Greater London · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in Plaistow, Greater London
Plenty of choice: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, with salads and potatoes on the side. Book a hog roast for the crew in Plaistow.
- Crew thank-you days
- Period drama shoots
- Long days on set
Slow-roasted pork in Plaistow
Plaistow for film and TV crews
Plaistow is about 5 miles east of London, in Greater London. We are happy to travel to Plaistow for shoots. Plaistow is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cater.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: West Ham station, about 0.9 miles west, is the nearest station. With the A1011 nearby, Plaistow is easy for us and the trucks to reach.
For shoots in E13, E16 and E6, we just need to know where the roaster can cook. Local streets include Eve Road, Ivy Road and May Road; a shoot on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Plaistow is on the A1011, so it is easy for us to reach with the equipment. Nearby, we also cater shoots in Greengate (1 mile north-east), Canning Town (1 mile south), Upton Park (1 mile north-east), West Ham (1 mile north-west) and Upton (1 mile north). We also serve nearby towns such as London (5 miles west), City of Westminster (8 miles west), Marylebone (7 miles west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles west) and Shoreditch (4 miles west).
A little further out are Greenwich Castle (3.4 miles south) and Stratford Centre (1.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Plaistow includes Old Ford Island and Hollow Pond.
- Nearby schools include Newham Sixth Form College (less than half a mile south-east) and The Service for Deaf and Partially Hearing Children (less than half a mile east)
- Pubs nearby include The Earl Of Derby Public House (under half a mile north-west)
- Other local spots include East Ham (1.4 miles north-east)
Film set catering in Plaistow, carved to order
Rural and period locations near Plaistow can be miles from anywhere to eat, so a hog roast at base keeps the crew fed. Typical bookings include unit base lunches and music video days, with a vegan option, halloumi skewers and spit-roast lamb.
London locations around Plaistow can have tight access, so tell us the route and any restrictions. Everything is cooked on the day, at your venue, slowly, over several hours.
- Area
- Plaistow (E13, E16, E6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Also available
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with sandwiches from a shop, hot food makes a difference on a long day. A hog roast is frequently 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.
What you get with us
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Planned to your running order
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Occasions we serve in Plaistow
There are options for non-pork eaters.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast in Plaistow. Here are some of the most popular:
- Historic house shoots
- Milestone days on set
- Location days
- Wrap parties
Within reach of Plaistow are historic houses such as Queen's House (3.2 miles south) and Eastbury Manor House (3.3 miles east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most keep cooking well away from the house, so plan the unit base with locations.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- Whether plates or china are included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Crockery choices
- How many people are eating
- Access to the cooking area
- Time on site
Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Getting an accurate quote
These are the details we need:
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Roughly how many people
- The address or postcode
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- The location manager’s agreement
- A covered eating area
- A route for our vehicle
Plaistow is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access can be tight: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
Towns and villages near Plaistow
Other occasions in Plaistow
What we serve, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
Crackling
Crackling is what people queue for: golden, crunchy and salty.
What happens on the day
We get there well ahead of service, since slow roasting can’t be rushed. Your crew will smell it long before they see it. Early starts matter for a hog roast at base, and winter daylight in Plaistow ends around 3:55pm, so we may set up under lights.
- We start with the location, call times and numbers.
- We check the route and send a price.
- 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
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Name a contact for the day
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to get a price is to send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of the cooking area helps. Send us your details through our quote form.
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For planners, venues and organisers
Event organisers frequently ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we will tell you what we can send.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Looking after everyone
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
We follow location rules on vehicles and timings.
Add salads and potatoes for a full lunch.
Plaistow: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Plaistow?
West Ham station, about 0.9 miles west of the centre.
Can you do a hog roast in Keir Hardie Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you work around our timings?
We will be as flexible as we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will adjust.
How big a hog will we need?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so a good estimate matters. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
What happens after service?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
Can you roast in the rain?
Rain does not stop the cooking. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
Do we need our own staff?
You do not need anyone else: our chef carves and our team serves and clears.
When should we book?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards