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Hog Roast for Film Crews in East Shalford, Surrey
Film set catering in East Shalford: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, carved to order and served in soft rolls with crackling.
- Rural locations
- Wrap parties
- Milestone days on set
Book a hog roast in East Shalford
Film set catering in East Shalford, carved to order
For a wrap party, a hog roast is relaxed and generous. Typical bookings include ad shoots and long shoot days, with spit-roast lamb, halloumi skewers and hog roast rolls.
For a shoot in a place like East Shalford, tracks and soft ground need checking before the day. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish before booking.
What affects the price in East Shalford
We don’t use a fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- The number of people
- Menu choices and extras
- Distance from us
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
What we need to know
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- What the outdoor space is like
- An estimate of numbers
- The address or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Towns and villages near East Shalford
What else we do in East Shalford
Occasions we serve in East Shalford
A proper hot lunch keeps crews going.
Hosts in East Shalford book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Music video days
- Milestone days on set
- Lunch at base
- Wrap days
East Shalford is about 28 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Before you book anyone
- What the price includes, item by item
- Plates, china and cutlery
- The full menu and the sides
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
Step by step
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your shoot. In December, daylight in East Shalford ends around 3:55pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:20pm.
- You send the location, date and lunch call.
- You get a check on access and a quote.
- We agree our position at base with the location manager.
- We roast through the morning and carve fast when lunch is called.
- We pack away straight after service.
Preparing for the day
- Name a contact for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
Ask for a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or GU4 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
For a wrap party, it is a relaxed way to finish. Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups normally cost less per head, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
Why East Shalford hosts choose us
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Timed around your day
See how we price or what a hog roast costs.
Working with your venue
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
What comes off the roaster
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Tell us how many vegans to expect, and we’ll bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
Roast pork
We carve as we serve, so it stays hot and juicy right to the last roll.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Post allergen details at base
- Tell us who doesn’t eat pork
- Request gluten-free rolls
If lunch moves, we hold the roast a little; just let us know.
Add salads and potatoes for a full lunch.
Planning the cooking spot
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- Somewhere for crew to eat if it rains
- Flat ground at the unit base
- Clearance from trucks, kit and trees
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Spit-roast lamb
Crew catering near East Shalford
East Shalford is about 2 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. Thinking about a hog roast for the crew in East Shalford? We can help. We cater 395 places across Surrey.
Nearby historic houses include Chilworth Manor (0.9 miles east) and Guildford Castle (1.4 miles north-west). Period locations like these generally keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early. For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Shalford station, roughly 0.7 miles south-west of the centre. East Shalford is within about 4 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about cooking and vehicles.
Wherever your shoot is in GU4, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Other places close to East Shalford we cover include Shalford (1 mile south-west), Chilworth (1 mile east), Broadford (1 mile south-west), Artington (1 mile west) and Peasmarsh (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north-east), Farnham (11 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Reigate (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include St. Luke’s Hospital (1.3 miles north) and Guildford Castle (1.4 miles north-west). The countryside around East Shalford includes St Martha's Hill and Pewley Down.
- Local schools include St Catherine's School (1.5 miles south) and Guildford High School (1.7 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Queen Victoria pub (0.7 miles west)
East Shalford questions
Do you come out to small places like East Shalford?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you cater at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you have documents for locations?
Every production is different.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
DIY machine hire is available. We’ll confirm what comes with it and how to use it.
What space does the roaster need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We will check it with you before booking.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Do you need much space at base?
Typically, if there’s a level, open spot for the roaster under cover. Locations will confirm the spot.
How soon do you get booked up?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we’ll check.
- 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
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards