Brighton and Hove · England
Film Set Catering in Waterhall
Looking for a hog roast for the crew in Waterhall? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
- Unit base lunches
- Rural locations
- Long shoot days
Planning an event in Waterhall?
How our film set catering works in Waterhall
Some locations near Waterhall are a long way from food, so hot food at base matters. We are often asked to cater extended shoot days and lunch at base, serving spit-roast lamb, a vegan option and hog roast rolls.
Rural locations near Waterhall can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. Everything we need to roast, carve and serve comes with us, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
- Location
- Waterhall (BN1)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Menu
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Extras
- Spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Occasions we serve in Waterhall
We are self-contained at base.
Our roaster has been booked for a wide mix of occasions near Waterhall, such as:
- Base catering
- Location days
- Commercials and music videos
- Milestone days on set
Within reach of Waterhall are historic houses such as Preston Manor & Gardens (2 miles south) and Portslade Manor (3.2 miles south-west). Period locations like these usually keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Before booking anyone
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
Also near Waterhall
What else we do in Waterhall
For planners, venues and organisers
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
What the cooking area needs
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Things to check:
- Somewhere for crew to eat if it rains
- A level area at base
- A safe distance from kit
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the roaster
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Spit-roast lamb
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Most people love a hog roast, but it’s pork. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Post allergen details at base
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
A cooked roast can wait; just let us know.
Add salads and potatoes for a full lunch.
What happens on the day
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your shoot in Waterhall. Late-September shoots near Waterhall lose the light at about 7:05pm, so plan lights for evening service.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- We check access to base and quote.
- We agree where we set up and when we arrive.
- We carve to order the moment lunch is called.
- We pack up and leave the base tidy.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Let us know about tight access
Get a quote
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: use our quote form.
Planning help
Location catering around Waterhall
Waterhall is about 3 miles north-east of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. We cover shoots in Waterhall. Waterhall is one of 30 places in Brighton and Hove we cover.
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Preston Park station, about 1.7 miles south. Waterhall is about 44 miles from central London. Waterhall is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about cooking and vehicles. With the sea within about 4 miles, coastal shoots need a sheltered base, so plan where crew will eat.
Shoots anywhere in BN1 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and roughly how many crew. If your venue is just outside Waterhall, we also cover Patcham (1 mile south-east), Westdene (1 mile south), Hollingbury (1 mile south-east), Withdean (1 mile south) and Preston (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Brighton (3 miles south-east), Brighton and Hove (3 miles south-west), Hove (3 miles south), Carlton Hill (3 miles south), Hanover (3 miles south-east) and West Hill (3 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include British Engineerium (1.9 miles south-west) and Montefiore Hospital (2.7 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Ladies Mile and Wolstonbury Hill.
- Schools near Waterhall include Patcham High School (0.8 miles south-east) and The Dharma Primary School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Miller & Carter pub (within half a mile south-east)
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Next to grilling to order, carving is quicker for big numbers. Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Why book our hog roast in Waterhall
- Carved by our chef in front of your crew
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
- Sides to make it a full meal
Take a look at our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
The menu, dish by dish
Roast pork
We carve as we serve, which keeps it hot and moist.
Spit-roast lamb
Lamb roasted on the spit is a lovely alternative to pork, especially for crew who do not eat pork.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Menu choices and extras
- Site access
- Time on site
- The journey to the venue
A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, because one whole roast feeds plenty of people. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Details that help
To get the best quote, tell us:
- A photo of the cooking area
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The venue or postcode
Every shoot is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your shoot: use our quote form.
Your questions about a hog roast for the crew in Waterhall
Can you roast near the sea around Waterhall?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
What’s the nearest station to Waterhall?
The closest is Preston Park station, roughly 1.7 miles away.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
DIY machine hire is available. We’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Can you work to the call sheet?
We plan the roast to your lunch call, and we’ll be ready.
Do you serve the food?
No need for your own staff: we carve, serve and tidy up.
When do you start roasting?
Hours rather than minutes. We’ll confirm our arrival time when we quote.
What about crew who do not eat pork?
There are lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options: spit-roast lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi and vegetable skewers or a vegan burger or sausage. Please note we don’t offer halal meat.
Do you go to remote locations?
We can, given access details. Tell us about tracks and ground.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards