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Hog Roast for Film Crews in Crowhurst Lane End, Surrey
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast for the crew makes the food part of your shoot in Crowhurst Lane End.
- Crew appreciation lunches
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Countryside locations
A hog roast near Crowhurst Lane End
Film set catering in Crowhurst Lane End, slow-roasted on site
Rural and period locations near Crowhurst Lane End can be miles from anywhere to eat, so hot food at base matters. We’re frequently asked to cater countryside locations and base catering, with spit-roast lamb, halloumi skewers and salads.
For a shoot in a place like Crowhurst Lane End, tracks and soft ground need checking. Timings are planned around your shoot, because the roast has to start hours before you eat.
Crowhurst Lane End for film and TV crews
Crowhurst Lane End is about 6 miles south-east of Caterham, in Surrey. From village halls to gardens and fields, shoots around Crowhurst Lane End suit a hog roast. Crowhurst Lane End is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 20 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Titsey Place (4.6 miles north-east). Period locations like these usually keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early. For crew arriving by train, Godstone station is about 1.1 miles away.
We bring hog roasts to shoots all over RH8. Other places close to Crowhurst Lane End we cover include Crowhurst (1 mile south-east), South Godstone (1 mile west), Tandridge (2 miles north), Merle Common (2 miles north-east) and Anglefield Corner (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (7 miles west), Redhill (6 miles west), Ewell (14 miles north-west), Reigate (8 miles west) and Caterham (6 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Bletchingley Castle (3.9 miles north-west) and Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Clinic (3.1 miles north). The countryside around Crowhurst Lane End includes Bay Pond and Botley Hill.
A hog roast or other catering?
Some productions combine a hog roast with their usual caterer. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Why us?
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Serving and clearing done for you
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
Take a look at our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
Who books film set catering in Crowhurst Lane End?
Alternatives cover everyone.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Crowhurst Lane End:
- Shoots on location
- Music video days
- Wrap days
- Rural locations
Central London is about 20 miles from Crowhurst Lane End.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- A clear list of what’s included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Staffing on the day
Your questions about a hog roast for the crew in Crowhurst Lane End
Which station is closest to Crowhurst Lane End?
The closest is Godstone station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
Is Crowhurst Lane End too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What space does the roaster need?
A flat, open spot outside, and a way to wheel everything in. Send us a photo if you are unsure.
Where do you set up on a shoot?
A level outdoor spot clear of trucks and kit.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular dates go early. But it is always worth asking: use our quote form.
How big a hog will we need?
We size the roast to your numbers, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we’ll bring them. We’ll give you full allergen information for every dish.
Is mains power needed?
Not to cook, because the roaster is gas-fired. Let us know what’s on site.
Looking after everyone
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
- Stuffing generally contains gluten
When lunch is called, we carve fast.
For an evening wrap.
About the food
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and roast or jacket potatoes, depending on the season and the occasion.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, in a roll, with salad on the side.
For planners, venues and organisers
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
What affects the price in Crowhurst Lane End
We don’t use a fixed price list, because every shoot is different. What matters most:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- How many people are eating
- Menu choices and extras
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- Rough numbers
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Which meats and sides you’d like
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
The process
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we’ve agreed, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. On a winter shoot near Crowhurst Lane End, the light goes by about 3:55pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. In summer, light lasts until about 9:20pm.
- Share the location details.
- We agree our position with locations.
- We roast under cover at base.
- We serve rolls or plates quickly.
- We leave base tidy.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about tight access
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
How to get a price
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or RH8 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
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Where the roaster can go in Crowhurst Lane End
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, and a little planning goes a long way:
- A contact in production
- A level spot at base for the roaster
- A safe distance from kit
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away