Buckinghamshire · England
Film Set Catering for Lower North Dean
We bring a hog roast for the crew to Lower North Dean and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Wrap days
- Location days
- Milestone days on set
A hog roast near Lower North Dean
Where the roaster can go in Lower North Dean
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Things to check:
- Approval from locations
- Flat ground at the unit base
- Shelter for crew
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Lower North Dean
- Spit-roast lamb
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Film set catering in Lower North Dean, carved to order
We work with location managers and production offices on where we set up and when. Whether it’s farm and estate locations and historic house shoots, we can cook new potatoes, halloumi skewers and a vegan option for your crew.
Near Lower North Dean, check tracks and ground with locations before the day. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Lower North Dean (HP14)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- From the roaster
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Also available
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
How the day works
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. Early starts matter for a hog roast at base, and in December Lower North Dean is dark by about 3:55pm.
- You send the location, date and lunch call.
- We check the route and send a price.
- Our position and arrival are agreed in advance.
- We carve to order the moment lunch is called.
- Afterwards we clear our spot at base.
Preparing for the day
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Get a quote
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your shoot for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
For planners, venues and organisers
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
If you’re a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
Towns and villages near Lower North Dean
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Questions from Lower North Dean
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Do you come out to small places like Lower North Dean?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can you cater in Lower North Dean?
Yes, Lower North Dean is in our area. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
What paperwork do you provide?
Every production is different; share your list and we will respond.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we’ll check.
Can we just hire the roaster?
DIY machine hire is available. We’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Do you go to remote locations?
Send the location and access notes and we will confirm.
The menu, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we will bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, a hot, filling option of their own.
What affects the price in Lower North Dean
The price comes down to:
- Whether you want china
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- The date and time of year
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Details that help
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- Rough numbers
- Allergies we should know about
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
Send us the date, the address or HP14 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
Events we cater in Lower North Dean
A slow roast can wait a little.
Whatever the occasion in Lower North Dean, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. Bookings frequently include:
- Long shoot days
- Location shoots
- Crew appreciation lunches
- Wrap days
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Saunderton station, about 2.5 miles west, is the nearest station.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Whether travel is included
- Whether plates or china are included
Planning for dietary needs
Rolls and stuffing generally contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Halal is not offered
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Share the allergen list with the crew
When lunch is called, we carve fast.
A second meat widens the menu.
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to grilling to order, carving is quicker for big numbers. The main driver is numbers: the price per head generally falls as numbers rise, since much of the cost is fixed.
Why book our hog roast in Lower North Dean
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Served at the time you choose
- Carved by our chef in front of your crew
Read how we price and our hog roast cost guide.
Lower North Dean for film and TV crews
Lower North Dean is about 3 miles north of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. We cater shoots across Lower North Dean and nearby, from gardens to fields. We cover 263 places across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Lower North Dean to Reading (about 18 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Hughenden Manor (1.8 miles south) and West Wycombe Park House (2.9 miles south-west). Period locations like these typically keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early. Lower North Dean is about 31 miles from central London. Lower North Dean is within about 4 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about cooking and vehicles.
This part of Buckinghamshire takes in HP14. Close by, we cover shoots in Upper North Dean (1 mile north-west), Naphill (1 mile south-west), Hughenden Valley (1 mile south-east), Bryant's Bottom (1 mile north) and Walter's Ash (1 mile west). We also serve nearby towns such as Aylesbury (10 miles north), High Wycombe (3 miles south), Chesham (7 miles east), Marlow (7 miles south), Amersham (7 miles east) and Beaconsfield (7 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Eden (3.3 miles south) and Chiltern Hospital (3.3 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Prestwood Local Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Pipers Corner School (1 mile south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Harrow pub (0.6 miles south-east)
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards