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Hog Roast for Film Crews in Keymer, West Sussex
From the hours of slow roasting to the last roll, a hog roast for the crew makes the food part of your shoot in Keymer.
- Ad shoots
- Crew thank-you days
- Long shoot days
Film set catering for Keymer
Keymer for film and TV crews
Keymer is about 2 miles south of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Shoots in Keymer are part of our patch. Keymer is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from Keymer to Brighton (6 miles away).
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Hassocks station, about 0.5 miles west. Keymer is within about a mile of the South Downs National Park, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations.
Here we cover the BN6 postcode area, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. Your shoot could be at a house on Flowers Close, The Quadrant and Kymer Gardens, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. We also bring hog roasts to shoots in Hassocks (1 mile west), Ditchling (1 mile east), Clayton (1 mile south-west), Hurst Wickham (1 mile north-west) and Westmeston (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Crawley (13 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (14 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (5 miles north), East Grinstead (15 miles north) and Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include The Dene Hospital (3.2 miles north-west) and Clayton Castle (1.2 miles south-west). The countryside around Keymer includes Ditchling Beacon and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Downlands Community School (within half a mile south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Greyhound Public House (less than half a mile south-east)
About our film set catering in Keymer
We need an outdoor spot at base, clear of vehicles and kit, agreed with the location manager. Whether it is period locations and extended shoot days, we will put together a menu of rotisserie chicken, new potatoes and halloumi skewers and more.
Shoots around Keymer often use houses, farms and lanes. Let us know about access. Everything is cooked on the day, at your venue, low and slow, for hours.
- Area
- Keymer (BN6)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Alongside
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why choose film set catering in Keymer?
A proper hot lunch keeps crews going.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast in Keymer. Here are some of the most popular:
- Crew thank-you days
- Historic house shoots
- Countryside locations
- End-of-shoot wraps
Keymer is roughly 40 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What your quote should include
- Plates, china and cutlery
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether VAT is included
- The menu, including sides and any extras
The process
We roast under cover, so a shower won’t spoil the food. It’s worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. Summer shoots near Keymer have light until about 9:20pm, which suits an evening wrap at base.
- Share the location details.
- We confirm where we set up.
- We cook at base.
- We serve rolls or plates quickly.
- We tidy up and go.
How to prepare
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
Get a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and alternatives
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Stuffing generally contains gluten
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Post allergen details at base
A cooked roast can wait.
China crockery is available on request.
What we serve, dish by dish
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.
Spit-roast lamb
Adding lamb gives people a choice of two roasts, which works well for larger groups.
What else we do in Keymer
Where the roaster can go in Keymer
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Things to check:
- Access agreed with locations
- Clearance from trucks, kit and trees
- Shelter for crew
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Spit-roast lamb
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with sandwiches from a shop, hot food makes a difference on a long day. Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Why book our hog roast in Keymer
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Read our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote depends on:
- How many people are eating
- Distance from us
- Season and day of the week
- Site access
Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. Slow roasting means we are on site for much of the day, which is built into the price.
What to tell us
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- Roughly how many people
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- What the outdoor space is like
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.
Keymer: your questions answered
Is Keymer close to London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. Serving indoors is generally fine if the venue is happy.
Who serves?
We carve and serve for you, and we clear up when service is finished.
What’s included?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Do you come to Keymer?
We do. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you’re not left with the mess.
How long does the roast need?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it is several hours. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Check early, and tell us what they ask for.
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors 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