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Hog Roast for Film Crews in North Heath, West Sussex
Film set catering in North Heath: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Location shoots
- Countryside locations
- Long days on set
Film set catering for North Heath
How our film set catering works in North Heath
Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option cover most crews, and we provide allergen information for every dish. Typical bookings include period drama shoots and long shoot days, with halloumi skewers, rotisserie chicken and salads.
Near North Heath, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so hot food at base is a big help. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish before you book.
- Where
- North Heath (RH20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the roaster
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Alongside
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
What happens on the day
We cook on a gas-fired roaster, so cooking does not depend on mains power. By late September, sunset near North Heath is about 7:05pm, so plan lights for evening service.
- Send us the location, dates and lunch time.
- We check access to base and quote.
- The roast starts early.
- We carve fast on the lunch call.
- We clear our spot.
Getting ready for the day
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
How to get a price
If you’re comparing hog roast caterers for North Heath, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Who books film set catering in North Heath?
A proper hot lunch keeps crews going.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Here are some of the most popular:
- Long shoot days
- Wrap parties
- Commercials and music videos
- Lunch at base
North Heath is roughly 39 miles from central London.
Comparing caterers
- Travel and any London charges
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Whether plates or china are included
- How many staff will carve and serve
North Heath questions
Is North Heath too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
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 will work to whatever the site needs.
Is there a non-pork option?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. Halal meat isn’t something we offer.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Within reason, we can. Give us a contact on the day and we’ll fit around changes.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
What’s included?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Can you get to rural locations?
Share the route to base and we will confirm.
Do you do wrap parties?
We do, with lamb or chicken if you like.
Also near North Heath
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Location catering around North Heath
North Heath is about 9 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We bring a hog roast for the crew to shoots anywhere in North Heath, as long as there is an outdoor spot to cook. North Heath is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from North Heath to Brighton (18 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, Pulborough station, about 2.4 miles south-west, is the nearest station. Among the historic houses close to North Heath are Old Place Manor (2.1 miles south-west) and Parham House (4.5 miles south). Period locations like these typically keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early. North Heath is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about cooking and vehicles.
For shoots in RH20, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and roughly how many crew. From Gay Street Lane and Stane Street or a nearby road, we will bring the roaster to you. Close by, we cover shoots in Gay Street (1 mile south-east), Adversane (1 mile north), Codmore Hill (1 mile south-west), Broomershill (1 mile south) and Nutbourne (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Crawley (15 miles north-east), Horsham (9 miles north-east), Worthing (11 miles south), Burgess Hill (15 miles east), Littlehampton (12 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-east).
Green spaces nearby include The Mens.
What affects the price in North Heath
Your quote depends on:
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Numbers
- Distance from us
- How long the roast and service take
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
What to tell us
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- Rough numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your shoot for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning the cooking spot
It’s worth planning the cooking area in advance. We look for:
- Away from vehicles and equipment
- A covered eating area
- Approval from locations
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
From the roaster
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with a barbecue, one roast serves everyone together. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
What you get with us
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Timed around your day
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
Take a look at our prices page and our hog roast cost guide.
What we serve, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg, in a roll or on a plate.
Spit-roast lamb
Lamb on the spit roasts gently for hours, and it is carved the same way.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Tell us who does not eat pork
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
When lunch is called, we carve fast.
Sides make a proper lunch.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards