Kent · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in Bluetown, Kent
From the first smell of roasting pork to the last piece of crackling, a hog roast for the crew makes the food part of your shoot in Bluetown.
- Unit base lunches
- Music video days
- Long shoot days
A hog roast near Bluetown
About our film set catering in Bluetown
Crews in Bluetown work long days, and lunch needs to be hot and on time. A hog roast suits a unit base: we roast from early and carve on the call. On the menu are salads, new potatoes and rotisserie chicken, and typical bookings are for crew appreciation lunches and period locations.
For a shoot in a place like Bluetown, tracks and soft ground need checking before the day. You will know what’s included before you book: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
Who books film set catering in Bluetown?
It copes with schedule changes.
People around Bluetown book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Period drama shoots
- Long shoot days
- Location days
- End-of-shoot wraps
Bluetown is about 39 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What your quote should include
- Who carves and who serves
- Whether VAT is included
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
Shooting in Bluetown: unit bases and access
Bluetown is about 4 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We cater shoots across Bluetown and nearby, from gardens to fields. We cater 922 places across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, Sittingbourne station is about 3.6 miles away. Within reach of Bluetown are historic houses such as Belmont House and Gardens (4.4 miles east). Period locations like these usually keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early. Bluetown is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about cooking and vehicles.
For shoots in ME9, we just need to know where the roaster can cook and a serving time. Other places close to Bluetown we cover include Hollybushes (1 mile west), Milstead (1 mile north-west), Doddington (1 mile south-east), Wichling (1 mile south) and Frinsted (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (10 miles west), Ashford (12 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north), Whitstable (13 miles east) and Faversham (6 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Newnham Castle (2.4 miles east) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (3.4 miles north).
Places near Bluetown
More for events in Bluetown
Planning for dietary needs
Most people love a hog roast, but it’s pork. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Count crew needing an alternative
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
A cooked roast can wait; just let us know.
Ask for gluten-free rolls.
Planners, venues and businesses
Event organisers frequently ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Tell us what you need and we will tell you what we can send.
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
The biggest factors are:
- Distance from us
- Crockery choices
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What to tell us
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Anything the venue has asked for
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
A hog roast compared with other options
For a wrap party, it is a relaxed way to finish. 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 Bluetown
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Choices for people who don’t eat pork
- Our staff serve and clear
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Read how we price or the cost guide.
About the food
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
Crackling
Crackling takes hours to get right, which is exactly what a slow hog roast gives it.
How the day works
The roaster cooks outdoors, under a gazebo on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches. We agree exactly where before the day. On a winter shoot near Bluetown, the light goes by about 3:50pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. In summer, light lasts until about 9:15pm.
- You send the location, date and lunch call.
- We check access to base and 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Think about shelter for your crew
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or ME9 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Where the roaster can go in Bluetown
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Ideally:
- Access agreed with locations
- Clearance from trucks, kit and trees
- Shelter for crew
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Bluetown
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
Questions from Bluetown
How far is Bluetown from London?
Roughly 39 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you cater at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Can you set up at the unit base?
Normally, if there’s a level, open spot for the roaster under cover. We’ll agree it with your location manager.
Do we need to provide electricity?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Can you roast in the rain?
We roast under cover, so the food is not affected. Your crew will want somewhere dry to eat.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Hours rather than minutes. You will know our arrival time in advance.
Can you get to rural locations?
Normally, with good directions and access details. Tell us about tracks and ground.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can supply gluten-free rolls on request. We’ll give you full allergen information for every dish.
- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards