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Film Set Catering for Hamsey
Planning a hog roast for the crew in Hamsey? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
- Milestone days on set
- Long days on set
- Unit base lunches
Film set catering in Hamsey
How the day works
Service is quick once we start carving: the chef carves and the team serves, and sides go out at the same time. Afterwards we clear the serving area and pack away. Late-September shoots near Hamsey lose the light at about 7:05pm, so plan lights for evening service.
- We start with the location, call times and numbers.
- You get a check on access and a quote.
- We agree where we set up and when we arrive.
- We roast through the morning and carve fast when lunch is called.
- Afterwards we clear our spot at base.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about shelter for your crew
- Name a contact for the day
- Check there’s a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
Getting a price
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
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About our film set catering in Hamsey
For a wrap party, a hog roast is relaxed and generous. For milestone days on set and countryside locations, we can cook salads, halloumi skewers and hog roast rolls.
For a shoot in a place like Hamsey, tracks and soft ground need checking before the day. Everything we need to roast, carve and serve comes with us, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
- Area
- Hamsey (BN8)
- County
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Shooting in Hamsey: unit bases and access
Hamsey is about 1 mile north of Lewes, in East Sussex. We bring a hog roast for the crew to shoots anywhere in Hamsey, as long as there is an outdoor spot to cook. We bring hog roasts to all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Hamsey to Brighton (about 7 miles away).
Hamsey is roughly 42 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. Within reach of Hamsey are historic houses such as Anne of Cleves House (1.9 miles south) and Glyndebourne (2.9 miles south-east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most keep cooking well away from the house, so plan the unit base with locations. The South Downs National Park is within about 2 miles of Hamsey, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about cooking and vehicles.
Anywhere in BN8, we can bring the roaster to you. Nearby, we also cater shoots in Offham (1 mile south-west), South Malling (1 mile south), Lewes (1 mile south), Cliffe (2 miles south) and Southover (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (14 miles south-east), Seaford (9 miles south-east), Hailsham (11 miles east), Crowborough (13 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles north-east) and Newhaven (7 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Museum of Agricultural Bygones (3.7 miles east) and Lewes Castle (1.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Malling Down and Offham Hill.
- Schools near Hamsey include Priory School (2 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Blacksmiths Arms (0.8 miles west)
- Other local spots include St John under the Castle Lewes (1.3 miles south)
Questions from Hamsey
How far is Hamsey from London?
About 42 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Hamsey?
The closest is Cooksbridge station, roughly 0.8 miles away.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
Can you roast in the rain?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Your crew will want somewhere dry to eat.
What do you need from us on the day?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We will bring the rest.
Can you serve at our lunch call?
That’s exactly how we work.
How long does the roast need?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
Who serves?
Our chef carves and our staff serve, and we clear up when service is finished.
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- A level area at base
- Approval from locations
- A covered eating area
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
More for events in Hamsey
Who books film set catering in Hamsey?
It copes with schedule changes.
Whatever the occasion in Hamsey, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. Bookings frequently include:
- Long shoot days
- Rural locations
- Location days
- Ad shoots
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Cooksbridge station, about 0.8 miles north-west.
What to look for in a quote
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- Staffing on the day
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Tell us who doesn’t eat pork
If lunch moves, we hold the roast a little.
Ask for gluten-free rolls.
For planners, venues and organisers
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
A closer look at the menu
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Choose from salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes, to suit your event.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls make a hog roast easy to eat anywhere. Gluten-free rolls can be provided on request.
Why choose a hog roast in Hamsey?
Next to grilling to order, one roast serves everyone together. For larger numbers, a hog roast is normally good value, because one whole roast feeds plenty of people. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Why book with us
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Carved to order by a chef
- Timed around your day
See our prices page and what a hog roast costs.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
Each price is built from:
- Plates or china
- How many people are eating
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Season and day of the week
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
What to tell us
When you enquire, it helps to include:
- The venue or postcode
- Your date and serving time
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- What the outdoor space is like
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your shoot for a quote: use our quote form.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away