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Film Set Catering for Hookwood
Plenty of choice: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, with salads and potatoes on the side. Film set catering in Hookwood.
- Unit base lunches
- Wrap parties
- Long days on set
Film set catering for Hookwood
About our film set catering in Hookwood
From commercials to long-form drama, we work to your schedule. We are often asked to cater historic house shoots and music video days, serving salads, hog roast rolls and halloumi skewers.
For a shoot in a place like Hookwood, tracks and soft ground need checking. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish before you book.
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with ordering in, a hog roast at base is ready on the call. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why us?
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Our staff serve and clear
Take a look at how we price and what a hog roast costs.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Halal isn’t offered
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
If lunch moves, we hold the roast a little.
For an evening wrap, tell us about lighting at base.
Planning a shoot in Hookwood
Hookwood is about 1 mile south-west of Horley, in Surrey. We cater shoots across Hookwood and nearby, from gardens to fields. Hookwood is one of 395 places in Surrey where we cater. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 18 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Horley station, about 1.2 miles east. Hookwood is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations.
Anywhere in RH6, we can roast on site for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Campbell Close, Mistley Gardens and Kennel Lane; a shoot on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Nearby, we also cater shoots in Horley (1 mile north-east), Fernhill (2 miles east), Tinsley Green (2 miles south-east), Langley Green (3 miles south) and Shipley Bridge (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (12 miles north), Redhill (5 miles north), Ewell (13 miles north), Reigate (5 miles north), Caterham (9 miles north-east) and Dorking (7 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Crawley Museum (3.5 miles south) and Langley Green Hospital (2.6 miles south).
- Local schools include Oakwood School (1.5 miles east)
- Local pubs include Black Horse pub (under half a mile north-west)
About the food
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes to make it a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Soft rolls hold the pork, stuffing and apple sauce together, easy to eat standing up. Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
What a hog roast costs
The price comes down to:
- Distance from us
- Time on site
- The date and time of year
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
What we need to know
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- What the outdoor space is like
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- The address or postcode
- The date and time of the event
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or RH6 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Why choose film set catering in Hookwood?
It copes with schedule changes.
However big or small the event in Hookwood, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We are frequently asked to cater:
- Wrap parties
- Crew appreciation lunches
- Period drama shoots
- Countryside locations
Central London is about 23 miles from Hookwood.
What to look for in a quote
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- What the price includes, item by item
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Staffing on the day
How it works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we have agreed, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. In December, daylight in Hookwood ends around 3:55pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:20pm.
- You send the location, date and lunch call.
- We check the route and send a price.
- We agree our position at base with the location manager.
- We roast through the morning and carve fast when lunch is called.
- We pack up and leave the base tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Let us know about tight access
Ask for a quote
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
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For event organisers in Hookwood
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Marquee suppliers generally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. We will keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Nearby places to Hookwood
Other occasions in Hookwood
Questions from Hookwood
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Which station is closest to Hookwood?
The closest is Horley station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Numbers, menu and travel decide the price. Tell us your date and we’ll send a price.
Do you have alternatives?
Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option. Halal is not available.
How long does the roast need?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
Do you go to remote locations?
Generally, with good directions and access details. Let us know about the route.
What if it rains?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop us. Your crew will want somewhere dry to eat.
Do you bring plates?
Plates come as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we will add it to the quote.
Planning the cooking spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- A level area at base
- A contact in production
- Clearance from trucks, kit and trees
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards