Kent · England
Film Set Catering for Appledore Heath
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Appledore Heath and across Kent.
- Farm and estate locations
- Lunch at base
- Commercials and music videos
A hog roast near Appledore Heath
Prices and what affects them
Things that change the price:
- Plates or china
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- Travel to Appledore Heath
- The date and time of year
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Details that help
When you get in touch, please mention:
- What the outdoor space is like
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and time of the event
- The address or postcode
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Film set catering in Appledore Heath, carved to order
We need an outdoor spot at base, clear of vehicles and kit, agreed with the location manager. Whether it’s unit base lunches and farm and estate locations, we can cook halloumi skewers, spit-roast lamb and salads for your crew.
Near Appledore Heath, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. Timings are planned around your shoot, working back from when you want to eat, so the food is ready at the right moment.
Planners, venues and businesses
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Events we cater in Appledore Heath
A slow roast can wait a little.
Whatever the occasion in Appledore Heath, a slow roast goes a long way. We’re often asked to cater:
- Farm and estate locations
- Milestone days on set
- Lunch at base
- Wrap parties
For cast and crew travelling by train, Appledore (Kent) station, about 1.6 miles east, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- Any travel or access charges
- How many staff will carve and serve
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
How the day works
The roaster is gas-fired, so cooking doesn’t depend on mains power; a nearby socket helps with lights if service runs into the evening. By late September, sunset near Appledore Heath is about 7:00pm, so a late wrap needs lighting at base.
- You send the location, date and lunch call.
- We check the route and send a price.
- We agree our position at base with the location manager.
- We roast through the morning and carve fast when lunch is called.
- We pack away straight after service.
How to prepare
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
A hog roast or other catering?
A hog roast can be a special day alongside regular catering. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book with us
- Planned to your running order
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
See how we price or the cost guide.
What we serve, dish by dish
Roast pork
Everything starts with the slow-roasted pork: carved thick or thin, as people like it, and served hot.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Halal isn’t offered
- Post allergen details at base
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
We clear our spot after lunch.
For an evening wrap, tell us about lighting at base.
Appledore Heath questions
Which station is closest to Appledore Heath?
The closest is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 1.6 miles away.
How far is Appledore Heath from London?
Roughly 49 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How far ahead should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we’ll check.
Where does the hog roast go?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We will check it with you before booking.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Every booking is quoted individually, depending on numbers, menu, timings and travel. Ask us for a quote.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Hours rather than minutes. You will know our arrival time in advance.
Where do you set up on a shoot?
At base, on level ground. Locations will confirm the spot.
What should we sort out beforehand?
A clear, level cooking spot, a route to wheel the equipment in and a contact for the day. We bring everything else.
Appledore Heath for film and TV crews
Appledore Heath is about 8 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Shoots in Appledore Heath are part of our patch, as well as the surrounding area. Appledore Heath is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Appledore Heath to Canterbury (about 21 miles away).
Appledore Heath is about 49 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. Within reach of Appledore Heath are historic houses such as Smallhythe Place (3.6 miles west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
This part of Kent takes in TN26. Whether your shoot is on School Road, Heathside and Woodchurch Road or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. We also bring hog roasts to shoots in Appledore (1 mile south), Stone in Oxney (2 miles south-west), Reading Street (2 miles west), Brattle (2 miles north) and Brook Street (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (8 miles north-east), Hythe (13 miles east), Tenterden (4 miles north-west), Kennington (10 miles north-east), New Romney (8 miles south-east) and Staplehurst (13 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Woodchurch Village Life Museum (3 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Orlestone Forest.
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- One contact for the day
- A level area at base
- Shelter for crew
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
From the roaster
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Salads
Nearby places to Appledore Heath
More for events in Appledore Heath
- 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