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Hog Roast for Film Crews in Marston, Oxfordshire
Plenty of choice: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, with salads and potatoes on the side. Book a hog roast for the crew in Marston.
- Historic house shoots
- Countryside locations
- Wrap days
Film set catering in Marston
Crew catering near Marston
Marston is about 2 miles north of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We cater shoots at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Marston and the surrounding area. We cater all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire.
Marston is roughly 53 miles from central London. For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Oxford station, roughly 2.2 miles south-west of the centre.
Shoots anywhere in OX3 and OX2 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and a serving time. We can cater a shoot on streets such as Back Lane, Mill Lane and Butts Lane or the roads around them, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the roaster. Other places close to Marston we cover include Northway (1 mile south-east), New Marston (1 mile south), Norham Manor (1 mile south-west), Summertown (1 mile west) and North Oxford (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Didcot (12 miles south), Bicester (9 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles south), Witney (11 miles west), Carterton (15 miles west) and Thame (12 miles east).
A little further out are Pitt Rivers Museum (1.5 miles south-west) and Oxford Castle (2.1 miles south-west). Open spaces near Marston include Headington Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
- Local schools include Swan School (within half a mile south-west) and Oxford Academy (1.1 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include Victoria Arms (0.5 miles west)
- Other local spots include St Hugh's College Main Building Including Library (1.3 miles south-west)
Film set catering in Marston, slow-roasted on site
We need an outdoor spot at base, clear of vehicles and kit, in a position locations are happy with. Popular choices include new potatoes, hog roast rolls and salads, and we are frequently booked for lunch at base and crew appreciation lunches.
Near Marston, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so hot food at base is a big help. The hog is roasted on site at your shoot, slowly, over several hours, then carved fresh for your crew.
- Area
- Marston (OX3, OX2)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Alongside
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What a hog roast costs
Your quote depends on:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Numbers
- Crockery choices
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. A long, slow roast means an early start, and the quote reflects that.
What we need to know
When you enquire, please mention:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- An estimate of numbers
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or OX3 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
The menu, dish by dish
Crackling
Good crackling needs time and heat, and a whole hog roasted slowly gets it just right.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes turn rolls into a full meal.
How it works
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can get on with your shoot in Marston. Because the roast starts early, and winter daylight in Marston ends around 3:55pm, so we may set up under lights.
- We start with the location, call times and numbers.
- You get a check on access and a quote.
- We agree our position at base with the location manager.
- We carve to order the moment lunch is called.
- Afterwards we clear our spot at base.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
How to get a price
Every shoot is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your shoot for a quote: use our quote form.
Planning help
Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and tell us what they ask for.
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We will fit in with site rules.
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Halal isn’t offered
- Label the alternatives clearly
When lunch is called, we carve fast.
Ask about china, quoted separately.
FAQs for Marston
Do you come out to small places like Marston?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Marston?
Oxford station, about 2.2 miles south-west of the centre.
Do you work to set times?
We work to your schedule, holding the roast if lunch moves.
What happens in bad weather?
We roast under cover, so the food is not affected. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. The food can be carried in and served indoors where the venue allows.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
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 bring everything else.
Space, access and the venue
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Things to check:
- Away from vehicles and equipment
- Somewhere for crew to eat if it rains
- A route for our vehicle
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
Next to deliveries, a hog roast at base is ready on the call. The main driver is numbers: the price per head normally falls as numbers rise, since much of the cost is fixed.
Why us?
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Planned to your running order
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Who books film set catering in Marston?
A slow roast can wait a little.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Marston and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Shoots on location
- Commercials and music videos
- Milestone days on set
- Historic house shoots
Historic houses near Marston include Holywell Manor, Oxford (1.5 miles south). Historic houses are popular locations, and most keep cooking well away from the house, so plan the unit base with locations.
What to look for in a quote
- Plates, china and cutlery
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Whether VAT is included
Also near Marston
Also in Marston
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards