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Film Set Catering for Hammerwood
Give your crew a proper hog roast at your shoot in Hammerwood. The roast cooks for hours on site, then our chef carves it hot for everyone.
- Period drama shoots
- Crew thank-you days
- Farm and estate locations
Film set catering for Hammerwood
What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, a cooked roast can be kept hot for a while, so keep us posted on the day. Late-September shoots near Hammerwood lose the light at about 7:05pm, so plan lights for evening service.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- You get a check on access and a quote.
- We agree our position at base with the location manager.
- We carve to order the moment lunch is called.
- Afterwards we clear our spot at base.
Before we arrive
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Think about shelter for your crew
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Get a quote
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your shoot for a quote: use our quote form.
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How our film set catering works in Hammerwood
Schedules move, and a slow roast copes. Name a contact in production and we will adjust. We are frequently asked to cater unit base lunches and period locations, with rotisserie chicken, salads and a vegan option.
Near Hammerwood, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Hammerwood (RH19)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the roaster
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Some ideas:
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
- Share the allergen list with the crew
- Tell us who does not eat pork
We pack away straight after service.
A second meat widens the menu.
Common questions in Hammerwood
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Hammerwood from London?
Roughly 26 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How long does the roast need?
Hours rather than minutes. We’ll confirm our arrival time when we quote.
How much will it be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Tell us your date and we will send a price.
What space does the roaster need?
A level, open area outdoors with room for the roaster, a gazebo and a carving table, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We will confirm the space with your quote.
Do you go to remote locations?
We can, given access details. Tell us about tracks and ground.
Do you serve the food?
Our chef carves and our staff serve, then clear the serving area afterwards.
What do you need from us on the day?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
Crew catering near Hammerwood
Hammerwood is about 3 miles east of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. We cover shoots in Hammerwood, along with the towns and villages around it. Hammerwood is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Hammerwood to Brighton (about 22 miles away).
Hammerwood is about 26 miles from central London. Within reach of Hammerwood are historic houses such as Hammerwood Park (0.8 miles south-east) and Bassetts Manor (2.5 miles south-east). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property. Hammerwood is within about 4 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about cooking and vehicles.
Anywhere in RH19, we can roast on site for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. If your venue is just outside Hammerwood, we also cover Ashurst Wood (2 miles south-west), Cowden (2 miles east), Dormansland (2 miles north-west), Dormans Park (2 miles west) and East Grinstead (3 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Crawley (10 miles west), Haywards Heath (11 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (15 miles south-west), Broadfield (11 miles west), Bewbush (12 miles west) and Southgate (10 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Bolebroke Castle (2.9 miles south-east) and East Grinstead Museum (2.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Hedgecourt Lake.
Occasions we serve in Hammerwood
A proper hot lunch keeps crews going.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Hammerwood and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Unit base lunches
- Countryside locations
- Music video days
- Milestone days on set
For crew arriving by train, Dormans station is about 2.4 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- Allergen information for every dish
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
What comes off the roaster
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, easy to eat standing up. Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.
What the cooking area needs
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Things to check:
- Clearance from trucks, kit and trees
- One contact for the day
- A route for our vehicle
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Hammerwood
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
What affects the price in Hammerwood
Your quote depends on:
- Menu choices and extras
- Distance from us
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. A long, slow roast means an early start, which is built into the price.
What to tell us
When you enquire, please mention:
- Dietary requirements
- Roughly how many people
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Your menu choices
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Working with your venue
Marquee suppliers typically set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and tell us what they ask for.
Why choose a hog roast in Hammerwood?
A hog roast can be a special day alongside regular catering, for a wrap or a milestone. Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
Why book our hog roast in Hammerwood
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Our staff serve and clear
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
Read our prices page or what a hog roast costs.
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Other occasions in Hammerwood
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away