Kent · England
Film Set Catering for Dunton Green
Film set catering in Dunton Green: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Farm and estate locations
- Milestone days on set
- Historic house shoots
Book a hog roast in Dunton Green
Crew catering near Dunton Green
Dunton Green is about 1 mile north-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. From village halls to gardens and fields, shoots around Dunton Green suit a hog roast. We cater 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Dunton Green to London (18 miles away).
Dunton Green is about 18 miles from central London. Within reach of Dunton Green are historic houses such as Knole House (2.5 miles south-east) and Quebec House (4.4 miles south-west). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property. Dunton Green is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about cooking and vehicles.
Anywhere in TN13 and TN14, we can roast on site for your crew. Whether your shoot is on Station Road, Campion Square and London Road or a nearby road, we will bring the roaster to you. For shoots just outside Dunton Green, we cover Riverhead (1 mile south), Chipstead (1 mile south-west), Bessels Green (1 mile south-west), Sevenoaks (1 mile south-east) and Chevening (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Dartford (11 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south), Gravesend (13 miles north-east), Tonbridge (8 miles south-east), Northfleet (12 miles north-east) and Swanley (7 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Otford Heritage Centre (1.5 miles north-east) and Kemsing Castle Bank (2.8 miles east). Open spaces near Dunton Green include Dryhill Nature Reserve and Betsom's Hill.
- Schools near Dunton Green include Trinity School (less than half a mile south)
- Pubs nearby include The Miners Arms (under half a mile south)
About our film set catering in Dunton Green
Some locations near Dunton Green are a long way from food, so a hog roast at base keeps the crew fed. Whether it’s period drama shoots and end-of-shoot wraps, we can cook spit-roast lamb, hog roast rolls and new potatoes for your crew.
Rural locations near Dunton Green 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.
Towns and villages near Dunton Green
Also in Dunton Green
Dunton Green: your questions answered
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What’s the nearest station to Dunton Green?
Dunton Green has its own station: Dunton Green station.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
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.
What space does the roaster need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A photo helps.
What about locations off the beaten track?
Share the route to base and we will confirm.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, for confident cooks. We will explain the details with your quote.
Do you need power or water?
Not to cook, because the roaster is gas-fired. Let us know what’s on site.
A hog roast compared with other options
For a wrap party, a hog roast feels like a reward. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
What you get with us
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
- Our staff serve and clear
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
Read how we price or our hog roast cost guide.
Who books film set catering in Dunton Green?
There are options for non-pork eaters.
Whatever the occasion in Dunton Green, a slow roast goes a long way. We are frequently asked to cater:
- Commercials and music videos
- Long shoot days
- Base catering
- Location shoots
Crew coming by rail can use the station: there’s a station right in Dunton Green: Dunton Green station.
Before booking anyone
- Staffing on the day
- The full menu and the sides
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Any travel or access charges
For event organisers in Dunton Green
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and tell us what they ask for.
Looking after everyone
Most people love a hog roast, but it’s pork. Some ways to look after everyone:
- Count crew needing an alternative
- Post allergen details at base
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
- Plan separately for halal if needed
If lunch moves, we hold the roast a little.
Lamb or chicken gives the crew a choice.
Prices and what affects them
We don’t use a fixed price list, because every shoot is different. The main factors are:
- Site access
- Whether you want china
- How many people are eating
- Menu choices and extras
Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
What we need to know
When you enquire, it helps to include:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- Roughly how many people
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
What the cooking area needs
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Access agreed with locations
- One contact for the day
- Approval from locations
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
A closer look at the menu
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan crew can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
Crackling
Crackling is what people queue for: crisp, golden and full of flavour, straight off the hog.
The process
When we arrive, we position the roaster under cover and get the hog cooking. It then roasts slowly for several hours, timed so it’s ready when you want to eat. At midsummer, daylight in Dunton Green lasts until about 9:20pm, which suits an evening wrap at base.
- We start with the location, call times and numbers.
- We check the route and send a price.
- We agree where we set up and when we arrive.
- We carve to order the moment lunch is called.
- We pack away straight after service.
How to prepare
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Think about shelter for your crew
Getting a price
If you are comparing hog roast caterers for Dunton Green, check what each quote actually includes. We spell it out in ours. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away