases and access
Blackfen is about 2 miles east of Eltham, in Greater London. Our roaster is a regular sight at shoots around Blackfen. Blackfen is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Blackfen to London (9 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Blackfen are Danson House (1.2 miles east) and Red House (1.7 miles east). Period locations like these typically keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early.
For shoots in DA15, DA16 and SE9, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and roughly how many crew. Local streets include Days Lane, Gordon Road and Kent Avenue; a shoot on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Neighbouring places where we cater shoots include Falconwood (1 mile north), Avery Hill (1 mile west), East Wickham (1 mile north), New Eltham (1 mile south-west) and Longlands (1 mile south). Further out, we also cater in London (9 miles north-west), City of Westminster (11 miles north-west), Marylebone (11 miles north-west), Kensington (13 miles west), St Pancras (10 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (9 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Broadway Shopping Centre (2.3 miles east) and Eltham Community Hospital (1.7 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Summer Hill and The Tarn.
- Schools near Blackfen include Harris Academy Falconwood (0.6 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The George Staples pub (under half a mile east)
How we price a hog roast for the crew
There is no fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- The number of people
- Travel to Blackfen
- Season and day of the week
- Crockery choices
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Your date and serving time
- Rough numbers
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
Some crew won’t eat pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Post allergen details at base
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Halal is not offered
- Label the alternatives clearly
Name a contact for the day.
For an evening wrap.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- 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
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards