Surrey · England
Film Set Catering for Tattenham Corner
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Tattenham Corner and the surrounding area.
- Commercials and music videos
- Extended shoot days
- Base catering
Book a hog roast in Tattenham Corner
Film set catering in Tattenham Corner, carved to order
There are options for crew who don’t eat pork, with allergen details for everything. Typical bookings include unit base lunches and commercials and music videos, serving spit-roast lamb, new potatoes and a vegan option.
Near Tattenham Corner, check tracks and ground with locations before the day. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish before booking.
Shooting in Tattenham Corner: unit bases and access
Tattenham Corner is about 2 miles south-east of Epsom, in Surrey. We take a hog roast for the crew to gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Tattenham Corner and the surrounding area. We cater all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 15 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Fitznells Manor (3 miles north) and Nonsuch Mansion (3.5 miles north). Period locations like these generally keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early. Crew coming by rail can use the station: Tattenham Corner has its own station, Tattenham Corner station. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Tattenham Corner, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations.
For shoots in KT18, KT20 and KT17, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. Local streets include Old London Road, Epsom Lane North and Azor Place; a shoot on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Other places close to Tattenham Corner we cover include Great Burgh (1 mile east), Epsom Downs (1 mile north), Langley Vale (1 mile west), Burgh Heath (1 mile east) and Nork (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (15 miles west), Woking (14 miles west), Horley (10 miles south), Redhill (6 miles south-east), Ewell (3 miles north) and Reigate (5 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include The Ashley Centre (1.9 miles north-west) and Walton on the Hill (1.9 miles south). Within reach you will find Colley Hill and Cuddington Meadows.
- Schools near Tattenham Corner include Aberdour School (1.2 miles east) and The Beacon School (1.3 miles east)
- Local pubs include Derby Arms (0.6 miles north-west)
Places near Tattenham Corner
Other occasions in Tattenham Corner
How it works
When we arrive, we position the roaster under cover and get the hog cooking. It then roasts slowly for several hours, timed so it is ready when you want to eat. Early starts matter for a hog roast at base, and winter daylight in Tattenham Corner ends around 3:55pm, so we may set up under lights.
- Share the location details.
- We agree our position with locations.
- We cook at base.
- We serve rolls or plates quickly.
- We leave base tidy.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Get a quote
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we will check it: send us your details through our quote form.
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What we serve, dish by dish
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes to make it a proper meal.
Crackling
For many people, the crackling is the best bit: golden, crunchy and salty, straight off the hog.
Planning the cooking spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- Somewhere for crew to eat if it rains
- Access agreed with locations
- Sign-off from the location
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Spit-roast lamb
- Vegan option (Ve)
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Share the allergen list with the crew
- Halal isn’t offered
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Tell us who does not eat pork
We serve quickly on the call.
A second meat widens the menu.
Who books film set catering in Tattenham Corner?
We are self-contained at base.
People around Tattenham Corner book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Rural locations
- Music video days
- Long shoot days
- Period drama shoots
Tattenham Corner is roughly 15 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Plates, china and cutlery
- The space, cover and access they need
Planners, venues and businesses
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We’ll fit in with site rules.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
A hog roast can be a special day alongside regular catering. 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, with everything listed.
Why book our hog roast in Tattenham Corner
- Planned to your running order
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Carved to order by a chef
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
Take a look at our pricing or what a hog roast costs.
Questions from Tattenham Corner
Can you do a hog roast in Merland Rise Recreational Ground?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Ask them first.
Which station is closest to Tattenham Corner?
Tattenham Corner has its own station: Tattenham Corner station.
Can you cater our wrap?
Of course. Tell us the date and location.
How much will it be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how long we are on site. Send us the details and we will quote.
What happens in bad weather?
Rain does not stop the cooking. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
Do you work to set times?
We plan the roast to your lunch call, and we’ll be ready.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we will bring them. We’ll give you full allergen information for every dish.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Numbers
- Site access
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- The date and time of year
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
What we need to know
These are the details we need:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any venue rules
- Your menu choices
- A photo of the cooking area
The quickest way to get a price is to send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of the cooking area helps. Send us your details through our quote form.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards