Hampshire · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in The Hummicks, Hampshire
Something for nearly everyone: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Book a hog roast for the crew in The Hummicks.
- Historic house shoots
- Location days
- Long shoot days
Film set catering for The Hummicks
Why choose a hog roast in The Hummicks?
Next to grilling to order, one roast serves everyone together. Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Why book our hog roast in The Hummicks
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
See our pricing or our hog roast cost guide.
About our film set catering in The Hummicks
Crews can be big, and carving feeds plenty of people quickly. Add sides for a full meal. Whether it is lunch at base and location shoots, we can cook spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken and hog roast rolls and more.
Near The Hummicks, check tracks and ground with locations. Everything is cooked on the day, at your venue, slowly, over several hours, then carved fresh for your crew.
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we’ve agreed, and get on with roasting and serving. At midsummer, daylight in The Hummicks lasts until about 9:25pm, which suits an evening wrap at base.
- Send us the location, dates and lunch time.
- We check access to base and quote.
- The roast starts early.
- We serve when lunch is called.
- We clear our spot.
Before we arrive
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
Get a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Crew catering near The Hummicks
The Hummicks is about 4 miles south-west of Hythe, in Hampshire. We take a hog roast for the crew to gardens, car parks, yards and venues around The Hummicks. We cater 683 places in Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from The Hummicks to Southampton (7 miles away).
For crew arriving by train, Beaulieu Road station, about 4.2 miles north-west, is the nearest station. The Hummicks is within about a mile of the New Forest National Park, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations.
Here we cover the SO42 postcode area. Other places close to The Hummicks we cover include Bailey's Hard (1 mile south-west), Beaulieu (1 mile north-west), East Boldre (2 miles west), Furzey Lodge (2 miles west) and Dibden Purlieu (3 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Gosport (12 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north), Fareham (11 miles east), Totton (8 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (12 miles north) and Hedge End (9 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (1.1 miles north-west) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (5.9 miles south-west).
- Nearby schools include The New Forest Academy (2.5 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Montagu Arms (0.9 miles west)
About the food
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is there for anyone who’d rather not have pork, and children generally like it too.
Crackling
Crackling takes hours to get right, and a whole hog roasted slowly gets it just right.
Places near The Hummicks
Other occasions in The Hummicks
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Share the allergen list with the crew
We arrive early and set up at base, so the roast is ready by lunch.
Wrap parties can run into the evening.
Where the roaster can go in The Hummicks
The roaster needs the right spot, because it cooks outside for several hours, and a little planning goes a long way:
- Access agreed with locations
- Sign-off from the location
- Flat ground at the unit base
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
Occasions we serve in The Hummicks
Alternatives cover everyone.
Here’s what people in The Hummicks most frequently book a hog roast for:
- Shoots on location
- Ad shoots
- Crew thank-you days
- Rural locations
Nearby historic houses include Beaulieu Palace House (0.9 miles north-west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
What to look for in a quote
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Travel and any London charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
For planners, venues and organisers
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we will confirm what we can provide.
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Prices and what affects them
We work out each quote from:
- Numbers
- Travel to The Hummicks
- Plates or china
- The date and time of year
Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups usually cost less per head, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- Allergies we should know about
- Your date and serving time
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
When you are weighing up caterers, ask each one exactly what’s included. Ours lists it clearly. To get yours, fill in our quote form.
Common questions in The Hummicks
Is The Hummicks 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.
Do you cater at venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
What about locations off the beaten track?
Typically, with good directions and access details. Let us know about the route.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the roast to your numbers, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
Do you work to set times?
That’s exactly how we work.
Can you work around our timings?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we’ll adjust.
How much room do you need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We’ll check it with you before booking.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away