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Hog Roast for Film Crews in Russell Hill, Greater London
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Russell Hill and the surrounding area.
- Crew appreciation lunches
- Lunch at base
- Long days on set
Book a hog roast in Russell Hill
How our film set catering works in Russell Hill
There are options for crew who do not eat pork, and we provide allergen information for every dish. Typical bookings include ad shoots and milestone days on set, serving hog roast rolls, salads and a vegan option.
In Russell Hill, unit bases are frequently in car parks or yards. The location manager will agree where we set up. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Russell Hill (SM6, CR8, CR0)
- Region
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Hog roast rolls, stuffing, apple sauce, crackling
- Extras
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Share the allergen list with the crew
We pack away straight after service.
Wrap parties can run into the evening.
Before you choose a spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- One contact for the day
- Vehicle access to base
- A covered eating area
As a London location, Russell Hill is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access takes planning: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
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The process
We arrive hours before you want to eat, since slow roasting can’t be rushed. The smell normally brings people over long before we carve. Late-September shoots near Russell Hill lose the light at about 7:05pm, so a late wrap needs lighting at base.
- Share the location details.
- We confirm where we set up.
- We roast under cover at base.
- Service is quick.
- We leave base tidy.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Russell Hill for film and TV crews
Russell Hill is about 1 mile north of Purley, in Greater London. We cater shoots at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Russell Hill and the surrounding area. We bring hog roasts to 764 places in Greater London. We cater events right across the region, from Russell Hill to London (about 10 miles away).
For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Waddon station, roughly 1 mile north of the centre.
We cover shoots in every part of SM6, CR8 and CR0. From Link Lane, Hawker Road and Redwing Road or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Neighbouring places where we cater shoots include Roundshaw (1 mile west), Peaks Hill (1 mile south), Bandonhill (1 mile north), Waddon (1 mile north-east) and Purley (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover London (10 miles north), City of Westminster (11 miles north), Marylebone (11 miles north), Kensington (11 miles north), St Pancras (12 miles north) and Shoreditch (12 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include County Borough of Croydon (1.8 miles north-east) and Croydon Airport Visitor Centre (under half a mile north-east). Within reach you will find Roundshaw Downs and Duppas Hill.
- Local schools include Wilson's School (within half a mile north) and The John Fisher School (0.6 miles south-west)
For event organisers in Russell Hill
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
For workplace bookings, ask your facilities team about outside caterers and gas cooking. We will fit in with site rules.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
Each price is built from:
- The journey to the venue
- Menu choices and extras
- Crockery choices
- Time on site
Numbers make the biggest difference: the price per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, please mention:
- The address or postcode
- An estimate of numbers
- Any venue rules
- Dietary requirements
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: use our quote form.
What we serve, dish by dish
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
Spit-roast lamb
With lamb as well, there are two roasts to choose from, which works well for larger groups.
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
Compared with a barbecue, carving is quicker for big numbers. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why us?
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Timed around your day
- Sides to make it a full meal
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Common questions in Russell Hill
Could you cook in Duppas Hill?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What if our house in Russell Hill has no side access?
It depends on access: a rear gate or yard usually works. Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Can you work to the call sheet?
Yes. Tell us the lunch time and a contact on the day, and we will adjust where we can.
Do you go to remote locations?
We can, given access details. Let us know about the route.
What about crew who do not eat pork?
We can add chicken, lamb or vegetarian options.
What space does the roaster need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We will check it with you before booking.
What do you need from us on the day?
Only the space and a contact number. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
Can we just hire the roaster?
DIY machine hire is available. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Who books film set catering in Russell Hill?
We’re self-contained at base.
In Russell Hill and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Base catering
- Long shoot days
- Historic house shoots
- Shoots on location
Among the historic houses close to Russell Hill are Addington Palace (3.7 miles east) and Nonsuch Mansion (4.4 miles west). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether travel is included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Staffing on the day
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards