Kent · England
Film Set Catering in Brookland
We bring a hog roast for the crew to Brookland and nearby, cooking slowly at your venue and serving it hot.
- Wrap parties
- Ad shoots
- Location days
Book a hog roast in Brookland
Film set catering in Brookland, slow-roasted on site
On a long shoot day near Brookland, a hot lunch on time matters. A hog roast works well at base: it roasts through the morning and is carved fast when lunch is called. Typical bookings include period drama shoots and commercials and music videos, serving salads, rotisserie chicken and new potatoes.
For a shoot in a place like Brookland, tracks and soft ground need checking before the day. We plan the timings around your day, because the roast has to start hours before you eat.
About the food
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Crunchy coleslaw suits roast pork, while salads and potatoes make a plated meal.
Crackling
For many people, the crackling is the best bit: crisp, golden and full of flavour, straight off the hog.
Planning a shoot in Brookland
Brookland is about 10 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. A hog roast suits shoots around Brookland, whatever the venue. We cover 922 places across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 22 miles away.
Brookland is roughly 53 miles from central London. With the sea within about 6 miles, coastal shoots need a sheltered base, so plan where crew will eat.
Shoots anywhere in TN29 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and a serving time. Your shoot could be at a house on High Street, Brook Grove and Rye Road, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the roaster. Close by, we cover shoots in Brenzett (1 mile north-east), Snargate (2 miles north), Ivychurch (3 miles north-east), Old Romney (3 miles east) and Appledore (3 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (10 miles north), Hythe (12 miles north-east), Tenterden (8 miles north-west), Cheriton (15 miles north-east), Kennington (12 miles north) and New Romney (5 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (1.6 miles north-east) and Romney 'castle' (2.9 miles east). The countryside around Brookland includes Burnthouse Pen.
- Nearby, you will find The Royal Oak Inn (under half a mile south-east)
Perfect for your shoot in Brookland
There are options for non-pork eaters.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Brookland. Here are some of the most popular:
- Countryside locations
- Long shoot days
- Music video days
- Base catering
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 2.5 miles north.
Before you book anyone
- The full menu and the sides
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- Allergen information for every dish
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
FAQs for Brookland
What’s the nearest station to Brookland?
Appledore (Kent) station, about 2.5 miles north of the centre.
How far is Brookland from London?
Roughly 53 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How much will it be?
Each event is priced on its own, based on numbers, menu, service time and distance. Ask us for a quote.
Is mains power needed?
No, the roast is cooked on gas. Tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it.
Can you do gluten-free?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Stuffing normally contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
When should we book?
Popular dates go early. But it’s always worth asking: send us your details through our quote form.
Do you go to remote locations?
Send the location and access notes and we’ll confirm.
Can you serve at our lunch call?
We plan the roast to your lunch call, and we will adjust where we can.
The process
A typical booking goes like this: the roaster goes up and the hog goes on, the pork cooks slowly for hours, and our chef carves it when you are ready. In December, daylight in Brookland ends around 3:50pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:15pm.
- You send the location, date and lunch call.
- You get a check on access and a quote.
- We agree where we set up and when we arrive.
- We roast through the morning and carve fast when lunch is called.
- We pack away straight after service.
Getting ready for the day
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Getting a price
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Planning the cooking spot
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- A safe distance from kit
- A contact in production
- Access agreed with locations
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Brookland
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
A hog roast or other catering?
Next to grilling to order, carving is quicker for big numbers. Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so we list each one in the quote. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
Why book with us
- Serving and clearing done for you
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Looking after everyone
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Tell us who doesn’t eat pork
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
We arrive early and set up at base, roasting through the morning.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Towns and villages near Brookland
Also in Brookland
Working with your venue
If you are booking for a workplace, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
Marquee suppliers usually set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
What a hog roast costs
Here’s what affects the price:
- Season and day of the week
- Time on site
- Access to the cooking area
- Travel to Brookland
Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups typically cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- Allergies we should know about
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards