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Hog Roast for Film Crews in Highgate, Greater London
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 Highgate.
- Period locations
- Rural locations
- Wrap parties
Film set catering in Highgate
How our film set catering works in Highgate
We work with location managers and production offices on where we set up and when for shoots around Highgate. Popular choices include hog roast rolls, a vegan option and new potatoes, and we are regularly asked to cater location shoots and ad shoots.
In Highgate, unit bases are frequently in car parks or yards. The location manager will agree where we set up, often with council permission. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish before you book.
- Area
- Highgate (N6, N19, NW5)
- Region
- Greater London
- From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Allergies and dietary needs
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Stuffing normally contains gluten
- Tell us who doesn’t eat pork
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
We clear our spot after lunch.
Wrap parties can run into the evening.
Common questions in Highgate
What’s the nearest station to Highgate?
The closest is Upper Holloway station, roughly 0.9 miles away.
Could you cook in Whittington Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. We can often serve indoors if the venue agrees.
Do you serve the food?
We carve and serve for you, then clear the serving area afterwards.
When should we book?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But it is always worth asking: use our quote form.
Can you set up at the unit base?
At base, on level ground. Locations will confirm the spot.
What space does the roaster need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We’ll confirm the space with your quote.
Can you cater for vegans on set?
There are chicken, lamb, vegetarian and vegan options. We do not offer halal meat.
Occasions we serve in Highgate
It’s hot, filling food after a long morning.
Hosts in Highgate book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Historic house shoots
- Long days on set
- Farm and estate locations
- End-of-shoot wraps
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Upper Holloway station, about 0.9 miles south-east.
Comparing caterers
- Staffing on the day
- Whether VAT is included
- Any travel or access charges
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
Nearby places to Highgate
Other occasions in Highgate
Location catering around Highgate
Highgate is about 2 miles north-east of Hampstead, in Greater London. Thinking about a hog roast for the crew in Highgate? We cover the whole area. We cover 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
Nearby historic houses include Witanhurst (less than half a mile south-west) and Athlone House (0.6 miles west). Period locations like these normally keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early.
This part of Greater London takes in N6, N19 and NW5, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. From Wood Lane, Grange Road and Talbot Road or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Other places close to Highgate we cover include Upper Holloway (1 mile south-east), Dartmouth Park (1 mile south), Lissenden Gardens (1 mile south), Crouch End (1 mile north-east) and Tufnell Park (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in London (5 miles south-east), City of Westminster (4 miles south), Marylebone (4 miles south), Kensington (6 miles south-west), St Pancras (3 miles south) and Shoreditch (4 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Mall Wood Green (2.2 miles north-east) and Kenwood House (1 mile west). Within reach you’ll find Darland's Lake and Parkland Walk.
- Nearby schools include St Aloysius RC College (less than half a mile south-east) and Asanté Academy of Chinese Medicine (0.5 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Angel Inn (under half a mile south-west)
- Other local spots include Hornsey (1.2 miles north-east)
Where the roaster can go in Highgate
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 contact in production
- Flat ground at the unit base
As a London location, Highgate is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access takes planning: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Highgate
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Spit-roast lamb
What happens on the day
Serving is straightforward: the chef carves and the team serves, with the sides served alongside. Afterwards we clear the serving area and pack away. Late-September shoots near Highgate 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.
- We check access to base and quote.
- We agree where we set up and when we arrive.
- When lunch is called, we carve and serve quickly.
- Afterwards we clear our spot at base.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about shelter for your crew
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
Getting a price
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or N6 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What comes off the roaster
Crackling
For many people, the crackling is the best bit: golden, crunchy and salty.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan crew can have a vegan burger or sausage, so everyone has something hot.
Why choose a hog roast in Highgate?
Compared with a barbecue, carving is quicker for big numbers. 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. Every event gets its own quote, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Why us?
- Served at the time you choose
- Carved by our chef in front of your crew
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
What affects the price in Highgate
There’s no fixed price list, since every event is different. The main factors are:
- Season and day of the week
- Plates or china
- Numbers
- The serving time and how long we are on site
For larger numbers, a hog roast is typically good value, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The date and time of the event
- Anything the venue has asked for
- What the outdoor space is like
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
Send us the date, the address or N6 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards