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Film Set Catering for South Wimbledon
Film set catering in South Wimbledon: pork roasted slowly for hours at your venue, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Lunch at base
- Rural locations
- Long days on set
Planning an event in South Wimbledon?
The menu, dish by dish
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls or plates? Rolls are quicker; plates suit a sit-down meal, with gluten-free rolls on request.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Coleslaw is the natural partner for a pork roll, while salads and potatoes make a plated meal.
Film set catering for your shoot in South Wimbledon
Whatever the production, we fit around the call sheet. Typical bookings include period drama shoots and music video days, serving halloumi skewers, salads and new potatoes.
London locations around South Wimbledon can have tight access, so send us the route and restrictions. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
- Where
- South Wimbledon (SW19, SW20, SW17)
- Region
- Greater London
- Menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Alongside
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Crew catering near South Wimbledon
South Wimbledon is about 1 mile south-east of Wimbledon, in Greater London. Thinking about a hog roast for the crew in South Wimbledon? We cover the whole area. South Wimbledon is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 7 miles away.
For crew arriving by train, South Wimbledon has its own station, Wimbledon station.
This part of Greater London takes in SW19, SW20 and SW17, and we can cater your shoot anywhere in it. Whether your shoot is on Gap Road, Mina Road and York Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the roaster to you. Other places close to South Wimbledon we cover include Merton (1 mile south-east), Merton Abbey (1 mile south-east), Summerstown (1 mile north-east), Colliers Wood (1 mile east) and Tooting Bec (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (7 miles north-east), City of Westminster (7 miles north), Marylebone (7 miles north), Kensington (6 miles north), St Pancras (8 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (9 miles north-east).
A little further out are St Leonard's (2.9 miles east) and St George's Hospital (1 mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Battersea Park Lake and Merton Park Green Walks.
- Schools near South Wimbledon include Willington School (0.5 miles north-west) and Wimbledon High School (0.6 miles west)
- Local pubs include Wibbas Down Inn (under half a mile west)
Towns and villages near South Wimbledon
Also in South Wimbledon
Before you choose a spot
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, and a little planning goes a long way:
- Approval from locations
- A named contact at base
- A level spot at base for the roaster
As a London location, South Wimbledon 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 you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
What affects the price in South Wimbledon
Things that change the price:
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Site access
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
What to tell us
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- An estimate of numbers
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- Your date and serving time
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
Name a contact for the day, typically locations or the production office.
Sides make a proper lunch.
Why choose film set catering in South Wimbledon?
We bring everything we need.
In South Wimbledon and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Countryside locations
- Wrap parties
- Location days
- Base catering
Within reach of South Wimbledon are historic houses such as Southside House (1.6 miles west) and Fulham Palace (3.6 miles north). Historic houses are popular locations, and most keep cooking well away from the house, so plan the unit base with locations.
What your quote should include
- Who carves and who serves
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether travel is included
Organising for someone else?
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.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
Compared with ordering in, a hog roast at base is ready on the call. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book our hog roast in South Wimbledon
- Our staff serve and clear
- Planned to your running order
- An itemised quote
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
The process
We get there well ahead of service, because a whole hog takes hours to roast. Your crew will smell it long before they see it. Late-September shoots near South Wimbledon lose the light at about 7:05pm, so plan lights for evening service.
- You send the location, date and lunch call.
- We check the route and send a price.
- Our position and arrival are agreed in advance.
- When lunch is called, we carve and serve quickly.
- We pack away straight after service.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
How to get a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Your questions about a hog roast for the crew in South Wimbledon
Could you cook in Wandle Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Ask them first.
What’s the nearest station to South Wimbledon?
Wimbledon station, in South Wimbledon itself.
How do we prepare?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We’ll bring the rest.
Where do you set up on a shoot?
A level outdoor spot clear of trucks and kit, agreed with locations.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
Do you bring plates?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
When should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
What about locations off the beaten track?
Share the route to base and we’ll plan the journey.
- 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
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards