Oxfordshire · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in Blackthorn, Oxfordshire
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Blackthorn and the surrounding area.
- Period locations
- Ad shoots
- Location days
Film set catering for Blackthorn
Space, access and the venue
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. We look for:
- A named contact at base
- Clearance from trucks, kit and trees
- Sign-off from the location
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Film set catering in Blackthorn, carved to order
Crew numbers can be large, and carving feeds plenty of people quickly. Add sides for a full meal. On the menu are rotisserie chicken, a vegan option and hog roast rolls, and typical bookings are for wrap days and base catering.
Rural locations near Blackthorn can be a long way from food, so hot food at base is a big help. Our chef carves in front of your crew, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp, and nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- Area
- Blackthorn (OX25)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Alongside
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Planning a shoot in Blackthorn
Blackthorn is about 3 miles south-east of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Hosts in Blackthorn book us for shoots of all sizes. Blackthorn is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cater. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 10 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Blackthorn are Boarstall Tower (3.3 miles south). Period locations like these generally keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early. Blackthorn is roughly 50 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
For shoots in OX25, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. That could mean a shoot in a garden on Station Road, Lower Road and Thame Road, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Other places close to Blackthorn we cover include Piddington (2 miles south-east), Ludgershall (3 miles south-east), Grendon Underwood (4 miles east), Edgcott (4 miles north-east) and Brill (4 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (10 miles south-west), Bicester (3 miles north-west), Thame (10 miles south-east), Kidlington (9 miles south-west), Chinnor (14 miles south-east) and Headington Quarry (9 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Bicester Community Hospital (3.1 miles north-west) and Bicester Village (2.8 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Upper Ray Meadows and Graven Hill.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Marquee suppliers typically set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Events we cater in Blackthorn
Alternatives cover everyone.
Hosts in Blackthorn book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Historic house shoots
- Crew thank-you days
- Countryside locations
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Bicester Village station, about 2.6 miles north-west.
What your quote should include
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Travel and any London charges
- If the price includes VAT
- The full menu and the sides
Your questions about a hog roast for the crew in Blackthorn
How far is Blackthorn from London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London.
Which station is closest to Blackthorn?
Bicester Village station, about 2.6 miles north-west of the centre.
Can you cater our wrap?
Of course. Send us the details.
Is there a non-pork option?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. We do not offer halal meat.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
What do people get?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
Can you roast in the rain?
We roast under cover, so the food is not affected. Your crew will want somewhere dry to eat.
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
Some productions combine a hog roast with their usual caterer. Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. A long, slow roast means an early start, which is built into the price.
Why book with us
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Fresh carving at the serving station
Take a look at how we price or what a hog roast costs.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Count crew needing an alternative
- Post allergen details at base
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
We clear our spot after lunch.
Sides make a proper lunch.
What a hog roast costs
Things that change the price:
- Numbers
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Which meats and sides you choose
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- What the outdoor space is like
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The venue or postcode
- Which meats and sides you’d like
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your shoot for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Towns and villages near Blackthorn
Other occasions in Blackthorn
Step by step
Here’s how the day generally runs: we arrive, set up under cover and start roasting, the roast cooks gently through the day, and our chef carves it when you are ready. Because the roast starts early, and in December Blackthorn is dark by about 3:55pm, so we may set up under lights.
- We start with the location, call times and numbers.
- We check access to base and quote.
- We agree where we set up and when we arrive.
- When lunch is called, we carve and serve quickly.
- Afterwards we clear our spot at base.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about shelter for your crew
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
How to get a price
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Crackling
Crackling is what people queue for: crisp, golden and full of flavour, straight off the hog.
Spit-roast lamb
With lamb as well, there are two roasts to choose from, which suits bigger events.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away