Isle of Wight · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in Princelett, Isle of Wight
Planning a hog roast for the crew in Princelett? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and carve when you are ready to eat.
- Long shoot days
- Wrap parties
- Base catering
Film set catering for Princelett
What affects the price in Princelett
We work out each quote from:
- Time on site
- Distance from us
- Crockery choices
- Site access
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Details that help
When you enquire, it helps to include:
- Rough numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- What the outdoor space is like
When you are weighing up caterers, check what each quote actually includes. We spell it out in ours. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Film set catering in Princelett, carved to order
The roaster cooks outdoors under cover, away from equipment and trucks, agreed with the location manager. Typical bookings include wrap parties and milestone days on set, serving salads, new potatoes and a vegan option.
For a shoot in a place like Princelett, tracks and soft ground need checking. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
- Area
- Princelett (PO36)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- From the roaster
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Extras
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Who books film set catering in Princelett?
A slow roast can wait a little.
We’re regularly asked to cater all sorts of events around Princelett, including:
- Rural locations
- Lunch at base
- Long shoot days
- Ad shoots
Among the historic houses close to Princelett are Haseley Manor (1.8 miles north-west) and Rylstone Manor (1.9 miles south-east). Period locations like these usually keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early.
What to look for in a quote
- The full menu and the sides
- What crockery is supplied
- The space, cover and access they need
- Any travel or access charges
Princelett for film and TV crews
Princelett is about 5 miles south-east of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. From village halls to gardens and fields, shoots around Princelett suit a hog roast. Princelett is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Princelett to Southampton (about 21 miles away).
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Shanklin station is about 1.4 miles away. With the sea within about 3 miles, coastal shoots need a sheltered base, so plan where crew will eat.
We cover shoots in every part of PO36. Neighbouring places where we cater shoots include Apse Heath (1 mile north-east), Branstone (1 mile north), Winford (1 mile north-east), Whiteley Bank (1 mile south-west) and Hale Common (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (5 miles north-west), Ryde (6 miles north), Cowes (9 miles north-west), Ventnor (3 miles south), East Cowes (8 miles north-west) and Oakfield (6 miles north-east). Some remote sites need extra planning, so ask early about your shoot.
Well-known places in the area include Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (1.4 miles south-east) and South Wight (3 miles south). Open spaces near Princelett include Alverstone Mead and Stenbury Down.
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- A route for our vehicle
- Flat ground at the unit base
- Somewhere for crew to eat if it rains
For somewhere as remote as Princelett, early notice helps us plan the trip.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Spit-roast lamb
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
Why choose a hog roast in Princelett?
A hog roast can be a special day alongside regular catering, for a wrap or a milestone. Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Why us?
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Planned to your running order
Read our prices page and what a hog roast costs.
Planning for dietary needs
Some crew will not eat pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Post allergen details at base
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
When lunch is called, we carve fast.
Add salads and potatoes for a full lunch.
About the food
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, so halloumi and vegetable skewers ensure they’re not left with just salad.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Crunchy coleslaw suits roast pork, while salads and potatoes make a plated meal.
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The process
Expect a calm, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we’ve agreed, and get on with roasting and serving. By late September, sunset near Princelett is about 7:10pm, so a late wrap needs lighting at base.
- 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 serve when lunch is called.
- We pack away straight after.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
How to get a price
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
FAQs for Princelett
Is Princelett too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you roast near the sea around Princelett?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Hours rather than minutes. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
Can you cater in Princelett?
We do. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, for confident cooks. We will explain the details with your quote.
Where does the hog roast go?
A flat, open spot outside, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A picture helps.
Can you serve at our lunch call?
We work to your schedule, holding the roast if lunch moves.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards