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Hog Roast for Film Crews in Bowmans, Kent
Plenty of choice: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Book a hog roast for the crew in Bowmans.
- Milestone days on set
- Period drama shoots
- Farm and estate locations
Film set catering in Bowmans
For event organisers in Bowmans
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and tell us what they ask for.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Film set catering in Bowmans, carved to order
We work with location managers and production offices on where we set up and when. Typical bookings include long shoot days and unit base lunches, serving salads, new potatoes and hog roast rolls.
For a location shoot near Bowmans, base might be in a field or farmyard. 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.
Occasions we serve in Bowmans
There are options for non-pork eaters.
Whatever the occasion in Bowmans, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We’re frequently asked to cater:
- Extended shoot days
- Commercials and music videos
- Historic house shoots
- Location shoots
Historic houses near Bowmans include Hall Place and Gardens (1.1 miles north-west) and Red House (2.5 miles north-west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
Before you book anyone
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether plates or china are included
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
For a wrap party, a hog roast feels like a reward. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Our staff serve and clear
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Served at the time you choose
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Take a look at our pricing and our hog roast cost guide.
The process
We cook on a gas-fired roaster, so we do not need mains power to cook. Summer shoots near Bowmans have light until about 9:20pm, so a wrap party can run into the evening.
- 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.
- When lunch is called, we carve and serve quickly.
- We pack away straight after service.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Let us know about tight access
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
Ask for a quote
To get a quote, just send us your date, venue and numbers. A picture of where the roaster could go helps us check the space. Use our quote form.
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What the cooking area needs
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- Access agreed with locations
- Flat ground at the unit base
- Shelter for crew
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Bowmans
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Rotisserie chicken
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
Location catering around Bowmans
Bowmans is about 2 miles west of Dartford, in Kent. Thinking about a hog roast for the crew in Bowmans? We can help. We bring hog roasts to 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 13 miles away.
Bowmans is about 13 miles from central London. For crew arriving by train, Crayford station, about 0.6 miles north, is the nearest station. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Bowmans, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about cooking and vehicles.
Anywhere in DA1, DA2 and DA5, we can bring the roaster to you. Streets in the area include Swan Lane, Dale Road and Ross Road, and a shoot on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Being close to the A2018, Bowmans is easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also cater shoots in Wilmington (1 mile south), Crayford (1 mile north), Coldblow (1 mile west), Joyden's Wood (1 mile south-west) and Barnes Cray (1 mile north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Sevenoaks (11 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles east), Northfleet (7 miles east), Swanley (3 miles south), Kings Hill (15 miles south-east) and Swanscombe (5 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Bexley Museum (1.1 miles north-west) and Broadway Shopping Centre (1.9 miles north-west). The countryside around Bowmans includes Wansunt Pit.
- Schools near Bowmans include Wilmington Grammar School for Girls (0.8 miles south-east) and St Columba's Catholic Boys' School (1.4 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include Bird in Hand pub (0.8 miles north-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Colyers (2.2 miles north)
Common questions in Bowmans
What’s the nearest station to Bowmans?
The closest is Crayford station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
Is Bowmans close to London?
Roughly 13 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you go to remote locations?
Normally, with good directions and access details. Let us know about the route.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. Serving inside is frequently possible, with the venue’s agreement.
What about crew who do not eat pork?
There are chicken, lamb, vegetarian and vegan options. We do not offer halal meat.
Do we need our own staff?
We carve and serve for you, then clear the serving area afterwards.
Do we need to provide electricity?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it.
What if things run late?
We will be as flexible as we can. Keep us posted on the day and we will adjust.
The menu, dish by dish
Spit-roast lamb
Spit-roast lamb is popular alongside the pork, and handy for anyone who doesn’t eat pork.
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.
Also near Bowmans
More for events in Bowmans
Looking after everyone
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Halal isn’t offered
We work to the location’s rules.
Sides make a proper lunch.
What affects the price in Bowmans
Things that change the price:
- Site access
- Crockery choices
- How long the roast and service take
- Menu choices and extras
UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- Roughly how many people
- Dietary requirements
- What the outdoor space is like
- Where the event is
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. Send us your details through our quote form.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away