Hampshire · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in Chandler's Ford, Hampshire
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Chandler's Ford and the surrounding area.
- Farm and estate locations
- Base catering
- Ad shoots
A hog roast near Chandler's Ford
Planning a shoot in Chandler's Ford
Chandler's Ford is about 5 miles north of Southampton, in Hampshire. A hog roast suits shoots around Chandler's Ford, whatever the venue. Chandler's Ford is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover.
For cast and crew travelling by train, Chandlers Ford station serves Chandler's Ford directly. Central London is about 66 miles from Chandler's Ford. The coast is within about 6 miles of Chandler's Ford, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will eat.
For shoots in SO53, SO51 and SO52, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. From Kerry Close, Prospect Place and Sutherlands Court or a nearby road, we will bring the roaster to you. Being close to the B3043, Chandler's Ford is easy for us to reach with the roaster. Neighbouring places where we cater shoots include Hiltingbury (1 mile north), Boyatt Wood (1 mile east), Allbrook (1 mile east), North Stoneham (2 miles south) and Eastleigh (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (6 miles north-east), Fareham (12 miles south-east), Totton (7 miles south-west), Hedge End (6 miles south-east), Romsey (4 miles west) and Hythe (9 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Princess Anne Hospital (4 miles south-west) and Eastleigh Museum (1.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Chandler's Ford includes Flexford Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Toynbee School (0.8 miles south-east) and Thornden School (1.2 miles north-east)
About our film set catering in Chandler's Ford
Whatever the production, we work to your schedule. For end-of-shoot wraps and extended shoot days, we will put together a menu of rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option and more.
In a town like Chandler's Ford, unit bases are often in car parks, school grounds or yards. The roaster fits in at base. We plan the timings around your day, working back from when you want to eat.
Places near Chandler's Ford
Other occasions in Chandler's Ford
Perfect for your shoot in Chandler's Ford
Carving serves a crew fast.
In Chandler's Ford and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Period locations
- Farm and estate locations
- Location days
- Long days on set
Within reach of Chandler's Ford are historic houses such as South Stoneham House (3.4 miles south). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
Before you book anyone
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Plates, china and cutlery
A closer look at the menu
Spit-roast lamb
Spit-roast lamb cooks slowly like the hog, carved to order at the serving station.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, perfect for eating on the move. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
How it works
We cook on a gas-fired roaster, so cooking does not depend on mains power, though a socket nearby is handy for lighting. Summer shoots near Chandler's Ford have light until about 9:25pm, which suits an evening wrap at base.
- Tell us the base location.
- We confirm where we set up.
- We roast under cover at base.
- We serve rolls or plates quickly.
- We leave base tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
Planning help
Working with your venue
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Tell us what you need and we will tell you what we can send.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Questions from Chandler's Ford
What’s the nearest station to Chandler's Ford?
Chandlers Ford station, in Chandler's Ford itself.
Is Chandler's Ford close to London?
Roughly 66 miles from the centre of London.
What does the production need from you?
Send us your requirements, and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
What do people get?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
What’s the price?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Send us the details and we’ll quote.
How long does the roast need?
Hours rather than minutes. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
Can you roast in the rain?
Rain does not stop the cooking. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
Compared with sandwiches from a shop, hot food makes a difference on a long day. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why Chandler's Ford hosts choose us
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- No surprises: everything in writing
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
See how we price and our hog roast cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Numbers
- Whether you want china
- Travel to Chandler's Ford
Numbers make the biggest difference: the price per head usually falls as numbers rise, since much of the cost is fixed.
Details that help
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- The address or postcode
- What the outdoor space is like
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- An estimate of numbers
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or SO53 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Where the roaster can go in Chandler's Ford
It is worth planning the cooking area in advance. The ideal spot has:
- Approval from locations
- Flat ground at the unit base
- Somewhere for crew to eat if it rains
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Count crew needing an alternative
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
We clear our spot after lunch.
Wrap parties can run into the evening.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards