Isle of Wight · England
Film Set Catering for Havenstreet
From the first smell of roasting pork to the last piece of crackling, a hog roast for the crew makes the food part of your shoot in Havenstreet.
- Location shoots
- Wrap days
- Crew thank-you days
Slow-roasted pork in Havenstreet
Crew catering near Havenstreet
Havenstreet is about 2 miles south-west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. Thinking about a hog roast for the crew in Havenstreet? We can help. We bring hog roasts to 125 places in the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Havenstreet to Southampton (17 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Nunwell House (2.8 miles south-east) and Arreton Manor (2.8 miles south-west). Period locations like these typically keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early. With the sea within about 3 miles, coastal shoots need a sheltered base, so plan where crew will eat.
Wherever your shoot is in PO33, we can bring the roaster to you. From Church Road, Elizabeth Gardens and Church Lane or a nearby road, we’ll bring the roaster to you. Other places close to Havenstreet we cover include Fishbourne (1 mile north), Wootton (2 miles north-west), Hillgrove (2 miles west), Staplers (3 miles west) and Fairlee (3 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Newport (4 miles west), Cowes (6 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles south-east), Shanklin (6 miles south), Ventnor (8 miles south) and East Cowes (5 miles north-west). For a shoot at a remote spot, let us know early and we will plan the trip.
A little further out are The Donald Mcgill Museum (2.4 miles north-east) and Sandown Castle (4.4 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brading Down.
- Nearby, you will find White Hart Inn (under half a mile west)
Film set catering in Havenstreet, slow-roasted on site
We work with location managers and production offices on where we set up and when for shoots around Havenstreet. We serve a vegan option, spit-roast lamb and new potatoes, and we are frequently booked for crew thank-you days and long days on set.
Near Havenstreet, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so hot food at base is a big help. The carving happens right in front of your crew, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling, and nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- Area
- Havenstreet (PO33)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We will fit in with site rules.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Who books film set catering in Havenstreet?
We bring everything we need.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Typical bookings include:
- Milestone days on set
- Music video days
- Wrap days
- Extended shoot days
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Smallbrook Junction station, about 2.2 miles east, is the nearest station.
Before you book anyone
- Staffing on the day
- Allergen information for every dish
- Plates, china and cutlery
- The space, cover and access they need
The process
We get there well ahead of service, since slow roasting can’t be rushed. The smell normally brings people over long before we carve. Early starts matter for a hog roast at base, and winter daylight in Havenstreet ends around 4:00pm, so we may set up under lights.
- Send us the location, dates and lunch time.
- We confirm access and send a price.
- We set up at base and roast through the morning.
- We carve fast on the lunch call.
- We clear our spot.
How to prepare
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Name a contact for the day
- Send final numbers in good time
Ask for a quote
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
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Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
Compared with a full location caterer, a hog roast is simpler and suits smaller shoots and one-off days. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why book our hog roast in Havenstreet
- An itemised quote
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- A choice of salads and potatoes
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Planning for dietary needs
Rolls and stuffing normally contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
We pack away straight after service.
Ask for gluten-free rolls.
Your questions about a hog roast for the crew in Havenstreet
What’s the nearest station to Havenstreet?
Smallbrook Junction station, about 2.2 miles east of the centre.
Can you roast near the sea around Havenstreet?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
What if things run late?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we’ll adjust.
Do you have alternatives?
Add alternatives to suit your crew.
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 about locations off the beaten track?
Share the route to base and we will confirm.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
There are lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options: spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan burger or sausage. We do not offer halal meat.
How long does the roast need?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We work back from your serving time.
What we serve, dish by dish
Rotisserie chicken
Golden rotisserie chicken can be served in a roll or on a plate alongside the pork.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some crew will be vegetarian, so halloumi and vegetable skewers ensure they’re not left with just salad.
What the cooking area needs
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, so a few things are worth checking:
- Away from vehicles and equipment
- One contact for the day
- Somewhere for crew to eat if it rains
Havenstreet is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we’ll plan the journey.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the roaster
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Vegan option (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
Towns and villages near Havenstreet
More for events in Havenstreet
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what affects the price:
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Site access
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- Travel to Havenstreet
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
What to tell us
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- The date and time of the event
- An estimate of numbers
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Dietary requirements
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- 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
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away