Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering for Rockford
Looking for a hog roast for the crew in Rockford? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and carve when you are ready to eat.
- Crew thank-you days
- Countryside locations
- Period drama shoots
Planning an event in Rockford?
Planning for dietary needs
Some crew will not eat pork, so it is worth adding an alternative. A few pointers:
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
Name a contact for the day.
Sides make a proper lunch.
About our film set catering in Rockford
Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option cover most crews, and we provide allergen information for every dish. Typical bookings include base catering and extended shoot days, with spit-roast lamb, new potatoes and a vegan option.
Near Rockford, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so hot food at base is a big help. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
Why choose a hog roast in Rockford?
Next to a full location catering unit, a hog roast suits single days and smaller crews. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why us?
- Planned to your running order
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
Read how we price or what a hog roast costs.
Working with your venue
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Marquee hire companies frequently have rules about cooking near their tents, so let them know about the roaster. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
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How the day works
Serving is straightforward: our chef carves and our staff fill the rolls or plates, and sides go out at the same time. When everyone has eaten, we clear up and leave the spot tidy. Because the roast starts early, and in December Rockford is dark by about 4:05pm.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- We check access to base and quote.
- Our position and arrival are agreed in advance.
- We roast through the morning and carve fast when lunch is called.
- Afterwards we clear our spot at base.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Make sure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
Get a quote
The quickest way to get a price is to send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Rockford for film and TV crews
Rockford is in Hampshire. Rockford is well within our area for shoots. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 17 miles away.
Rockford is within about 5 miles of the New Forest National Park, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about cooking and vehicles.
We cater shoots across BH24 and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Rockford, we also cover Highwood (1 mile south-east), Blashford (1 mile south-west), Ibsley (1 mile north-west), Mockbeggar (1 mile north) and Ellingham (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Totton (12 miles east), Lymington (13 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles north-east), New Milton (10 miles south-east), Barton on Sea (10 miles south-east) and Marchwood (14 miles east).
A little further out are St Leonard's Hospital (5.4 miles south-west) and Fordingbridge Doll Museum (3.7 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
- Local schools include Ringwood School Academy (1.9 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find Alice Lisle Inn (within half a mile south-west)
What affects the price in Rockford
The price comes down to:
- Access to the cooking area
- The journey to the venue
- How long the roast and service take
- The number of people
What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. Slow roasting means we’re on site for much of the day, and the quote reflects that.
What we need to know
To get the best quote, send us:
- A photo of the cooking area
- The venue or postcode
- Allergies we should know about
- Rules from the venue or landowner
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
Rockford questions
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you come out to small places like Rockford?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do we need our own staff?
No need for your own staff: our chef carves and our team serves and clears.
How far ahead should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we’ll check.
Do you need power or water?
The roaster runs on gas, so we don’t need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Where do you set up on a shoot?
A level outdoor spot clear of trucks and kit, agreed with locations.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We will confirm what comes with it and how to use it.
Can you do gluten-free?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. You will get allergen details for everything.
What the cooking area needs
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Flat ground at the unit base
- Approval from locations
- A named contact at base
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Rockford
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
What comes off the roaster
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Coleslaw is the natural partner for a pork roll, and salads and new potatoes work well on a plate.
Why choose film set catering in Rockford?
Alternatives cover everyone.
We are regularly asked to cater a wide mix of occasions near Rockford, including:
- Rural locations
- Wrap parties
- Crew appreciation lunches
- Location shoots
Comparing caterers
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards