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Hog Roast for Film Crews in Upton, Southampton
We bring a hog roast for the crew to Upton and nearby, roasting on site and carving to order, with our staff looking after the serving.
- Historic house shoots
- Milestone days on set
- Music video days
Book a hog roast in Upton
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Next to a full location catering unit, a hog roast is simpler and suits smaller shoots and one-off days. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
Why book our hog roast in Upton
- Served at the time you choose
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Sides to make it a full meal
- No surprises: everything in writing
See our prices page and our hog roast cost guide.
Film set catering in Upton, carved to order
Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option cover most crews, with allergen details for everything. Popular choices include new potatoes, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, and we’re regularly asked to cater extended shoot days and commercials and music videos.
For a shoot in a place like Upton, tracks and soft ground need checking before the day. Our chef carves in front of your crew, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp, and nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- Location
- Upton (SO16)
- County
- Southampton
- On the menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Extras
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Your questions about a hog roast for the crew in Upton
Can you roast near the sea around Upton?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
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.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. Serving inside is frequently possible, with the venue’s agreement.
Do you need much space at base?
A level outdoor spot clear of trucks and kit.
What does the production need from you?
Tell us what the production needs, and we’ll tell you what we can send.
Can you work around our timings?
Within reason, we can. Keep us posted on the day and we’ll adjust.
Do you need power or water?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Let us know what’s on site.
Can you do gluten-free?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
Upton for film and TV crews
Upton is about 2 miles north-west of Regents Park, in Southampton. We take a hog roast for the crew to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Upton and the surrounding area. Upton is one of 40 towns and villages in Southampton where we cater.
For crew arriving by train, Redbridge station, about 2.1 miles south, is the nearest station. Upton is within about 8 miles of the New Forest National Park, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about cooking and vehicles. The coast is within about 5 miles of Upton, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
This part of Southampton takes in SO16. That could mean a shoot in a garden on Upton Lane, Romsey Road and Greenwood Avenue, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the roaster. For shoots just outside Upton, we cover Nursling (1 mile south), Rownhams (1 mile east), Ashfield (1 mile north-west), Toothill (1 mile north) and Hillyfields (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Southampton (4 miles south-east), Shirley (3 miles south-east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles south-east) and Chartwell Green (5 miles east).
A little further out are Eling Experience (2.2 miles south) and Romsey Extra (2.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near Upton include Testwood Lakes.
- Nearby schools include Oasis Academy Lord's Hill (0.9 miles south-east) and Oaklands Community School (0.9 miles south-east)
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Prices and what affects them
We work out each quote from:
- Menu choices and extras
- The journey to the venue
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Whether you want china
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Details that help
When you enquire, please mention:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any venue rules
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
Some crew won’t eat pork, so it’s worth adding an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Share the allergen list with the crew
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
- Tell us who does not eat pork
We get to base first thing, so the roast is ready by lunch.
Lamb or chicken gives the crew a choice.
Places near Upton
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What comes off the roaster
Roast pork
Hours of slow roasting make the pork soft and full of flavour, and our chef carves it to order.
Spit-roast lamb
Spit-roast lamb cooks slowly like the hog, and it’s carved the same way, frequently with mint sauce.
Where the roaster can go in Upton
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Access agreed with locations
- Approval from locations
- A level spot at base for the roaster
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
Why choose film set catering in Upton?
A slow roast can wait a little.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Typical bookings include:
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Period locations
- Long shoot days
- Commercials and music videos
Within reach of Upton are historic houses such as South Stoneham House (4.1 miles east) and Southampton Tudor House and Garden (4.4 miles south-east). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
What to look for in a quote
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- What crockery is supplied
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- If the price includes VAT
How it works
Slow roasting is the whole point: the meat cooks gently until it’s tender while the skin crisps into crackling. It rests for a short while before carving. Late-September shoots near Upton lose the light at about 7:10pm, so plan lights for evening service.
- We start with the location, call times and numbers.
- You get a check on access and a quote.
- We agree our position at base with the location manager.
- We carve to order the moment lunch is called.
- Afterwards we clear our spot at base.
How to prepare
- Send final numbers in good time
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
Ask for a quote
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or SO16 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Related guides
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away