Hampshire · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in Dumpford, Hampshire
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Dumpford and across Hampshire.
- Period drama shoots
- Location days
- Unit base lunches
Film set catering in Dumpford
Shooting in Dumpford: unit bases and access
Dumpford is about 5 miles east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. We are happy to travel to Dumpford for shoots and the places nearby. Dumpford is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Dumpford to Guildford (21 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, the closest railway station is Liss station, roughly 4.9 miles north-west of the centre. Dumpford is roughly 47 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. Dumpford is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations.
For shoots in GU31, we just need to know where the roaster can cook. That could mean a shoot in a garden on Terwick Lane, Mill Lane and Trotton Road or the roads around them, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the roaster. Neighbouring places where we cater shoots include Trotton (1 mile north-east), Elsted Marsh (1 mile south), Ingrams Green (1 mile south-east), Elsted (2 miles south-west) and Nyewood (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Havant (11 miles south-west), Horndean (10 miles south-west), Alton (13 miles north-west), Waterlooville (12 miles south-west), Petersfield (5 miles west) and Purbrook (13 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Museum (3.5 miles east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (3.6 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Iping and Stedham Commons and Wheeler's Down.
- Nearby, you will find The Keeper's Arms Public House (0.5 miles east)
Film set catering for your shoot in Dumpford
If lunch moves, a cooked roast can be held for a while. Name a contact in production and we will fit around changes. Typical bookings include commercials and music videos and base catering, serving a vegan option, new potatoes and rotisserie chicken.
Rural locations near Dumpford can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
What the cooking area needs
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. We look for:
- A covered eating area
- A named contact at base
- A level spot at base for the roaster
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
Planning for dietary needs
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Count crew needing an alternative
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
We pack away straight after service.
Add salads and potatoes for a full lunch.
Who books film set catering in Dumpford?
It’s hot, filling food after a long morning.
Hosts in Dumpford book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Rural locations
- Wrap days
- Unit base lunches
- Crew thank-you days
Within reach of Dumpford are historic houses such as Cowdray House (3.8 miles east) and Uppark (4.1 miles south-west). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- The full menu and the sides
- Any travel or access charges
Towns and villages near Dumpford
Other occasions in Dumpford
Step by step
Expect a calm, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we have agreed, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. Summer shoots near Dumpford have light until about 9:20pm, so a wrap party can run into the evening.
- Tell us the base location.
- We confirm where we set up.
- We cook at base.
- We serve rolls or plates quickly.
- We tidy up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
Get a quote
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
Planning help
What comes off the roaster
Crackling
Good crackling needs time and heat, and a whole hog roasted slowly gets it just right.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes to make it a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Dumpford: your questions answered
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What’s the nearest station to Dumpford?
The closest is Liss station, roughly 4.9 miles away.
What should we sort out beforehand?
Only the space and a contact number. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. We don’t offer halal meat.
When should we book?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But it’s always worth asking: fill in our quote form.
Do we need to provide electricity?
Cooking is gas-fired, so no mains power is needed for the roast. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Can you do gluten-free?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
Compared with a barbecue, one roast serves everyone together. UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. We quote every event individually, with everything listed.
Why book our hog roast in Dumpford
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Serving and clearing done for you
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
What affects the price in Dumpford
The biggest factors are:
- Site access
- Crockery choices
- Time on site
- How many people are eating
Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. A long, slow roast means an early start, and the quote reflects that.
What to tell us
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- An estimate of numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are booking for a workplace, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We will fit in with site rules.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away