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Hog Roast for Film Crews in Coombe, Kent
Looking for a hog roast for the crew in Coombe? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and our staff serve at the time you choose.
- Commercials and music videos
- Shoots on location
- Period locations
Book a hog roast in Coombe
How the day works
We cook on a gas-fired roaster, so we do not need mains power to cook, though a socket nearby is handy for lighting. At midsummer, daylight in Coombe lasts until about 9:15pm, so a wrap party can run into the evening.
- Production sends us the location and call times.
- We check access to base and quote.
- We set up at base and roast through the morning.
- We serve when lunch is called.
- We clear our spot.
Preparing for the day
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Think about shelter for your crew
- Send final numbers in good time
Get a quote
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we will check it: send us your details through our quote form.
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Film set catering for your shoot in Coombe
There are options for crew who don’t eat pork, with allergen details for everything. Whether it is ad shoots and rural locations, we can cook halloumi skewers, a vegan option and hog roast rolls and more.
Rural locations near Coombe can be a long way from food, so hot food at base is a big help. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish.
For planners, venues and organisers
Marquee suppliers normally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and tell us what they ask for.
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Common questions in Coombe
Can you roast near the sea around Coombe?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
How far is Coombe from London?
Roughly 62 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from the numbers you give us, and we’ll confirm everything in writing.
Do you need much space at base?
At base, on level ground. Locations will confirm the spot.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
Do you offer gluten-free rolls?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Ask for the allergen list, as stuffing normally contains gluten.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
Yes, for confident cooks. We’ll explain the details with your quote.
Do you work to set times?
We plan the roast to your lunch call, and we’ll be ready.
What a hog roast costs
Here’s what affects the price:
- How many people are eating
- Access to the cooking area
- Time on site
- Which meats and sides you choose
Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups usually cost less per head, because the roaster, staff and travel cost much the same either way.
Details that help
To get the best quote, send us:
- Rough numbers
- The address or postcode
- The date and time of the event
- Which meats and sides you’d like
Every shoot is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your shoot: use our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- A level area at base
- One contact for the day
- Away from vehicles and equipment
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Coombe for film and TV crews
Coombe is about 6 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Our roaster is a regular sight at shoots around Coombe, from gardens to fields. Coombe is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Coombe to Canterbury (about 9 miles away).
Coombe is about 62 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Sandwich station, roughly 2.1 miles east of the centre. The coast is within about 6 miles of Coombe, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will eat.
Here we cover the CT3 and CT13 postcode area. We can cater a shoot on streets such as Coombe Lane, Saunders Lane and Langdon Avenue, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the roaster. Other places close to Coombe we cover include Flemings (1 mile south-west), Ash (1 mile north-west), Weddington (1 mile north), Guilton (1 mile west) and Hammill Park (1 mile south). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (9 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include White Mill (1.6 miles east). Within reach you will find Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Local schools include Sandwich Technology School (1.9 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Chequer Inn (0.9 miles north-west)
About the food
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Crunchy coleslaw suits roast pork, while salads and potatoes make a plated meal.
Spit-roast lamb
Spit-roast lamb is popular alongside the pork, and handy for anyone who does not eat pork.
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
Next to deliveries, we are already there when lunch is called. Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so each one is itemised. A simple menu keeps the cost down.
What you get with us
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Our staff serve and clear
See our pricing or what a hog roast costs.
Planning for dietary needs
Some crew will not eat pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Count crew needing an alternative
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
Name a contact for the day, normally locations or the production office.
Lamb or chicken gives the crew a choice.
Events we cater in Coombe
Alternatives cover everyone.
Our roaster has been booked for all sorts of events around Coombe, including:
- Countryside locations
- Unit base lunches
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Crew appreciation lunches
Within reach of Coombe are historic houses such as Goodnestone Park (3.5 miles south-west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
Before booking anyone
- Who carves and who serves
- If the price includes VAT
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away