East Sussex · England
Film Set Catering for Vines Cross
Something for nearly everyone: 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 Vines Cross.
- Unit base lunches
- Long days on set
- Wrap parties
Book a hog roast in Vines Cross
Why choose film set catering in Vines Cross?
We are self-contained at base.
However big or small the event in Vines Cross, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We’re often asked to cater:
- Unit base lunches
- Location shoots
- Commercials and music videos
- Long days on set
Within reach of Vines Cross are historic houses such as Horselunges Manor (3.6 miles south). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
What your quote should include
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- How many staff will carve and serve
- If the price includes VAT
- What the price includes, item by item
Film set catering in Vines Cross, carved to order
Whatever the production, we fit around the call sheet. Typical bookings include lunch at base and period locations, serving new potatoes, rotisserie chicken and halloumi skewers.
Near Vines Cross, check tracks and ground with locations. 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.
- Where
- Vines Cross (TN21)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Roast pork rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Extras
- Lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Site access
- The journey to the venue
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Numbers
Adding lamb, chicken, extra sides or china changes the price, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
What we need to know
When you enquire, please mention:
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The address or postcode
- Any dietary needs or allergies
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the shoot is and roughly how many. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Use our quote form.
For event organisers in Vines Cross
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.
Marquee suppliers typically set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Common questions in Vines Cross
Is Vines Cross close to London?
Roughly 42 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you cater at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Do you need much space at base?
Not much: a level area at base, agreed with locations.
When do you start roasting?
It depends on the size of the hog and the weather, but it is several hours. You will know our arrival time in advance.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
How do you work out quantities?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so tell us your best estimate. The quote sets it out.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. The food can be carried in and served indoors where the venue allows.
What if it rains?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain is not a problem for the roast. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
Planning a shoot in Vines Cross
Vines Cross is about 5 miles north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Planning a hog roast for the crew in Vines Cross? We cover the whole area. We cover all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 19 miles away.
Vines Cross is roughly 42 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. Vines Cross is within about 6 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations.
Wherever your shoot is in TN21, we can bring the roaster to you. Neighbouring places where we cater shoots include Warbleton (1 mile north-east), Horam (1 mile west), Maynard's Green (1 mile north-west), Burlow (2 miles south-west) and Old Heathfield (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (10 miles south), Hastings (14 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south-east), Seaford (13 miles south-west), Lewes (12 miles west) and Hailsham (5 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Old Castle (3.9 miles east) and Sussex Farm Museum (1.1 miles west). Open spaces near Vines Cross include Selwyns Wood.
- Schools near Vines Cross include Heathfield Community College (2.2 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Brewers Arms (less than half a mile north)
Planning the cooking spot
It’s worth planning the cooking area in advance. We look for:
- Approval from locations
- Shelter for crew
- A level area at base
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Vines Cross
- Rotisserie chicken
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
About the food
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes to make it a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A plant-based burger or sausage covers vegans, served in a roll with salads.
A hog roast or other catering?
Compared with a full location caterer, a hog roast is simpler and suits smaller shoots and one-off days. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why book our hog roast in Vines Cross
- Planned to your running order
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Sides to make it a full meal
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
Allergies and dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Post allergen details at base
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Count crew needing an alternative
We follow location rules on vehicles and timings.
Lamb or chicken gives the crew a choice.
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. Summer shoots near Vines Cross have light until about 9:15pm, so a wrap party can run into the evening.
- Share the location details.
- We agree our position with locations.
- We cook at base.
- Service is quick.
- We leave base tidy.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Get a quote
When you’re weighing up caterers, ask each one exactly what’s included. We spell it out in ours. To get yours, use our quote form.
Planning help
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More for events in Vines Cross
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards