Hampshire · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in Woodlands, Hampshire
Film set catering in Woodlands: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Wrap days
- Shoots on location
- Milestone days on set
A hog roast near Woodlands
Film set catering in Woodlands, carved to order
We need an outdoor spot at base, clear of vehicles and kit, in a position locations are happy with. We serve spit-roast lamb, hog roast rolls and salads, and we are regularly asked to cater wrap parties and crew appreciation lunches.
Near Woodlands, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so hot food at base is a big help. The carving happens right in front of your crew, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling, and nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
Occasions we serve in Woodlands
It works for wrap parties as well as shoot days.
Whatever the occasion in Woodlands, a slow roast goes a long way. Bookings frequently include:
- Shoots on location
- Lunch at base
- Music video days
- Long shoot days
For crew arriving by train, Ashurst New Forest station is about 0.9 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Plates, china and cutlery
- VAT, if it applies
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
Towns and villages near Woodlands
More for events in Woodlands
Woodlands for film and TV crews
Woodlands is about 2 miles south-west of Totton, in Hampshire. We cater shoots across Woodlands and nearby. Woodlands is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Woodlands to Southampton (about 6 miles away).
The New Forest National Park is within about 3 miles of Woodlands, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about cooking and vehicles.
We bring hog roasts to shoots all over the SO40 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your shoot is on Alpine Road, The Crescent and Hazel Grove or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. For shoots just outside Woodlands, we cover Netley Marsh (1 mile north), Ashurst Bridge (1 mile north-east), Bartley (1 mile north-west), Hounsdown (2 miles east) and Winsor (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles north-east), Eastleigh (10 miles north-east), Fareham (15 miles east), Chandler's Ford (9 miles north-east), Hedge End (10 miles east) and Lymington (10 miles south).
A little further out are National Dairy Museum (1.5 miles east) and Ashurst Hospital (0.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Woodlands includes Copythorne Common.
- Local schools include Hounsdown School (2 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The New Forest pub (0.8 miles south-east)
A closer look at the menu
Crackling
The skin crisps up over the hours of roasting, and there is a piece for everyone who wants it.
Roast pork
Our chef carves the pork as it is needed, so it stays hot and juicy.
A hog roast or other catering?
Next to a full location catering unit, a hog roast is simpler and suits smaller shoots and one-off days. Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. We quote every event individually, with everything listed.
Why Woodlands hosts choose us
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Planned to your running order
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
Read our prices page or the cost guide.
FAQs for Woodlands
Do you come out to small places like Woodlands?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Woodlands?
Ashurst New Forest station, about 0.9 miles south-east of the centre.
Can you work to the call sheet?
We plan the roast to your lunch call, and we’ll be ready.
What’s the price?
Every booking is quoted individually, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Ask us for a quote.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
What paperwork do you provide?
Send us your requirements, and we will confirm what we can provide.
Do you come to Woodlands?
Yes, Woodlands is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll confirm availability.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Hours rather than minutes. You’ll know our arrival time in advance.
For event organisers in Woodlands
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and tell us what they ask for.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
What a hog roast costs
Each price is built from:
- Site access
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Crockery choices
- How long the roast and service take
Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
What we need to know
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- An estimate of numbers
- Your menu choices
- The address or postcode
- Allergies we should know about
The quickest way to get a price is to send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Use our quote form.
What the cooking area needs
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, so a few things are worth checking:
- A level spot at base for the roaster
- The location manager’s agreement
- A covered eating area
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Woodlands
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
- Salads
Planning for dietary needs
A hog roast is pork, so plan for anyone who does not eat it. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Stuffing generally contains gluten
- Post allergen details at base
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Request gluten-free rolls
We clear our spot after lunch.
Add salads and potatoes for a full lunch.
How the day works
From setting up to the last roll, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your shoot. Summer shoots near Woodlands have light until about 9:25pm, so a wrap party can run into the evening.
- Share the location details.
- We agree our position with locations.
- We roast under cover at base.
- We serve rolls or plates quickly.
- We tidy up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, open area outside for cooking
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Name a contact for the day
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away