Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering for Upton Grey
Plenty of choice: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Book a hog roast for the crew in Upton Grey.
- Countryside locations
- Wrap parties
- Long days on set
Film set catering for Upton Grey
About our film set catering in Upton Grey
Whatever the production, we fit around the call sheet. For period locations and countryside locations, we can cook halloumi skewers, a vegan option and spit-roast lamb and more.
Near Upton Grey, check tracks and ground with locations before the day. Everything we need to roast, carve and serve comes with us, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
Crew catering near Upton Grey
Upton Grey is about 5 miles south-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We cater shoots across Upton Grey and nearby, from gardens to fields. We cater all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading, about 15 miles away.
Central London is about 44 miles from Upton Grey, within easy reach for London-based crews.
For shoots in RG25, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. That could mean a shoot in a garden on Weston Close, Weston Road and Holme Hill or the roads around them, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the roaster. For shoots just outside Upton Grey, we cover Nashes Green (2 miles south-west), Mapledurwell (3 miles north), Andwell (3 miles north), Water End (3 miles north) and Old Basing (3 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (5 miles north-west), Farnborough (11 miles north-east), Fleet (8 miles north-east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (5 miles south) and Yateley (11 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (5.8 miles north-west) and Gliding Heritage Centre (3 miles south). Open spaces near Upton Grey include Holybourne Hill and Dogmersfield Lake.
- Nearby, you’ll find Hoddington Arms Public House (under half a mile north-east)
Perfect for your shoot in Upton Grey
Carving serves a crew fast.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Here are some of the most popular:
- Long days on set
- Crew thank-you days
- Music video days
- Shoots on location
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Hook station, about 4 miles north-east, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- Travel and any London charges
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to a full location catering unit, a hog roast suits single days and smaller crews. Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why book with us
- All the equipment comes with us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Spit-roast lamb
Spit-roast lamb cooks slowly like the hog, and it is carved the same way, frequently with mint sauce.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls make a hog roast easy to eat anywhere. We can bring gluten-free rolls if you ask.
Planning for dietary needs
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. A few more tips:
- Stuffing generally contains gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Halal isn’t offered
We serve quickly on the call.
Wrap parties can run into the evening, tell us about lighting at base.
Towns and villages near Upton Grey
Other occasions in Upton Grey
Planning the cooking spot
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- A named contact at base
- Somewhere for crew to eat if it rains
- Approval from locations
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
From the roaster
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
Step by step
Slow roasting is the whole point: hours of gentle heat make the pork soft and juicy while the skin turns into crackling. Then it rests briefly before our chef carves. Summer shoots near Upton Grey have light until about 9:25pm, so a wrap party can run into the evening.
- Production sends us the location and call times.
- We check access to base and quote.
- The roast starts early.
- We serve when lunch is called.
- We pack away straight after.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
How to get a price
Every shoot is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your shoot: use our quote form.
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Questions from Upton Grey
How far is Upton Grey from London?
About 44 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Upton Grey?
Hook station, about 4 miles north-east of the centre.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Will there be enough to go round?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you’re feeding, so a good estimate matters. The quote sets it out.
What happens in bad weather?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain is not a problem for the roast. Somewhere covered for people to eat helps.
Is mains power needed?
Cooking is gas-fired, so no mains power is needed for the roast. Power can help with lighting after dark.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
What do people get?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Working with your venue
If you’re a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Tell us what you need and we’ll tell you what we can send.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How long the roast and service take
- Travel to Upton Grey
- Access to the cooking area
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
What we need to know
To get the best quote, send us:
- Your date and serving time
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a photo
- The address or postcode
- Rough numbers
Send us the date, the address or RG25 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away