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Film Set Catering in Goathurst Common
Film set catering in Goathurst Common: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Location shoots
- Commercials and music videos
- Unit base lunches
A hog roast near Goathurst Common
Film set catering in Goathurst Common, slow-roasted on site
If lunch moves, a cooked roast can be held for a while. Name a contact in production and we will adjust. We are frequently asked to cater end-of-shoot wraps and extended shoot days, serving halloumi skewers, hog roast rolls and salads.
For a shoot in a place like Goathurst Common, tracks and soft ground need checking. Everything is cooked on the day, at your venue, slowly, over several hours.
Your questions about a hog roast for the crew in Goathurst Common
How far is Goathurst Common from London?
Roughly 20 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Goathurst Common?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What do people get?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Do we need to provide electricity?
Not to cook, because the roaster is gas-fired. Let us know what’s on site.
What happens in bad weather?
We roast under cover, so the food is not affected. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
Do you have documents for locations?
Requirements vary by production; share your list and we will respond.
Planning the cooking spot
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- Sign-off from the location
- Vehicle access to base
- A level area at base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Hog roast rolls
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
Why choose a hog roast in Goathurst Common?
For a wrap party, it is a relaxed way to finish. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why book our hog roast in Goathurst Common
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Our staff serve and clear
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
Take a look at our prices page and what a hog roast costs.
Towns and villages near Goathurst Common
What else we do in Goathurst Common
Crew catering near Goathurst Common
Goathurst Common is about 3 miles south-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We’re happy to travel to Goathurst Common for shoots and the places nearby. We cater 922 places across Kent. Our bookings stretch from Goathurst Common to London (20 miles away).
Goathurst Common is roughly 20 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. Nearby historic houses include Chartwell (2.6 miles west) and Knole House (3 miles north-east). Period locations like these generally keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Goathurst Common, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations.
For shoots in TN14, we just need to know where the roaster can cook. Close by, we cover shoots in Ide Hill (1 mile south-west), Toy's Hill (2 miles west), Brasted Chart (2 miles north-west), Sundridge (2 miles north) and Kippington (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Dartford (14 miles north), Sevenoaks (3 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-east), Tonbridge (7 miles south-east), Northfleet (15 miles north-east) and Swanley (10 miles north).
A little further out are Sevenoaks Hospital (3.5 miles north-east) and Chiddingstone Castle (4.4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Betsom's Hill and Dryhill Nature Reserve.
- Nearby, you will find The Cock Inn (0.6 miles west)
What happens on the day
Expect a calm, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, use the cooking spot you’ve chosen, and get on with roasting and serving. Early starts matter for a hog roast at base, and in December Goathurst Common is dark by about 3:55pm, so we may set up under lights.
- Share the location details.
- We agree our position with locations.
- We roast under cover at base.
- Service is quick.
- We leave base tidy.
How to prepare
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
How to get a price
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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Events we cater in Goathurst Common
It feeds a crew quickly once carving starts.
Hosts in Goathurst Common book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Base catering
- Period locations
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Ad shoots
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Sevenoaks station, about 2.5 miles north-east.
Questions to ask before booking
- Travel and any London charges
- Whether VAT is included
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
What comes off the roaster
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls make a hog roast easy to eat anywhere. Gluten-free rolls can be provided on request.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A plant-based burger or sausage covers vegans, served in a roll with salads.
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, from approved lists to where a gas roaster can go. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Planning for dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Stuffing usually contains gluten
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Halal isn’t offered
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
We clear our spot after lunch.
Wrap parties can run into the evening, tell us about lighting at base.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
There is no fixed price list, because every shoot is different. The main factors are:
- Distance from us
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Which meats and sides you choose
- Site access
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.
Details that help
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- Your date and serving time
- What the outdoor space is like
- Any venue rules
- An estimate of numbers
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards