Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering for Headbourne Worthy
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Headbourne Worthy and the surrounding area.
- Wrap parties
- Location days
- Crew thank-you days
A hog roast near Headbourne Worthy
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to a full location catering unit, a hog roast is simpler and suits smaller shoots and one-off days. Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups normally cost less per head, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
Why book our hog roast in Headbourne Worthy
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Served at the time you choose
- Carved by our chef in front of your crew
Take a look at how we price and what a hog roast costs.
About our film set catering in Headbourne Worthy
We liaise with your locations and production team on access, base layout and timings for shoots around Headbourne Worthy. We’re frequently asked to cater unit base lunches and commercials and music videos, with spit-roast lamb, salads and a vegan option.
For a shoot in a place like Headbourne Worthy, tracks and soft ground need checking. The hog is roasted on site at your shoot, slowly, over several hours, then carved fresh for your crew.
Also near Headbourne Worthy
Also in Headbourne Worthy
Planning a shoot in Headbourne Worthy
Headbourne Worthy is about 2 miles north of Winchester, in Hampshire. Wherever your shoot is in Headbourne Worthy, we can bring the roaster, as long as there’s an outdoor spot to cook. Headbourne Worthy is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 13 miles away.
Headbourne Worthy is about 59 miles from central London.
Wherever your shoot is in SO23, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your shoot is on London Road, Whiteway Close and The Dell or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Other places close to Headbourne Worthy we cover include Abbotts Barton (1 mile south), Harestock (1 mile south-west), Hyde (2 miles south), Weeke (2 miles south-west) and Littleton (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (15 miles north-east), Eastleigh (9 miles south), Andover (11 miles north-west), Totton (15 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south-west) and Alton (15 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Royal Observer Corps Museum (1.1 miles south) and Winchester Castle (2.1 miles south). Open spaces near Headbourne Worthy include Twyford Down and Winnall Moors.
- Nearby schools include Henry Beaufort School (1.3 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Cart And Horses Public House (less than half a mile east)
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Which meats and sides you choose
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
- Crockery choices
Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Details that help
When you enquire, it helps to include:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many people
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we will check it: fill in our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Headbourne Worthy
Good for wraps too.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Headbourne Worthy:
- Rural locations
- Location shoots
- Period drama shoots
- Long shoot days
For crew arriving by train, Winchester station, about 1.8 miles south-west, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before booking
- If the price includes VAT
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Any travel or access charges
- What the price includes, item by item
Planners, venues and businesses
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.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Some crew won’t eat pork, so it is worth adding an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Tell us who does not eat pork
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
- Request gluten-free rolls
If lunch moves, we hold the roast a little; just let us know.
For an evening wrap, tell us about lighting at base.
About the food
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
Spit-roast lamb
With lamb as well, there are two roasts to choose from, which works well for larger groups.
How it works
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your shoot in Headbourne Worthy. Early starts matter for a hog roast at base, and winter daylight in Headbourne Worthy ends around 4:00pm, so we may set up under lights.
- Production sends us the location and call times.
- We check access to base and quote.
- The roast starts early.
- We serve when lunch is called.
- We pack away straight after.
Before we arrive
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
Getting a price
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
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What the cooking area needs
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. We look for:
- A level spot at base for the roaster
- A covered eating area
- A named contact at base
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Headbourne Worthy
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
Headbourne Worthy questions
Do you come out to small places like Headbourne Worthy?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Is Headbourne Worthy close to London?
About 59 miles from central London.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. Serving inside is often possible, with the venue’s agreement.
What’s the price?
Numbers, menu and travel decide the price. Tell us your date and we will send a price.
What if things run late?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will fit around changes.
What’s included?
Rolls with roast pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. You can add lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options, salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
What about a wrap party?
Yes, a hog roast suits a relaxed wrap party.
What does the production need from you?
Requirements vary by production.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards