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Hog Roast for Film Crews in Hurst Green, East Sussex
Looking for a hog roast for the crew in Hurst Green? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and carve when you’re ready to eat.
- Long shoot days
- Ad shoots
- Period locations
Film set catering in Hurst Green
Film set catering in Hurst Green, carved to order
There are options for crew who do not eat pork, and we provide allergen information for every dish. For long days on set and music video days, we will put together a menu of rotisserie chicken, spit-roast lamb and new potatoes.
Near Hurst Green, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. The hog is roasted on site at your shoot, slowly, over several hours.
- Area
- Hurst Green (TN19)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Extras
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Planning a shoot in Hurst Green
Hurst Green is about 11 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. We bring a hog roast for the crew to shoots anywhere in Hurst Green, as long as there’s an outdoor spot to cook. We cover all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex. We cater events right across the region, from Hurst Green to Brighton (about 29 miles away).
For crew arriving by train, Etchingham station is about 1.3 miles away. Central London is about 41 miles from Hurst Green, within easy reach for London-based crews. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Hurst Green, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations.
Anywhere in TN19, we can roast on site for your crew. Streets in the area include Station Road, London Road and Great Oak, and a shoot on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. We also bring hog roasts to shoots in Cooper's Corner (1 mile north), Burgh Hill (1 mile west), Silver Hill (1 mile south-east), Etchingham (2 miles south-west) and Flimwell (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (11 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), Crowborough (13 miles west), St Leonards (12 miles south) and Hastings Old Town (12 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Ticehurst House Hospital (3.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
- Nearby schools include Robertsbridge Community College (2.3 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Old Bull Inn (under half a mile east)
How the day works
We roast under cover, so a shower will not spoil the food. It is worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. Late-September shoots near Hurst Green lose the light at about 7:00pm, so plan lights for evening service.
- You send the location, date and lunch call.
- You get a check on access and a quote.
- We agree where we set up and when we arrive.
- We roast through the morning and carve fast when lunch is called.
- We pack away straight after service.
How to prepare
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Name a contact for the day
How to get a price
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
What we serve, dish by dish
Roast pork
Everything starts with the slow-roasted pork: carved thick or thin, as people like it, straight from the roaster.
Crackling
Long, slow roasting turns the skin into crackling, and there is a piece for everyone who wants it.
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to shop-bought sandwiches, hot food makes a difference on a long day. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Why book with us
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
See how we price and the cost guide.
Who books film set catering in Hurst Green?
It is hot, filling food after a long morning.
Whatever the occasion in Hurst Green, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We are frequently asked to cater:
- Lunch at base
- Commercials and music videos
- Wrap days
- Long shoot days
Historic houses near Hurst Green include Bateman's (4.4 miles south-west). Period locations like these typically keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Questions to ask before booking
- How dietary needs are handled
- The full menu and the sides
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
Nearby places to Hurst Green
What else we do in Hurst Green
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Rolls and stuffing normally contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Halal isn’t offered
We work to the location’s rules.
Add salads and potatoes for a full lunch.
Planning the cooking spot
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Shelter for crew
- Sign-off from the location
- A contact in production
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Spit-roast lamb
Planners, venues and businesses
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.
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
What affects the price in Hurst Green
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The number of people
- Season and day of the week
- Site access
- Plates or china
The main driver is numbers: bigger groups normally cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Your menu choices
- The address or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the shoot is and roughly how many. A picture of the cooking area helps. Use our quote form.
Your questions about a hog roast for the crew in Hurst Green
Do you cater at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is Hurst Green too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. Serving inside is frequently possible, with the venue’s agreement.
Is crockery included?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
How much will it be?
Each event is priced on its own, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Tell us about your shoot for a quote.
What should we sort out beforehand?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We’ll bring the rest.
Do we need to provide electricity?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
What about crew who do not eat pork?
Add lamb, chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan option. We do not offer halal meat.
- 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
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards