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Film Set Catering for Patching
We bring a hog roast for the crew to Patching and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Music video days
- Wrap days
- Period locations
Book a hog roast in Patching
Patching for film and TV crews
Patching is about 3 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. From village halls to gardens and fields, shoots around Patching suit a hog roast. We bring hog roasts to all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Patching to Brighton (14 miles away).
Historic houses near Patching include Ecclesden Manor (1.5 miles south-west). Period locations like these typically keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early. Patching is roughly 48 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Patching, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations. The coast is within about 5 miles of Patching, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will eat.
For shoots in BN13, we just need to know where the roaster can cook. Whether your shoot is on The Street and Coldharbour Lane or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Nearby, we also cater shoots in Clapham (1 mile south-east), Hammerpot (2 miles west), Cote (2 miles east), Angmering (2 miles south-west) and Hangleton (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Worthing (3 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles west), Chichester (14 miles west), Littlehampton (4 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles east) and Lancing (6 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Museum of Sussex Folklore (3.1 miles south-east) and Old Castle (3.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Patching include WWT Arundel and Highdown Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Angmering School (2.2 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Fox pub (0.8 miles south-west)
Film set catering in Patching, slow-roasted on site
Whatever the production, we fit around the call sheet. Typical bookings include extended shoot days and commercials and music videos, serving spit-roast lamb, hog roast rolls and salads.
Near Patching, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so hot food at base is a big help. We plan the timings around your day, because the roast has to start hours before you eat.
- Location
- Patching (BN13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Also available
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We roast under cover, so a shower won’t spoil the food. Your crew will still want somewhere dry to eat, such as a marquee, hall or barn. On a winter shoot near Patching, the light goes by about 4:00pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:20pm.
- Production sends us the location and call times.
- We check access to base and quote.
- We set up at base and roast through the morning.
- We carve fast on the lunch call.
- We pack away straight after.
Before we arrive
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
Get a quote
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
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What affects the price in Patching
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Access to the cooking area
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Travel to Patching
- Crockery choices
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What we need to know
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- Where the event is
- Rough numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies we should know about
Every shoot is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your shoot: fill in our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Count crew needing an alternative
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Share the allergen list with the crew
We serve quickly on the call.
For an evening wrap.
For event organisers in Patching
If you are a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
What else we do in Patching
A hog roast or other catering?
Next to shop-bought sandwiches, a hot hog roast keeps morale up. A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Why Patching hosts choose us
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Planned to your running order
See our pricing and the cost guide.
Occasions we serve in Patching
It copes with schedule changes.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Patching:
- Music video days
- Milestone days on set
- Period locations
- Rural locations
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Goring-By-Sea station, about 2.3 miles south-east, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- What crockery is supplied
- The full menu and the sides
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- One contact for the day
- Vehicle access to base
- Somewhere for crew to eat if it rains
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Patching
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
A closer look at the menu
Crackling
Good crackling needs time and heat, which is exactly what a slow hog roast gives it.
Rotisserie chicken
Golden rotisserie chicken goes into rolls or onto plates.
FAQs for Patching
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Is Patching close to London?
About 48 miles from central London.
How much room do you need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A picture helps.
When do you start roasting?
A whole hog roasts for several hours, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We work back from your serving time.
What if things run late?
We’ll be as flexible as we can. Give us a contact on the day and we’ll adjust.
What happens after service?
We pack everything away after service, and we take our equipment with us.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. We can often serve indoors if the venue agrees.
Do you work to set times?
Yes. Tell us the lunch time and a contact on the day, and we’ll adjust where we can.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards