Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering in Thruxton
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Thruxton and across Hampshire.
- Location days
- Long shoot days
- Farm and estate locations
Film set catering in Thruxton
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to:
- The journey to the venue
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How long the roast and service take
A hog roast is frequently good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Details that help
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Rough numbers
- Where the event is
- What the outdoor space is like
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
Film set catering for your shoot in Thruxton
Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option cover most crews, with allergen details for everything. For base catering and rural locations, we can cook salads, a vegan option and halloumi skewers.
Near Thruxton, check tracks and ground with locations. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish.
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Let us know what your event requires and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Count crew needing an alternative
- Halal is not offered
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
We arrive early and set up at base, roasting through the morning.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Shooting in Thruxton: unit bases and access
Thruxton is about 4 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Hosts in Thruxton book us for shoots of all sizes. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. We cater events right across the region, from Thruxton to Southampton (about 22 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Grateley station, about 3.2 miles south-west.
Anywhere in SP11, we can roast on site for your crew. Local streets include Lambourne Way, Lambourne Close and Stanbury Close; a shoot on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Other places close to Thruxton we cover include Mullenspond (1 mile east), East Cholderton (1 mile south-east), Fyfield (1 mile north), Weyhill (1 mile north-east) and Appleshaw (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Andover (4 miles east), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (4 miles north-west), Weeke (14 miles south-east), Stanmore (15 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (3 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.9 miles east) and Ludgershall Castle (3.8 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Anton Lakes and Quarley Hill.
- Local pubs include The George Inn (less than half a mile south-east)
Events we cater in Thruxton
A proper hot lunch keeps crews going.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Typical bookings include:
- Location days
- Ad shoots
- Countryside locations
- Extended shoot days
Central London is about 67 miles from Thruxton, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether travel is included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- What the price includes, item by item
The process
We cook on a gas-fired roaster, so cooking does not depend on mains power, though a socket nearby is handy for lighting. Summer shoots near Thruxton have light until about 9:25pm, which suits an evening wrap at base.
- We start with the location, call times and numbers.
- You get a check on access and a quote.
- We agree where we set up and when we arrive.
- We roast through the morning and carve fast when lunch is called.
- Afterwards we clear our spot at base.
Getting ready for the day
- Send final numbers in good time
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Get a quote
When you’re weighing up caterers, check what each quote actually includes. We spell it out in ours. To get yours, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Planning the cooking spot
A good cooking spot makes the day run smoothly. Look for:
- A named contact at base
- A safe distance from kit
- A covered eating area
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Nearby places to Thruxton
Other occasions in Thruxton
The menu, dish by dish
Roast pork
Everything starts with the slow-roasted pork: carved thick or thin, as people like it, straight from the roaster.
Spit-roast lamb
With lamb as well, there are two roasts to choose from, which works well for larger groups.
FAQs for Thruxton
Is Thruxton too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Thruxton from London?
About 67 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you set up at the unit base?
Usually, if there is a level, open spot for the roaster under cover. Locations will confirm the spot.
What about locations off the beaten track?
We can, given access details. Tell us about tracks and ground.
Will there be enough to go round?
We size the roast to your numbers, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We will explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
How long does the roast need?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it is several hours. We will confirm our arrival time when we quote.
Can you cater for vegans on set?
Add alternatives to suit your crew.
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with sandwiches from a shop, hot food makes a difference on a long day. Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Why book our hog roast in Thruxton
- Our staff serve and clear
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
Take a look at our prices page and what a hog roast costs.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards