Hampshire · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in Rotherwick, Hampshire
Treat your crew to slow-roasted pork and crackling at your shoot in Rotherwick. We roast on site, carve to order and serve it hot.
- Period drama shoots
- Ad shoots
- Base catering
Slow-roasted pork in Rotherwick
What comes off the roaster
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we will bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg, in a roll or on a plate.
Film set catering in Rotherwick, slow-roasted on site
Rural and period locations near Rotherwick can be miles from anywhere to eat, so hot food at base matters. Popular choices include hog roast rolls, a vegan option and halloumi skewers, and typical bookings are for rural locations and base catering.
Rural locations near Rotherwick can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. We bring the roaster, the cover and everything we need to cook and serve, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
The process
A hog roast is always cooked outside, under a gazebo on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We will agree the spot with you beforehand. Summer shoots near Rotherwick have light until about 9:25pm, which suits an evening wrap at base.
- Production sends us the location and call times.
- We confirm access and send a price.
- We set up at base and roast through the morning.
- We carve fast on the lunch call.
- We clear our spot.
Before we arrive
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Get a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Where the roaster can go in Rotherwick
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Ideally:
- Shelter for crew
- A route for our vehicle
- The location manager’s agreement
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the roaster
- Spit-roast lamb
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- New potatoes
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
Compared with a barbecue, carving is quicker for big numbers. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
Why book with us
- Timed around your day
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Our staff serve and clear
See our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
Occasions we serve in Rotherwick
We’re self-contained at base.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Rotherwick:
- Base catering
- Milestone days on set
- Wrap parties
- Location shoots
Rotherwick is roughly 40 miles from central London.
Comparing caterers
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- Whether travel is included
- Whether VAT is included
Rotherwick questions
Is Rotherwick too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What’s the nearest station to Rotherwick?
Hook station, about 1.8 miles south of the centre.
Can we just hire the roaster?
DIY machine hire is available. We’ll confirm what comes with it and how to use it.
What about locations off the beaten track?
Usually, with good directions and access details. Let us know about the route.
What if it rains?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain isn’t a problem for the roast. Somewhere covered for people to eat helps.
Do you come to Rotherwick?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Rotherwick and the rest of Hampshire included. Send us the address for a quote.
Can you work to the call sheet?
We work to your schedule, holding the roast if lunch moves.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Location catering around Rotherwick
Rotherwick is about 6 miles west of Fleet, in Hampshire. We are happy to travel to Rotherwick for shoots. Rotherwick is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Rotherwick to Reading (10 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, Hook station, about 1.8 miles south, is the nearest station. Nearby historic houses include Stratfield Saye House (3.2 miles north). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
This part of Hampshire takes in RG27, and we can cater your shoot anywhere in it. Streets in the area include The Street, Wedman's Lane and Hook Road, and a shoot on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Other places close to Rotherwick we cover include Lyde Green (1 mile north-west), Mattingley (1 mile north-east), Hound Green (2 miles north-east), Hazeley (2 miles north-east) and Heckfield (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (6 miles south-west), Farnborough (9 miles east), Fleet (6 miles east), Aldershot (10 miles south-east), Alton (11 miles south) and Yateley (6 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include West Green House Agricultural Museum (1.8 miles east) and Fleet Community Hospital (5.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Dogmersfield Lake and The Mill Field.
- Pubs nearby include Coach And Horses Public House (less than half a mile south-west)
Also near Rotherwick
What else we do in Rotherwick
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Count crew needing an alternative
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Share the allergen list with the crew
We clear our spot after lunch.
Sides make a proper lunch.
For event organisers in Rotherwick
Event organisers frequently ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
Things that change the price:
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Season and day of the week
- How long the roast and service take
- Numbers
What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. A long, slow roast means an early start, which is built into the price.
Getting an accurate quote
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- Dietary requirements
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Where the event is
- The date and when you’d like to eat
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the shoot is and roughly how many. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. 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
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards