Oxfordshire · England
Film Set Catering for Idbury
Film set catering in Idbury: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Long days on set
- Rural locations
Planning an event in Idbury?
Film set catering for your shoot in Idbury
Crews in Idbury work long days, and lunch needs to be hot and on time. A hog roast works well at base: it roasts through the morning and is carved fast when lunch is called. Whether it is long shoot days and wrap days, we will put together a menu of hog roast rolls, halloumi skewers and new potatoes.
Near Idbury, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. The carving happens right in front of your crew, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp.
- Where
- Idbury (OX7)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Idbury for film and TV crews
Idbury is about 8 miles north of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Idbury. Idbury is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Idbury to Oxford (20 miles away).
For shoots in OX7, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. Neighbouring places where we cater shoots include Fifield (1 mile south), Foscot (2 miles north-east), Milton-under-Wychwood (2 miles south-east), Fulbrook (5 miles south) and Little Barrington (5 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Witney (10 miles south-east), Carterton (8 miles south), Chipping Norton (6 miles north-east), Woodstock (14 miles east), Cogges (10 miles south-east) and Eynsham (14 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Moore Cottage Hospital (4.2 miles west).
- Nearby, you’ll find Merrymouth Inn (0.9 miles south)
Planning the cooking spot
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Things to check:
- Access agreed with locations
- Away from vehicles and equipment
- A named contact at base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Spit-roast lamb
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. Other tips:
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Post allergen details at base
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
We work to the location’s rules.
China crockery is available on request.
Questions from Idbury
Which station is closest to Idbury?
The closest is Kingham station, roughly 2.1 miles away.
Is Idbury 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.
Can we just hire the roaster?
DIY machine hire is available. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Can you cater our wrap?
Yes, a hog roast suits a relaxed wrap party, with lamb or chicken if you like.
Can you cater for vegans on set?
We can add chicken, lamb or vegetarian options.
Do you need much space at base?
Not much: a level area at base, agreed with locations.
How big a hog will we need?
We size the roast to your numbers, so a good estimate matters. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
What happens in bad weather?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Your crew will want somewhere dry to eat.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with a full location caterer, a hog roast suits single days and smaller crews. UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. We quote every event individually, with everything listed.
Why book with us
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Our staff serve and clear
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
See our pricing or the cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, so halloumi and vegetable skewers make sure they’re not left with just salad.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we’ll plan the vegan burgers or sausages.
Who books film set catering in Idbury?
There are options for non-pork eaters.
Whatever the occasion in Idbury, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We are frequently asked to cater:
- Long days on set
- Base catering
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Period locations
For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Kingham station, roughly 2.1 miles north-east of the centre.
What your quote should include
- Who carves and who serves
- What crockery is supplied
- What the price includes, item by item
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
Organising for someone else?
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
What a hog roast costs
The biggest factors are:
- Plates or china
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- How many people are eating
- Menu choices and extras
Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
What to tell us
To get the best quote, send us:
- The address or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- What the outdoor space is like
- The date and time of the event
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: fill in our quote form.
Step by step
The roaster is gas-fired, so cooking doesn’t depend on mains power; a nearby socket helps with lights if service runs into the evening. On a winter shoot near Idbury, the light goes by about 3:55pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:30pm.
- Send us the location, dates and lunch time.
- We check access to base and quote.
- We set up at base and roast through the morning.
- We serve when lunch is called.
- We clear our spot.
Before we arrive
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or OX7 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Send us your details through our quote form.
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- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards