East Sussex · England
Film Set Catering for Hastings Old Town
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Hastings Old Town and the surrounding area.
- Period drama shoots
- Base catering
- Long days on set
Film set catering in Hastings Old Town
Location catering around Hastings Old Town
Hastings Old Town is about 1 mile south-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We cover shoots in Hastings Old Town. We cater 289 places in East Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 32 miles away.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the closest railway station is Hastings station, roughly 0.7 miles west of the centre. With the sea within about a mile, coastal shoots need a sheltered base.
Here we cover the TN34 and TN35 postcode area, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. From Crown Lane, Croft Road and Manor Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the roaster to you. Neighbouring places where we cater shoots include Rock-a-Nore (1 mile south-east), Belmont (1 mile north), America Ground (1 mile west), Blacklands (1 mile north-west) and St Helen's (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Eastbourne (14 miles west), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles west), Hailsham (15 miles west), Polegate (15 miles west), Old Town (15 miles west) and Upper Horsebridge (15 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Priory Meadow Shopping Centre (0.5 miles west) and Hastings Castle (under half a mile west). Open spaces near Hastings Old Town include Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
- Schools near Hastings Old Town include University School (0.9 miles west) and William Parker Sports College (1.7 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Royal Standard Public House (within half a mile south)
About our film set catering in Hastings Old Town
Rural and period locations near Hastings Old Town can be miles from anywhere to eat, so a hog roast at base keeps the crew fed. We serve a vegan option, spit-roast lamb and halloumi skewers, and we’re often booked for historic house shoots and unit base lunches.
Near Hastings Old Town, base may be a field or yard, so ground conditions matter. Our chef carves in front of your crew, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling, and nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- Area
- Hastings Old Town (TN34, TN35)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Also available
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Events we cater in Hastings Old Town
It feeds a crew quickly once carving starts.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Here are some of the most popular:
- Milestone days on set
- Period locations
- Long days on set
- Wrap days
Central London is about 53 miles from Hastings Old Town, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Comparing caterers
- What the price includes, item by item
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Some crew won’t eat pork, so it is worth adding an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Halal isn’t offered
We arrive early and set up at base, so the roast is ready by lunch.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Hastings Old Town: your questions answered
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
What’s the nearest station to Hastings Old Town?
The closest is Hastings station, roughly 0.7 miles away.
How much will it be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Send us the details and we will quote.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We will confirm what comes with it and how to use it.
What comes with the hog roast?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
How big a hog will we need?
We plan quantities from the numbers you give us, and we will confirm everything in writing.
What happens after service?
We pack everything away after service, so you are not left with the mess.
Do you bring plates?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Places near Hastings Old Town
More for events in Hastings Old Town
Organising for someone else?
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to deliveries, we’re already there when lunch is called. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why book with us
- All the equipment comes with us
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Carved by our chef in front of your crew
- A clear quote with everything listed
Take a look at our pricing or our hog roast cost guide.
What happens on the day
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we’ve agreed, and get on with roasting and serving. Late-September shoots near Hastings Old Town lose the light at about 7:00pm, so a late wrap needs lighting at base.
- Send us the location, dates and lunch time.
- We check access to base and quote.
- We set up at base and roast through the morning.
- We carve fast on the lunch call.
- We clear our spot.
Preparing for the day
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: 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.
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Where the roaster can go in Hastings Old Town
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, so a few things are worth checking:
- The location manager’s agreement
- A level area at base
- Somewhere for crew to eat if it rains
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
From the roaster
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
About the food
Roast pork
We carve as we serve, which keeps it hot and moist.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg.
What affects the price in Hastings Old Town
There is no fixed price list, because every shoot is different. The main factors are:
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- Season and day of the week
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Crockery choices
UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Rough numbers
- Where the event is
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- A photo of the cooking area
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards