West Sussex · England
Film Set Catering for Elsted
Film set catering in Elsted: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Base catering
- Period locations
- Location days
Film set catering in Elsted
Location catering around Elsted
Elsted is about 5 miles south-east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We cater shoots at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Elsted and the surrounding area. Elsted is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from Elsted to Guildford (about 22 miles away).
Elsted is about 49 miles from central London. The South Downs National Park is within about 2 miles of Elsted, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about cooking and vehicles.
For shoots in GU29, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and roughly how many crew. For shoots just outside Elsted, we cover East Harting (1 mile west), Elsted Marsh (1 mile north-east), Didling (1 mile south-east), Nyewood (2 miles north-west) and Dumpford (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (14 miles south-east), Chichester (9 miles south), Emsworth (9 miles south-west), Portfield (10 miles south), Yapton (14 miles south-east) and East Wittering (14 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Midhurst Community Hospital (4.7 miles east). Within reach you will find Iping and Stedham Commons and Oakham Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Three Horseshoes Public House (within half a mile east)
Film set catering in Elsted, carved to order
The roaster cooks outdoors under cover, away from equipment and trucks, in a position locations are happy with. Typical bookings include farm and estate locations and ad shoots, with salads, spit-roast lamb and new potatoes.
For a shoot in a place like Elsted, tracks and soft ground need checking before the day. Plates come as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
- Area
- Elsted (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Also available
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls make a hog roast easy to eat anywhere. Gluten-free rolls can be provided on request.
Spit-roast lamb
Adding lamb gives people a choice of two roasts, which works well for larger groups.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Tell us who doesn’t eat pork
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Halal isn’t offered
Give us one contact in production.
Ask for gluten-free rolls.
Perfect for your shoot in Elsted
It’s hot, filling food after a long morning.
Whatever the occasion in Elsted, a slow roast goes a long way. We are frequently asked to cater:
- Period drama shoots
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Crew thank-you days
- Rural locations
Within reach of Elsted are historic houses such as Uppark (2.7 miles south-west) and Cowdray House (4.7 miles east). Period locations like these usually keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Comparing caterers
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- Whether travel is included
- Allergen information for every dish
- The menu, including sides and any extras
Working with your venue
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
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What the cooking area needs
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way:
- Shelter for crew
- A safe distance from kit
- Flat ground at the unit base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with a barbecue, one roast serves everyone together. Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Why Elsted hosts choose us
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
Read how we price and the cost guide.
How the day works
The roaster cooks outdoors, on a level, open spot under cover, well clear of walls, tents and trees. We agree exactly where before the day. Because the roast starts early, and winter daylight in Elsted ends around 4:00pm, so we may set up under lights.
- You send the location, date and lunch call.
- 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.
- We pack up and leave the base tidy.
How to prepare
- Check there is a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Give us a contact number for the day
Get a quote
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
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What affects the price in Elsted
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Season and day of the week
- Access to the cooking area
- How many people are eating
- Menu choices and extras
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Details that help
When you enquire, please mention:
- Your menu choices
- Any venue rules
- The venue or postcode
- Dietary requirements
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
Common questions in Elsted
Is Elsted close to London?
About 49 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small places like Elsted?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How much room do you need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A picture helps.
How do we prepare?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We bring everything else.
What if things run late?
We’ll be as flexible as we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will adjust.
Can you serve at our lunch call?
That is exactly how we work.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
What comes with the hog roast?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards